Bologna: Smart or Small-Group Guided Tour
Your experience
Do you prefer a short tour without missing anything or a two-hour tour with the peace of mind of a small group? Depending on your travel style, you can choose the perfect formula for you, opting for the short and smart one-and-a-half-hour tour with a maximum of 30 participants, or for the two-hour small group experience with a maximum of 12 people, ideal for those who want a more relaxed and intimate pace.
Whatever your choice, this visit with a certified guide will lead you to discover Bologna through a complete and fascinating itinerary. The journey starts from the Two Towers, an unmistakable symbol of the city, and then immerses itself in the energy and scents of the Quadrilatero Market, the true gastronomic and historical heart of Bologna.
From there we will continue towards Piazza Nettuno and Piazza Maggiore, where you can admire timeless masterpieces such as the Neptune Fountain, Palazzo Re Enzo and Palazzo D’Accursio, until reaching the majestic Basilica of San Petronio for a short internal visit. Finally, before returning to the beating heart of the city, the tour will conclude with an evocative stop in the internal courtyard of the Archiginnasio, the ancient and prestigious university seat.
Thanks to this high-quality guided tour, you will be able to enjoy the art, history and culture of Bologna in an engaging way and without haste, sharing the experience with new travel companions.
Length
Enjoy a 1.5-hour experience or, by selecting the small group option, a 2-hour experience
What’s included?
✅ Certified tour guide
✅ Radio guide and earphones (for 10 or more people)
Tour type
This experience is available in a group formula or a small group formula
Meeting point
At Deposito Bagagli Bologna in Strada Maggiore 5a, 40125 Bologna
What’s excluded?
❌ Transport to/from the meeting point
❌ Meals and drinks
❌ Tips and personal expenses
❌ Everything not expressly indicated in the inclusions
Participants
Guaranteed for a minimum of 1 person, maximum of 30 people, based on the option selected
Cancellation policies
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Important notes
➡️ It is necessary to arrive 10 minutes before the departure time at the indicated meeting point.
➡️ We recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
➡️ The itinerary may be subject to change due to public events, adverse weather conditions, ongoing works, or other causes of force majeure beyond the organization’s control.
➡️ In case of delay by participants, participation in the tour is not guaranteed and no refund will be provided.
➡️ A staff member will contact you the day before the experience to confirm all the details.
➡️ Appropriate clothing is recommended for access to sacred sites: shoulders and knees must be covered. Those without suitable attire can purchase scarves or other items at the meeting point (Bologna Luggage Storage) at a special price.
➡️ It is possible to leave backpacks and luggage at the meeting point (Bologna Luggage Storage) at a special price.
➡️ Dogs are allowed, provided they are kept on a leash and wear a muzzle, in compliance with current regulations and out of respect for other participants. Dogs are not allowed inside places of worship.
➡️ In case of reduced mobility, advance notice is required so that the staff can better organize the welcome and ensure an appropriate service.
➡️ Participation with a stroller is possible. If necessary, a storage service is available at the meeting point (Bologna Luggage Storage) at a special price.
➡️ This tour runs regularly even in the rain. In case of bad weather, the best possible alternative for the group will be evaluated. No refunds are provided for those who choose not to participate in the proposed alternative.
