--- title: Private Bologna Food & Market Tour with 6 Tastings & Wine lang: en type: tour city: Bologna country: Italy price: 188 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 115 duration_minutes: 210 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Private or shared? rank_in_category: 3 of 21 (Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-29 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/bologna/tours/private-bologna-food-market-tour-with-6-tastings-wine/ --- # Private Bologna Food & Market Tour with 6 Tastings & Wine **Guidekin's take:** The private version of the market and salumeria crawl: six tastings taking in raviola with mostarda, mortadella, prosciutto di Parma, Parmigiano Reggiano with aged balsamic of Modena, local wines and a digestif. No gluten free or vegan version, no transport, and toddlers go free only if you declare them. 4.97 at €188 per person. **Private or shared?:** Choose a private market walk with six tastings and local wines at €188 per person; minimum two guests, rated 4.97 from 115 reviews. Trade-off: Minimum two guests; no vegan or gluten free version. (last checked September 15, 2026) ## Overview On our Secret Food Tour Bologna, you'll enjoy a memorable taste experience. We'll start with a traditional Raviola with Mostarda alla Bolognese, then visit one of the oldest Salumeria of the city to learn more about local meat products and famous pastas. You'll enjoy: Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma, Mortadella di Bologna and many more regional cold cuts in the oldest Osteria in the world with a glass of our local wine. Next we'll taste handmade pasta made just for us at a local Trattoria, with a glass of local wine (and coffee, if you like). Then we'll visit the local food market, Quadrilatero, for a tasting of balsamic vinegar from Modena (8-12-25 years aged) to discover how this tradition endures. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. Please note we can't offer gluten-free or vegan options yet. This tour is also not wheelchair and stroller accessible. ## Before you book - Meeting point: We’ll meet at Via Zamboni, - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 09:45, 15:30: 2 departures a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Children under the age of 2 y.o. are welcome to… ## Key facts - Price: from €188 per person - Duration: 3h 30m - Rating: 4.97/5 from 115 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Likely to sell out - Recommended by 99% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Secret Food Tours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## What's included - Prosciutto di Parma, Mortadella Bologna and many more regional cold cuts. - Local Raviola with Mostarda alla Bolognese - 8-12-25 year old Aged Balsamic vinegar from Modena - Our delicious Secret Dish - A selection of local wines (red and white) - Local liquor - Parmigiano Reggiano - Espresso or macchiato - Artisanal dessert - Two traditional types of homemade pastas ## Not included - Transportation - Gratuity ## Itinerary 1. **Welcome to the commencement of our culinary odyssey at Palazzo della Mercanzia** (10m) - Our guide will initiate proceedings with introductions, setting the stage for an invigorating exploration of Bologna's dynamic culinary scene. The construction of the palace traces its origins back to the 14th century, and it historically served as the epicenter for the... 2. **Quadrilatero** (30m) - A captivating and historic neighborhood nestled in the heart of Bologna, Italy, also known as the "Quadrilatero Romano," is celebrated for its medieval streets, and a plethora of culinary delights. The moniker "Quadrilatero" alludes to the district's rectangular street... 3. **Basilica Di San Petronio** (10m) - The Basilica di San Petronio, a majestic and historic church situated in the heart of Bologna, Italy, stands tall as one of the world's largest churches and a prominent landmark in the city. Dedicated to Saint Petronius, the patron saint of Bologna, the church's construction... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:45, 15:30 - 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 We’ll meet at Via Zamboni, 8c, 40126 Bologna BO, in front of " Flying Tiger Copenhagen" Via Zamboni. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ___Pgr7Uf0cR4RnUlZ6J05A ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children under the age of 2 y.o. are welcome to join the tour without a ticket, but their presence MUST BE NOTIFIED UPON BOOKING OF THE TOUR - WE STRONGLY ADVICE AGAINST BRINGING STROLLERS/PUSHCHAIRS ON THE TOUR. Most of the shops and restaurants included in the tour are small local businesses; they will be at their full capacity by the time we reach them and will not be able to accommodate strollers/pushchairs. - If you have any doubt or concern regarding this matter, please contact us promptly. - Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances. - Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can. - Please note that we are not able to offer any gluten-free or vegan option yet. - PORK MEAT is at the core of Bologna’s traditional food. It’s ok if you don’t eat it, but please let us know promptly! - No gluten-free options available ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €376 | €188 | | 4 | €656 | €164 | | 6 | €936 | €156 | 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 · #3 of 21** | €188 | 3h 30m | 4.97 (115) | 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 | | [Eating Bologna Food and Wine Tour](/italy/bologna/tours/eating-bologna-food-and-wine-tour/?format=md) | €79 | 3h | 4.94 (177) | shared | Ranked #3 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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