Top Experiences in Fountain of Neptune (Fontana del Nettuno)

• 3-hour Segway tour lead by an expert local guide
• See top Bologna attractions including: Bologna's stunning medieval center, Basilica di Santo Stefano, Piazza Minghetti, Fountain of Neptune, Seven Churches, Torre degli Asinelli and Torre della Garsenda
• Hear tales of colorful history from a knowledgeable guide
• Enjoy a Segway sightseeing tour that’s suitable for all fitness levels
• Small-group tour with a maximum of eight people ensures a personalized experience

The city of Bologna has an outstanding architecture that perfectly represents the best medieval style. It also has the oldest university in the western world and is considered the cradle of Italian gastronomy.

Our driver can pick you up from a place of your choice in Milan and take you to Bologna in a comfortable luxury car. Upon arrival, a local guide will accompany you for 3 hours to walk around the most attractive places, such as:

- Piazza Grande
- Basilica of San Petronio
- Palazzo Comunale
- The Archiginnasio, the site of the oldest university in the West.
- The Medieval Market "the Quadrilateral".
- The Two Towers (Asinelli and Garisenda).
- Basilica di San Domenico and much more.

You will also have free time to shop or eat at the many local restaurants. At the end of the tour, the car will take you back to Milan to drop you off at a location of your choice.

If you’re fascinated by art and history you’ll relish the chance to visit piazza Maggiore which includes the palaces constructed for public administration (Palazzo del Podestà, Palazzo di Re Enzo and Palazzo del Capitano del popolo), as well as piazza del Nettuno, the Santo Stefano complex, San Petronio, Asinelli and Galisenda towers and much more.

Our expert English-speaking guide will share interesting anecdotes and urban legends as you wander by some of the city’s best known monuments, as well as explore hidden canals and porticos.

Bologna is a truly magical place and this tour is sure to be an unforgettable experience!

A journey from the medieval reminders of the ancient city to the Renaissance and beyond, seeing the signs of its past.
An enchanting tour to discover the timeless atmosphere of the historical center of Bologna, the location of the oldest University in western world, dating back to 1088 A. D.

This tour is tailor made by a photographer for photographers, considering their special need in terms of light conditions and crowd factor.

The tour leader is an expert photographer and photography teacher and will assist you by any means in photography matter. Don't worry if don't know how to take a specific photo or do you need help with your settings, you won't be alone!

Photographers are not the usual kind of tourist: they are very demanding about light conditions, preferring the warm tone of golden hours or the colder nuances of a blue hour to capture better images.

Capture good photos require a proper time and we are not in a hurry, we spend all the necessary time to each location until you are satisfied with your photos
We try to select the best moments to minimize the crowd factor.

This is not a photo book/portrait sessions. If you want to have nice pictures of you in Bologna this is not the tour for you.

Take a journey in this culturally rich, deeply historic and well-preserved towns, with our exclusive walking tour for a unique and unforgettable experience. You will see the highlights of Ravenna, with its mosaics, and Bologna just in one day with a top rated & local guide.
The tour will start in Ravenna where you will spend about 3 hours, then you will travel by train or your own car to Bologna where the guide will led another 3 hours tour.

Although half a day could never be enough to absorb all that is Bologna, with a host by your side, you can make the most of the time you have. Float on cloud nine as you nibble on a pistachio biscuit, drink prosecco at a bar with tables scattered across a piazza or get your walking shoes on and take in all the big sites like the Fontana di Nettuno, Piazza Maggiore and Basilica di San Petronia. Your host can’t wait to share their home’s highlights and hidden gems with you so, arrivederci and see you on the other side!

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.

Your experience will start in Piazza Maggiore where you'll discover its civic medieval palaces: Palazzo di Re Enzo, Palazzo of the Notaries and Palazzo dei Banchi. In the square, you'll also find the Fountain of Neptune with the precious late Renaissance sculptures by Giambologna.

You'll then head to the gothic Basilica of San Petronio: inside you'll find the late gothic paintings of Cappella Bolognini and the sun-dial designed by the astronomer Cassini.

You'll then walk along the Pavaglione Portico and its elegant shops until you reach the 16th-century Archiginnasio Palace, the old university building decorated with about 6000 student coat of arms.

You'll stroll through the picturesque alleys of the Mercato di Mezzo and its unique food shops to get to the enchanting Square of Santo Stefano with the complex of Santo Stefano where your tour will end.

Bologna between arcades, arches and basilicas. In addition to the scent of handmade pasta and its Bolognese sauce, let yourself be guided through the alleys of the medieval city by an expert guide who will make you discover the best of the historic center.

You'll be able to experience the local way of eating and drinking in Bologna thanks to this experience.

We'll take you through a gastronomic journey which will make you discover what are the hidden places that only the locals knows and that you must try!

The goal is to share with you what exactly our typical day would be, the classic outing we do with our friends and family, surprising your appetite and taste buds with + 10 foods and wine tastings!

We'll start with a proper typical savoury and delicious tigella!

Then we will move on directly purchasing and tasting cold cuts, cheeses and breads. Experiencing the Area of Bologna with local wine in a historical location open since 1465.

Then walking through the old town centre, we'll try two iconic homemade pasta in a classical Osteria Bolognese, always paired with another local wine.

We will conclude with the best gelato in town!

Live an entire day discovering Bologna the learned and the fat. You will live a unique experience starting from your hotel or from the port of Ravenna with a private transfer.

Once in the center of Bologna, you will be able to admire the beauties of the city in just one day. Here you will be welcomed by our Bologna Tour staff, who will give you the food tasting box and all the information you need to enjoy your day in Bologna. Inside the box you will find 7 vouchers for tasting in various venues in the centre, a map containing a recommended itinerary to reach the main points of interest in the city, and a QR code with audio guide to discover all its secrets.

At the end of the tour the driver will take you back to the port of Ravenna.

Follow one of our friendly hosts around the walled medieval city as they show you the best of what their home has to offer. You’ll feel as if you’re exploring the vibrant piazzas and cobbled stone streets with a friend as you pop into stores, marvel at the towering turrets of the Due Torri and enjoy a creamy gelato. Whether you want to tick off the most famous attractions like Piazza Maggiore, San Petronio Church, Mercato di Mezzo and the Fontana di Nettuno or simply amble down the sidewalks and follow your feet, the day is yours!

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.

A one day walking itinerary to explore Bologna, a fascinating medieval city. Discover Bologna works of art, its porticoes and its amazing food!
Bologna is home to the oldest university in the Western world, and is known for its lavish porticoed walkways and squares, its fascinating medieval center and its bustling night life.
Discover all the most important sightings of the city with this one day trip from Rome!

Are you curious to discover the stories and traditions of the city of Bologna from a more mysterious and secret point of view?
This is the tour for you.
It is a private walking tour of about two hours where we will discover many hidden corners and fun details through the most famous places in the historic center.
Secrets are officially 7 but you will see at the end of the tour that we will discover many others more!
You can customize this tour, including some extensions or visits to some points of interest outside the main track. If you want to customize the tour and have an idea of ​​what we can do more, do not hesitate to contact me!

This is a 10 hour tour from pick up to drop off. This includes driving time as well.

Bologna, Italy is a beautiful and fascinating city that should be on everyone's list. The city is full of history that dates back to the fifth century BC. From its cobblestone streets to its UNESCO World Heritage Sites, there are many reasons why people should explore this beautiful and underrated city.

Bologna's Piazza Maggiore is a fascinating place that anyone would be intrigued to explore. It has many monuments, like the Duomo and the Palazzo dei Boi, on display. The main square is always full of life, so it would be easy to find something interesting around.

It will be 10 hours from when we pick you up in Milan until we drop off you. There will be around 2 hours driving time each way.

Visit Bologna... with Audiogiro audio guides! Choose this tour (Italian, English, German, French and Spanish language) to discover the city with the voice of an advanced digital guide. All audio guides were first checked by a historian to verify their reliability.

You will always know where you are, thanks to the geolocation of our navigation map. Start the tour from wherever you want! If you prefer offline listening, remember to download the audio tracks first.

Within 24 hours you will receive a link from us to redeem the minutes for the audio-guided tour. After that, all you have to do is start exploring the map. No need to download external apps!

PAID ENTRANCE TO THE ATTRACTIONS ALONG THE ROUTE ARE NOT INCLUDED. The price is indicated in the "exclusions".

Visit the red streets of the historic center of Bologna, visiting the symbolic places of the city and discovering their secrets
Art, history and gastronomy, but also secrets, legends and suggestions of contemporary life: discover everything that has made Bologna one of the most popular destinations for tourists in recent years with a certified guide, as well as a true Bolognese DOC, on a tour private dedicated to you

During this 3 hours tour you will discover all the sides of Bologna, art and history, impressive buildings and narrow alleys, stylish shops and vintage markets.

Our fully licensed English-speaking tour guide will meet you just in the city center and together you will explore off the main monuments and attractions of Bologna, at the end of the tour it will be clear why Bologna is nicknamed the Learned, the Fat and the Red.

The Do Eat Better Experience food tour is a walking tour in at least 4 stops, around the historical center of Bologna. The tourist is guided by a "Foodie", a local "buddy" able to explain every detail of the selected restaurants, their preparations, and the relevant history/curiosities.

Do Eat Better Experience tours are a mix of high-quality gastronomy as a way of showing Italian culture and lifestyle and a walking experience together with a local friend. This is the reason why we accept small groups only: we want to focus on a genuine exchange and give to each tourist the highest attention possible.

Please, note that the tour is always run in English and Italian; other languages upon request.

The beauty of Bologna is not only that it's got (almost) everything that you expect of a big city, but on a human scale, Bologna is not only the seat of the oldest Western World University, founded in 1088, it also has an established reputation of capital of gastronomy and a well preserved medieval city centre containing some 40 kilometres of porticoes built over 1,000 years.

Walk through the heart of Bologna and visit famous landmarks. Visit famous squares, get to see one of the largest Sundials in the world. You will also see the Two Towers, the Fountain of Neptune and famous markets.

Stella has been guiding tours around the city since 2019, because she loves meeting new people and sharing with them her passion for history, food and culture. Like any true blue Italian, Stella loves food and began cooking when she was only a child! She is excited to share this passion with those visiting Bologna - the people, culture, and food such as parmigiano reggiano, prosciutto, aceto balsamico etc.

On this 3.5 hour food tour around Bologna city, you will walk through the most interesting squares and streets of Bologna, combining the history of each place along with tastings of local specialties.

• Private walking tour in Bologna
• Best food tour in Bologna led by a licensed tour guide
• Discover hidden gems, local spots and the best produce
• Visit lively food markets and artisanal shops
• Tastings of wine, cheese, cured meats, bread, pasta, coffee and ice-cream is included
• Lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan diets available

Our private tour is designed for families with kids who want to discover Bologna with maximum comfort and enjoyment. Get ready for the adventure journey for the whole family where each member will be engaged discovering art and history of one of the most beautiful cities in Italy. Your professional kid-friendly guide will take you through the picturesque narrow streets of the historic centre showing you its main monuments as well as hidden corners known only to locals. Go back in time and enjoy the fascinating stories about the city’s rich history, its famous citizens and iconic artworks. Learn with fun while participating in various activities and games which will keep the whole family entertained. Get an overview of Bologna’s most important attractions and explore the cultural heritage of the city in a playful and memorable way.

Explore Bologna on two wheels on a two-hour bike tour focused on the history of the city. A local guide will take you on a tour of monuments and medieval squares. You will admire the oldest university in the world, the majestic Piazza Maggiore, to get to the Two Towers, one of the greatest attractions of the Emilian capital. We will lead you to the discovery of the ancient medieval port and its history through the many canals that developed around the city. You will discover the history of the Jewish community by crossing the medieval Ghetto of Bologna to then reach and admire the symbol of the city: the Two Towers. Cycling among the beautiful arcades you will reach Piazza Maggiore, home to the most important buildings of the city: the Basilica of San Petronio, the elegant Fountain of Neptune and the imposing Palazzo Re Enzo. The bike tour will end in Via Piella looking through the famous small window, you can still see the waters and canals.

Thanks to this FULL DAY tour you'll have the chance to discover the stunning wonders of this land: Bologna and Ravenna. Both cities were protagonists in the historic panorama of this part of Italy.

The presence of the University, the oldest in the Western world, has made BOLOGNA a cultural center of extraordinary importance. We'll visit the most evocative monuments and places in the city center.

RAVENNA, a Unesco site known worldwide because of its early Christian era mosaics, gives you the opportunity to see preserved monuments from the 5th and 6th century.

We will meet in Bologna in the morning and we will visit the city center highlights. Then together we'll catch the train to Ravenna.

The first self-guided tour in Bologna to discover food and culture at your own pace!
The Bologna Food Tasting Box includes 7 vouchers to be used, during your stay, in selected shops in the historic center for a complete gastronomic experience.

It also includes a handy city map with a recommended itinerary to reach 11 of its main attractions, which you can discover by scanning the QR code with your smartphone.

Enjoy traveling your way!

N.B. Different tastings are not guaranteed for people with dietary restrictions.

Bologna is the capital of Emilia-Romagna, Parma is the capital of Emilia-Piedmont in Northern Italy. Both cities have a rich history and are also known for their food. Bologna is particularly well known for its meat products and wood carving, while Parma's specialty is sausages.

Bologna is a city of over 400,000 inhabitants. This city is famous for being home to the world’s oldest university and it is also one of Italy’s most important cultural and economic centers.

In this private tour, you will discover the city’s fascinating history and art by visiting Parma’s and Bologna’ s most beautiful monuments, as well as its antique shops and local markets. This tour has a starting point in Parma and an ending point in Bologna.

We will arrange a private and comfortable pick up from your hotel or place of choice in Milan. You will enjoy a 2 hours guided tour in Parma and Bologna with a local tour guide.

At the end of the tour, your private driver will take you back to your hotel.