Bologna:

Historical Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide

Explore Bologna's cultural and historical treasures on a guided tour.

Bologna and Ravenna Walking Tours

Quick Details

  • Duration: 2.5 Hours
  • Tour Type: Small Group Tour (Max 8 people) or Private Tour Option
  • Pre - Reserved Tickets are Included: Santo Stefano
  • Duration: 2.5 hours
  • Schedule: This tour runs everyday except Mondays.
  • Start Time: 9:00 / 14:30
  • Meeting Point: We will meet in front of Neptune’s Fountain at Piazza del Nettuno. The tour guide will have a signboard that says, “Walks In Europe”.

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Bologna: Historical Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide

Join a small group tour led by an expert local guide to explore Bologna’s historic center. Discover famous landmarks, including Piazza Maggiore, the Basilica of San Petronio, the Two Towers, and the Porticoes of Bologna.

Begin your adventure at the majestic Neptune’s Fountain, a Renaissance masterpiece in the heart of Bologna. Marvel at the detailed sculpture of the Roman god of the sea. Hear about its symbolism and the stories behind it.

Continue to the bustling Piazza Maggiore, the vibrant hub of Bologna’s social and cultural life. Elegant palaces and historic buildings surround the square, including the imposing Basilica of San Petronio. This expansive square offers a window into the city’s illustrious past.

Step inside the Basilica of San Petronio, one of the largest churches in the world. Its Gothic grandeur blends beautifully with Renaissance touches. Admire the striking architecture, remarkable artworks, and the Meridian Line—a lasting symbol of Bologna’s scientific heritage.

Visit the Archiginnasio of Bologna, once the main building of the oldest university in the Western world. Explore its inner courtyard, decorated with coats of arms. Learn how the university shaped Bologna’s cultural and intellectual life.

Stroll through charming streets and walk under the iconic Porticoes. These elegant arcades stretch for kilometers, offering shelter from the elements. Once vital for merchants, they remain a defining feature of the city’s skyline.

See the famous Two TowersAsinelli and Garisenda—symbols of Bologna’s medieval heritage. They once stood among many others, built to display the wealth and influence of noble families.

End your journey at the Basilica of Santo Stefano, also called the Seven Churches. Explore its interconnected chapels and peaceful courtyards. Uncover the deep spiritual significance of this ancient pilgrimage site.

Join us on this immersive Bologna tour, where every step reveals history, culture, and architectural beauty.

Itinerary
  • Neptune’s Fountain (Fuente de Neptuno)
  • Piazza Maggiore
  • Basilica of San Petronio (Basilica di San Petronio)
  • Inner Courtyard of Archiginnasio
  • The Porticoes (Portici di Bologna)
  • Two Towers (Le due Torri: Garisenda e degli Asinelli)
  • Basilica of Santo Stefano / “Seven Churches” (except on Sundays)
Highlights
  • Join a small-group tour to explore the rich history and cultural treasures of Bologna.
  • Visit the Basilica of San Petronio and admire its chapels, sculptures, and frescoes.
  • Learn about medieval architecture, including the iconic Two Towers from outside.
  • Stroll through Bologna’s charming streets and admire its network of porticoes.
  • Uncover the city’s picturesque squares and beautiful buildings on a guided tour.
  • Visit the Inner Courtyard of Archiginnasio, showcasing Bologna’s rich academic heritage. (except on Sundays)
Included
  • 2.5-hour small group tour
  • Interior visit of San Petronio Basilica
  • Interior visit of Santo Stefano
  • Expert local guide
Excluded
  • Transport to the meeting spot
  • Two Towers Climb
Restrictions
  • The tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
  • Large bags and backpacks are not allowed in the monument.
  • Prohibited items (such as sharp objects, glass bottles, and aerosols) confiscated at the entrance of the monument will not be returned to visitors.
  • Sites visited during this tour are subject to occasional closures due to holy observances. In such cases, your guides will provide explanations from outside of the sites. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
  • Guests are kindly requested to dress respectfully when visiting sacred sites.
  • Please note that the Inner Courtyard of Archiginnasio, showcasing Bologna’s rich academic heritage, is not available for visits on Sundays.
Essential Information
  • Clients must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. This is due to the timed entry of the tickets.
  • Tickets are timed and expire within 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.
Meeting Point
  • We will meet in front of Neptune’s Fountain at Piazza del Nettuno. The tour guide will have a signboard that says, “Walks In Europe”.
  • Note: Piazza del Nettuno, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy

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  • Adult
    (Ages 18 - 99)
    49€
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