--- title: Classic Private Walking Tour Bologna lang: en type: tour city: Bologna country: Italy price: 130 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.55 reviews: 51 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [de, en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 11 of 13 (Walking & Bike Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-29 data_updated: 2026-09-29 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/bologna/tours/classic-private-walking-tour-bologna/ --- # Classic Private Walking Tour Bologna **Guidekin's take:** A private walk of the centre with a certified guide taking in the arcades that carry the Unesco listing and the Basilica of San Petronio, with a city map and tasting vouchers handed over at the start. The vouchers are yours to spend later rather than a guided tasting, and San Petronio asks for covered shoulders and knees. 4.55 at €130 per person. ## Overview The best of Bologna in a two and a half hour walking tour with a private guide. Admire the city's beautiful arcades, declared a Unesco World Heritage Site, and discover wonderful buildings such as the Basilica of San Petronio, the fourth largest church in Italy, which houses the largest sundial in the world! Stroll through the historic center of the city to learn about the history, culture and ancient traditions of Bologna, admiring its points of interest, such as the Statue of Neptune or the Two Towers. At the end of the tour, you will be able to enjoy a small food tasting in the city center. ## Before you book - Meeting point: In front of the fountain of Neptune, - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 10:00, 15:00, 17:00: 3 departures a day - Food included: Tasting vouchers - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €55: ages 5 to 11 ## Key facts - Price: from €130 per person - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.55/5 from 51 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 86% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Bologna Tour & Best Italy Tour - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Tour in French | €130 / person (for 2+ people) | French | - | | Tours in Italian | €130 / person (for 2+ people) | Italian | - | | Tours in English | €130 / person (for 2+ people) | English | - | | Tours in Spanish | €130 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish | - | ## What's included - Welcome by the Bologna Tour staff - Map of Bologna - Tasting vouchers - Certified tour guide ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Piazza Maggiore** (15m) - VISIT TO THE PIAZZA AND THE HISTORICAL BUILDINGS 2. **Basilica Di San Petronio** (20m; admission included) - VISIT TO THE BASILICA OF SAN PETRONIO 3. **Archiginnasio Di Bologna** (20m) - External visit of the archiginnasio courtyard 4. **Piazza Santo Stefano** (15m) - VISIT TO THE WONDERFUL PIAZZA SANTO STEFANO 5. **Quadrilatero** (20m; admission included) - Visit to the quadrilateral market ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 15:00, 17:00 - 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 In front of the fountain of Neptune, near the stairs of Bar Vittorio Emanuele Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:EiVQaWF6emEgZGVsIE5ldHR1bm8sIEJvbG9nbmEgQk8sIEl0YWx5Ii4qLAoUChIJRVgUjJXUf0cRrL3SIg_E9rQSFAoSCQvEUemY1H9HEUGUpFsBfOGi ## Good to know - 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 - To access the Basilica of San Petronio you must have appropriate clothing (covered shoulders and long trousers/skirts at least below the knee) ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €260 | €130 | | 4 | €520 | €130 | | 6 | €630 | €105 | 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 Walking & Bike Tours start at €28 per person. ## Compared with other Walking & Bike Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #11 of 13** | €130 | 2h 30m | 4.55 (51) | private | | [Bologna Private Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour with a Local](/italy/bologna/tours/bologna-private-highlights-hidden-gems-tour-with-a-local/?format=md) | €66 | 2h | 4.92 (439) | private | | [Bologna historical art walking tour with hidden gems and tastings](/italy/bologna/tours/bologna-historical-art-walking-tour-with-hidden-gems-and-tastings/?format=md) | €145 | 3h | 4.92 (111) | shared | | [Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Bologna Private Tour](/italy/bologna/tours/highlights-hidden-gems-with-locals-best-of-bologna-private-tour/?format=md) | €167 | 3h | 4.92 (77) | private | Ranked #11 of 13 in Walking & Bike Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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