--- title: Bologna Private Food Tour with a Local Foodie: Bologna's Tastiest Treats lang: en type: tour city: Bologna country: Italy price: 186 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.94 reviews: 36 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en, it] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 11 of 21 (Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-29 data_updated: 2026-09-29 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/bologna/tours/bologna-private-food-tour-with-a-local-foodie-bologna-s-tastiest-treats/ --- # Bologna Private Food Tour with a Local Foodie: Bologna's Tastiest Treats **Guidekin's take:** A private food walk matched to your tastes, from the Mercato di Mezzo, the oldest market in the city, through delis and specialist shops to an aperitivo at the Mercato delle Erbe. Six to eight tastings and two drinks are covered; anything beyond that, and any attraction tickets, you pay for. 4.94 from 36 reviews at €186 per person for 3h. ## Overview You’ll follow your host as you eat your way around Italy’s food capital – Bologna! Browse through historic markets, salumerie (delis), bars and specialty stores and discover the Mercato di Mezzo, the oldest market in the city. Seasonal produce is king, and you’ll notice, smell and taste the sun-ripened fruit and fresh herbs as you wander from stall to stall. Round off your day at the Mercato delle Erbe - the perfect spot to indulge in an aperitivo as you soak up the warm terracotta atmosphere of this historic city and its friendly people. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do. ## Before you book - Meeting point: After booking, - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 8 start times: between 11:00 and 18:00 - Food included: see what is included - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €114: ages 0 to 12 ## Key facts - Price: from €186 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.94/5 from 36 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 97% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: City Unscripted - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## What's included - Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations) - 3 hours walking tour, exploring highlights and hidden gems - 6-8 tastings of local delights, and 2 drinks from 2-3 local eateries - Private and personalized walking tour with a passionate local ## Not included - Additional food and drinks - Transportation (primarily a walking experience however public transport may be used) - Tickets to any attractions - Gratuities (optional) ## Itinerary 1. **Join a host and discover Bologna’s incredible food culture whilst tasting cla...** (pass by, no stop) - Join a host and discover Bologna’s incredible food culture whilst tasting classic Bolognese dishes and produce, like mortadella in the old Bologna food market known as Il Quadrilatero IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ... 2. **Browse through historic markets, salumerie (delis), bars and specialty stores...** (pass by, no stop) - Browse through historic markets, salumerie (delis), bars and specialty stores and discover Mercato di Mezzo, the oldest market in the city IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen... 3. **Mercato delle Erbe** (pass by, no stop) - Enjoy a classic aperitivo at the Mercato delle Erbe IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences 4. **You couldn’t miss tasting tortellini al brodo - For some of the best tortelli...** (pass by, no stop) - You couldn’t miss tasting tortellini al brodo - For some of the best tortellini in the city, head to Trattoria dal Biassanot IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host... 5. **After 7 tastings of Bolognese specialty dishes, end off your day with an orga...** (pass by, no stop) - After 7 tastings of Bolognese specialty dishes, end off your day with an organic gelato at Stefino Organic Gelato - if you’ve still got any room left! IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will... ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-29 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJYwxGnJXUf0cRiEG8WHUJVMg ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - We’ll be in touch within 24 hours after booking to find out more about your personality, tastes and interests so we can assign a like-minded Local who can create a bespoke experience for you. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €372 | €186 | | 4 | €508 | €127 | | 6 | €726 | €121 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Food Tours start at €42 per person. ## Compared with other Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #11 of 21** | €186 | 3h | 4.94 (36) | private | | [Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience](/italy/bologna/tours/small-group-bologna-food-tour-local-food-market-experience/?format=md) | €110 | 4h 30m | 4.97 (922) | shared | | [Bologna Food & Market Tour with Local Dishes, Pasta, Wines & More](/italy/bologna/tours/bologna-food-market-tour-with-local-dishes-pasta-wines-more/?format=md) | €60 | 2h | 4.95 (1734) | shared | | [Private Bologna Food & Market Tour with 6 Tastings & Wine](/italy/bologna/tours/private-bologna-food-market-tour-with-6-tastings-wine/?format=md) | €188 | 3h 30m | 4.97 (115) | private | Ranked #11 of 21 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €29 to €275, median €84; typical length 3h. 7 of 21 are private. 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