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Get the max out of your trip to Bologna. Enjoy one of our hand-picked City Highlight Tours with the local expert of your choice.

City tours in Bologna

Get the max out of your trip to Bologna. Enjoy one of our hand-picked City Highlight Tours with the local expert of your choice.

City tours in Bologna

Real People. Real Stories. Really Good Travel.

  • Feel like a local, not a tourist

    Always private. It's just you and your local host. No strangers, no groups.

  • More you, less checklist

    Let your local host tailor the experience completely to your wishes.

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    Our tours are designed with people, places, and the planet in mind.



Top 5 city tours in Bologna

Make your stay in Bologna complete with these things to do

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    Portrait from local Barbara Eletta - The Door of Perception
    Portrait from local Riccardo - The timeline traveller
    Choose your favorite local

    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Bologna

    154 reviews
    3 hours | City highlights tours | Bologna

    Want to see the best of Bologna? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Bologna!

    €73.53 per person
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    Portrait from local Cristina - Knowing Bologna with a cultural walking !
    Portrait from local Margherita  - Bologna lover
    Choose your favorite local

    City Kickstart Tour: Bologna

    27 reviews
    2 hours | City highlights tours | Bologna

    Welcome to Bologna! Want to know the best places to eat? Cool events in town? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city? Book this private tour with a local and get the perfect introduction to Bologna to start your city trip on the right foot.

    €44.12 per person
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    Portrait from local Riccardo - The timeline traveller
    With Riccardo

    Full Coverage Bologna City Tour: Piazza Maggiore, Due Torri & Basilica di San Domenico

    75 reviews
    5 hours | City highlights tours | Bologna

    Ready for a jam-packed tour, full of history, culture, stories, and sights? Checkmark from your travel bucket list all your must-sees of Bologna, because if there’s a Withlocals tour that shows you all the city's ins and outs, it’s this complete and personalized tour of Bologna.

    €131 per person
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    Portrait from local Riccardo - The timeline traveller
    With Riccardo

    Treasures of Bologna: Jewish History Tour

    75 reviews
    2 hours | City highlights tours | Bologna

    You’ve probably heard that Bologna is well-known for its Jewish History, but do you know the stories and origin behind it? Or how much influence it has on the locals daily life? On this private city tour, you are in for a cultural treat!

    €58.82 per person
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    Portrait from local Cristina - Knowing Bologna with a cultural walking !
    Portrait from local Margherita  - Bologna lover
    Choose your favorite local

    Withlocals Your Way! - Bologna 100% Personalized City Tour

    85 reviews
    3 hours | Day trips | Bologna

    Did you know that the Bologna tour of your dreams exists? Yes! On this 100% personalized tour, your wishes will come true, thanks to your local host. Customize and see only the places that spark your interest. From classics like Basilica to neighborhood walks - Your wishes are our command!

    €88.96 per person
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Explore Bologna with our incredible locals

Learn about their personal stories and find out how you can explore Bologna with locals

  • Jason

    Traveling Scout

    73 reviews
    English・Italiano
  • Stephanie

    Ultimate guide of Jewish Emilia Romagna (you should learn about It!)

    14 reviews
    English・Español・Français・Italiano
  • Diego

    the Provider of Nibbles

    31 reviews
    English・Italiano・Português
  • Cristina

    Knowing Bologna with a cultural walking !

    16 reviews
    English・Italiano
  • Luana

    Tour Guide

    27 reviews
    English・Italiano
  • Mario

    Touristic Guide

    8 reviews
    English・Español・Italiano
  • Riccardo

    The timeline traveller

    75 reviews
    English・Italiano・Română
  • Barbara Eletta

    The Door of Perception

    22 reviews
    English・Italiano
  • Giuseppe

    Bologna del nonno Pino

    139 reviews
    English・Italiano
  • Sarah

    The wine-loving writer

    96 reviews
    English・Italiano
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Private city tours with locals in Bologna

Our locals will give you the best experiences that Bologna has to offer

  • Highlights & Hidden Gems of Bologna
    Barbara Eletta - The Door of Perception
    Riccardo - The timeline traveller
    Choose your local

    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Bologna

    4.8
    154 reviews
    3 hours • City highlights tours
    from €73.53 per person
  • City Kickstart Tour: Bologna
    Cristina - Knowing Bologna with a cultural walking !
    Margherita  - Bologna lover
    Choose your local

    City Kickstart Tour: Bologna

    4.7
    27 reviews
    2 hours • City highlights tours
    from €44.12 per person
  • Full Coverage Bologna City Tour: Piazza Maggiore, Due Torri & Basilica di San Domenico
    Riccardo - The timeline traveller
    With Riccardo

    Full Coverage Bologna City Tour: Piazza Maggiore, Due Torri & Basilica di San Domenico

    4.7
    75 reviews
    5 hours • City highlights tours
    from €131 per person
  • Treasures of Bologna: Jewish History Tour
    Riccardo - The timeline traveller
    With Riccardo

    Treasures of Bologna: Jewish History Tour

    4.7
    75 reviews
    2 hours • City highlights tours
    from €58.82 per person
  • Withlocals Your Way! - Bologna 100% Personalized City Tour
    Cristina - Knowing Bologna with a cultural walking !
    Margherita  - Bologna lover
    Choose your local

    Withlocals Your Way! - Bologna 100% Personalized City Tour

    4.8
    85 reviews
    3 hours • Day trips
    from €88.96 per person
  • Ciao Bologna!: Family Friendly City Tour
    Margherita  - Bologna lover
    Riccardo - The timeline traveller
    Choose your local

    Ciao Bologna!: Family Friendly City Tour

    4.8
    86 reviews
    2.5 hours • City highlights tours
    from €59.56 per person
  • Parma: the dream of a renaissance dwelling
    Riccardo - The timeline traveller
    With Riccardo

    Parma: the dream of a renaissance dwelling

    5.0
    75 reviews
    4 hours • City highlights tours
    from €68.56 per person
  • The Beauty of Bologna by Bike Tour
    Riccardo - The timeline traveller
    With Riccardo

    The Beauty of Bologna by Bike Tour

    4.7
    75 reviews
    2.5 hours • City highlights tours
    from €60.66 per person
  •  History of Bologna: Explore the Medieval City with a Local
    Cristina - Knowing Bologna with a cultural walking !
    Margherita  - Bologna lover
    Choose your local

    History of Bologna: Explore the Medieval City with a Local

    4.7
    49 reviews
    2.5 hours • City highlights tours
    from €55.15 per person


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  • Day trips 13
  • City highlights tours 8
  • Food tours 4
  • Off the beaten track tours 1
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    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Bologna

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    247 reviews
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    Drinks & Bites in Bologna Tour

    4.9
    361 reviews
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    City Kickstart Tour: Bologna

    4.7
    27 reviews
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    City Explorer: Verona Day Trip

    4.8
    125 reviews
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    Culinary Kickstart Tour: Bologna

    4.7
    338 reviews
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    City Discovery: Modena Day Trip

    4.8
    311 reviews
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    Full Coverage Bologna City Tour: Piazza Maggiore, Due Torri & Basilica di San Domenico

    4.7
    75 reviews
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    Withlocals Your Way! Bologna Day Trip Outside the City

    5.0
    22 reviews
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Why is Withlocals the best place to book a tour?

  • Private & Personal

    Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

    You'll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

  • Tailored to your wishes

    From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

    Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

  • Chat before you book

    Message your host directly to customize your experience.

    Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

  • Travel that supports locals

    Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

    We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

  • Feel good about where your money goes

    You're choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

    Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

  • Trusted by millions

    Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

    Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

  • Secure & flexible booking

    Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

    Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.

  • Private & Personal

    Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

    You'll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

  • Tailored to your wishes

    From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

    Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

  • Chat before you book

    Message your host directly to customize your experience.

    Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

  • Travel that supports locals

    Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

    We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

  • Feel good about where your money goes

    You're choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

    Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

  • Trusted by millions

    Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

    Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

  • Secure & flexible booking

    Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

    Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.



Private & personalized city tours in Bologna with a local

Discover Bologna like never before with a private city tours led by a local guide. These tours are tailored just for you, with no fixed routes or crowds. Whether you're into history, hidden alleys, iconic landmarks, or everyday local life, your guide will customize the experience to match your interests.

Walk through Bologna with someone who truly knows the city, hear the stories behind the sights, and uncover corners most tourists miss. Want to focus on art, neighborhoods, or cultural quirks? It's your tour, your pace. Perfect for first-time visitors or seasoned explorers, our personalized city tours help you connect with Bologna in a meaningful way.

Say goodbye to generic tours and hello to a one-of-a-kind local experience in Bologna.

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  • Highlights & Hidden Gems of Bologna

    4.8
    · 154 reviews
    From€73.53/person
    Barbara Eletta - The Door of Perception
    +5
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    Travelers love our locals

    Reviews from guests about our tours and locals

    • 5.0

      Bologna walking tour

      "Margherita was very knowledgeable and paced the tour to suit our group. Great communication "

      local Margherita
      guest Brian
      BrianAbout local Margherita Bologna, August 30, 2026
    • 5.0

      Knowlegable & Passionate Guide

      "We’ve had very good tour guides before in terms of their knowledge, but I can’t recall someone who is as passionate about history and tho things he was telling us about as Riccardo. Highly recommend his tours. "

      local Riccardo
      guest Paul
      PaulAbout local RiccardoBologna, June 10, 2026
    • 5.0

      Review about Cristina

      "I've used with locals in several different countries and have not been disappointed until now. The host was very not personable nor knowledgeable in the history of the sights we visited. I booked an English speaking host and unfortunately her command of the language was not good. We left the tour early."

      local Cristina
      guest Sonia
      SoniaAbout local CristinaBologna, June 5, 2026
    • 5.0

      Walking Tour

      "Isadora is a native of Bologna. It is wonderful to learn about Bologna from someone who lives here. Her knowledge and passion for what she does is evident in the way talks about her city. I took a private three-hour walking tour of Bologna. Since I am staying her for a couple months, I wanted to know not only about its history but also how to get around and actually live in the city. Isadora showed me places to shop that the locals use, told me about pasta--where to buy it and the difference between handmade and machine made, told me the history of Bologna as we visited different historical sites, and made sure to answer all my questions about living here. She is interesting and informative. She takes her time to make sure you are getting everything you hope to know about her city. I had messaged her several times, and she was quick to respond. I definitely recommend Withlocals and specifically Isadora."

      local Isadora
      guest Debby
      DebbyAbout local IsadoraBologna, May 4, 2026
    • 5.0

      The detail of Bologna

      "Barbara was an excellent guide. An articulate, knowledgeable, and friendly lady. We had been to Bologna before, but with Barbara we learnt so much about the fascinating history and details of Bologna’s past. We were also taken to see places we would have missed had we been on our own. Barbara was an informative guide, and excellent city companion. I would recommend without hesitation."

      local Barbara Eletta
      guest Maurizio & Carolyn
      Maurizio & CarolynAbout local Barbara ElettaBologna, April 28, 2026
    • 5.0

      Relaxed and interesting tour

      "Mario is an excellent guide who provided us with fascinating information but also many useful tips about shopping and other activities"

      local Mario
      guest Bruce
      BruceAbout local MarioBologna, April 25, 2026
    • 5.0

      Review about Barbara Eletta

      "Excellent. Passionate about history and the city’s treasures! Loved the connections Barbara made to other cities and countries. Great educational tour! "

      local Barbara Eletta
      guest AKC
      AKCAbout local Barbara ElettaBologna, April 21, 2026
    • 5.0

      Knowledgeable and fun & fluent in English

      "We had a fantastic tour with Riccardo. Now I want to go back and spend more time in Bologna. When we make it back, we will hire him again to show us even more! "

      local Riccardo
      guest Josephine
      JosephineAbout local RiccardoBologna, April 10, 2026
    • 5.0

      A wonderful day in historic Bologna

      "Margherita was such a nice guide who gave us an excelently curated tour of old Bologna. Extremely knowledgeable, nice and funny with lots of inside stories and good recommendations for lunch and other things. Highly recommendable!"

      local Margherita
      guest Anne Christina
      Anne ChristinaAbout local Margherita Bologna, March 23, 2026
    • 5.0

      Not your Oscar Meyer Bologna

      "Fantastic insightful tour that really introduced us to this great city… why so many porticos, colors., best appetitive places and all you need to know. Eletta really taught us a lot. "

      local Barbara Eletta
      guest Alan
      AlanAbout local Barbara ElettaBologna, March 7, 2026