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Bologna Highlights, city walking tour with private guide

Bologna Highlights, city walking tour with private guide

By ARTexplorer Italy
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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.
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Ages 0-99
Duration: 2h 30m
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Professional Guide
What's not included
  • Monuments admission fees (about 6 euros)
  • gratuities
  • Entry/Admission - Basilica di San Petronio
  • Entry/Admission - Archiginnasio Di Bologna


Start:
  • Piazza Maggiore, 1, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
    In front of the Tourist Office, piazza Maggiore 1/e
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 206098P18

    • Most travelers can participate
    • Please note that the visit of the mentioned monuments is in accordance with opening hours. If on your chosen day, some of them are closed for visiting, I customize an alternative tour of the historical city center.
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 206098P18

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      In front of the Tourist Office, piazza Maggiore 1/e
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      Fontana del Nettuno
    About the operator
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    • ARTexplorer Italy
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      Assisi, Umbria, Italy
      Joined in October 2019
    • Joanie D
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Lovely tour
      We really enjoyed our tour. Francesca was courteous, knowledgeable, and flexible in what we wanted to visit. She really made our day special and went the extra mile. Highly recommend.
      Written May 29, 2024
    • Kaybene
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing tour guide!
      Our guide was prompt, friendly, and very knowledgeable. Possibly the best we’ve had with this site. The pace was perfect and just enough information.
      Written April 15, 2024
    • Teresa K
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wonderful
      Our guide Michele was prompt , professional, well educated and extremely patient. These qualities are so important in a tour guide who is taking you through a place of such religious and historical significance. A pleasant and informative trip , we were glad to have taken this tour. If you are interested having a more intimate experience with the history of Assisi , I highly recommend this guide.
      Written November 15, 2023
    • Diane B
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Tour guide awesome!
      Valentina was an exceptional guide! She was very knowledgeable and shared from a religious and historical perspective.
      Written October 11, 2023
    • jmaesg
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Understanding The History of Assisi
      So important to do this city with a guide. It is beautiful and the history is so very interesting. Our guide helped us to understand the art and history. She was informative, knowledgeable and a pleasure to spend the day with. Thank You!!
      Written May 14, 2023
    • X1644IKchristinee
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Agriturismo le Caggiole in Montepuliciano with Giacomo
      As part of our three week stay in Italy we were very fortunate to be able to book a cooking class with Giacomo at his Agriturismo le Caggiole which is in Montepuliciano. We booked the Pasta Menu option and we were quite delighted with our day. What made the entire experience extraordinary was the personal pride that Giacomo took in his family cooking traditions, his commitment to the sourcing of local ingredients, and how to pair the best wine selection with each course. We prepared a Tiramisù and two types of pasta with the hands on guidance of Giacomo, Chef and Sommelier. Whether in Italy or around the world, Giacomo believes the success of a dish is in the selection of ingredients that are locally grown and in season. We thoroughly enjoyed meeting his family and relished the fruits of our labor as we sat down to eat at the end of our day, Please take the time to join Giacomo for a cooking class if you are in the area. I know you will come away with one of the best experiences of your life!
      Written April 9, 2023
    • Peter M
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi.
      I visited this but not with a tour guide. St Francis of Assisi was born and died here. It is a Roman Catholic Church. The basilica began in 1298. It has an Upper and Lower church and is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site
      Written January 13, 2023
    • rogieman
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Whether or not you’re Catholic or religious the place brings peace.
      We stayed in a villa nearby and the entire time we were in the shadow of the basilica. It was a wonderful place, and St. Francis’s chapel is incorporated in the church. The area is magical. Hope to go back.
      Written January 9, 2023
    • Julie K
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      Excellent tour
      Andrea was a fabulous guide! We learned so much and got to see much more than we were ver imagined. I highly recommend this tour, he really made it all come to life.
      Written November 14, 2022
    • 35795deniseu
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      History, art, and the life of St Francis
      Our tour was amazing. A great overview of the city and the history of St. Francis. Our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining.
      Written November 3, 2022
    • 109Banjo
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      FABULOUS TOUR
      Our guide, Andrea, had a art history masters degree and as such was completely knowledgeable on all aspects of the art, the churches and the history of the whole place. It was a fantastic experience and brought the whole story of St Francis and everything he stood for into life. It was very memorable and enjoyable and I would recommend it to anyone wanting to learn about the city and it’s history. I suggest doing it as early as possible during your stay since it gives added meaning to your understanding of the whole place.
      Written September 22, 2022
    • Annapemb
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      An absolute must
      Marica, was so passionate and well informed regarding the history not only of Assisi and St Francis, but she also had a very rich appreciation for Italy and her region of Umbria. We loved this tour and would absolutely encourage people to ask if Marica can be your guide.
      Written September 7, 2022
    • Robert M
      0 contributions
      1.0 of 5 bubbles
      Terrible Business
      I booked this tour at the AVAILABLE time. I received notice later that time was not available. I called and was “ helped” by agent from Viator. The trip was rebooked at the same AVAILABLE time. I was told that I would receive confirmation within 48 hours. At 72 hours I received notification that trip was not confirmed. I assume this destination is either closed or is working several travel companies at the same time. This is deceiving from Trip Advisor. This is BAD BUSINESS. My advice is to avoid this tour and Trip Advisor
      Written August 28, 2022
    • Edward K
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Appreciation of Assisi
      Our family group of nine thoroughly enjoyed the Excellent Walking Tour of Assisi conducted by Alessandra. She was an Excellent Guide. She provided a lifetime of insights and appreciation of the history and art of the town, the churches and principal buildings. She took the time to engage each and every one of our family, from age 8 to 76. Five Stars!!!!!
      Written July 6, 2022
    • gpelle2016
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great tour and awesome guide
      Francesca was wonderful! Learned so much from her about St. Francis life and who St. Clare was as well. She was very knowledgeable and friendly!
      Written May 18, 2022
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