Bologna is the largest and capital city of the Emilia Romagna region in Northern Italy. This amazing city is often referred to as the Red City with its UNESCO World Heritage site of lengthy porticoes, a city of music, history, and nice food. The Bologna tours are filled with vibrant culture, history, and hidden jewels, which ensure an unforgettable journey for everyone.
Start your trip with Bologna History Tours. Climb up the approximately 498 steps of the medieval Asinelli Tower, built in the 12th century—one of the top things to do in Bologna. From the top, you can't miss Bologna's beautiful terracotta tiled roofs and stunning 360º views of the smaller Garisenda tower, which stands leaning next to it. Secondly, discover the fascinating University of Bologna, the oldest university in the Western world. It has remained an important part of Italian history for centuries, sited in Archiginnasio Palace.
Walk through Piazza Maggiore, which is like the soul and heart of Bologna. This piazza is full of creativity because of its beautiful architecture dating back many centuries. It has numerous Bologna tourist attractions like the iconic Basilica of San Petronio, the city's largest church and Palazzo del Podestà, which once placed the city's ancient government, Torre dell'Orlogio (the clock tower), and the medieval fountain of Neptune. And yes, you can hang out at cafes, restaurants, and shops selling local delicacies and souvenirs located around the piazza.
Implement your Bologna cultural tour by visiting the Seven Churches of Santo Stefano. It's a remarkable historical religious complex dating back to century where you will come across several churches that were built during different time periods. The Church of The Holy Sepulcher, is the oldest of the seven churches featuring a replica of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem, Israel.
Participate in the joyful city's culture of La Passeggiata, one of the Unique tours in Bologna that you will encounter. It's a tradition that dates back centuries where every Sunday before dinner people walk through the city's charming streets and plazas, chatting with friends, making new acquaintances, and stopping by the local cafes.
One of the Top Bologna tours you can never afford to miss is The Santuario di Madonna di San Luca, a church on a hill above the city. The main highlight is the Portico di San Luca, the longest portico in the world. The challenging part of this tour is you need to walk around from the portico that takes you all the way up the Colle della Guardia hill until you reach the Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca. The walk is mostly uphill with quite a few flights of stairs.
Other than Bologna historical tours, you must take a classic food tour, one of the best Bologna tours, and try popular local delicacies. Here, you will get to taste unusual flavors like Caffè allo Zabaione, which is like a mini cup of dessert, tortellini (stuffed pasta parcels), gelato, etc. Try these local delicacies on Bologna city tours at Quadrilatero, which is the oldest market in Bologna, where you can buy fresh produce, fish, and local crafts.
Adventure lovers can take Bologna adventure tours at San Pellegrino Park. Hike or just simply walk along the trails through the green hillside and enjoy great views of Bologna from the parka and feel the beauty of nature.
Exploring Bologna is no less than a dreamlike thing. With expertly organized Bologna vacation packages you can enjoy the combination of Bologna sightseeing tours, relaxation, and great food experiences. These vacation packages will take care of accommodation in apartments or hotels that suit your budget, transportation and guided tours.
Get the most out of Bologna tours and include wonderful experiences in your Bologna diaries. From historical exploration to incredible food, there is everything that will satisfy your expectations.
