Bologna Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Bologna, you've come to the right place! With this guide created by a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Bologna! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more!

1. 1

   Via dell'Indipendenza

   20 min

   We begin our walk in Bologna on one of the most characteristic streets by discovering a fantastic aspect of the city: its very long porticoes!

2. 2

   Stop 2

   20 min

   Its name already evokes the allure of the sea and the power of a god. But this Bolognese square is much more than that: a true microcosm encompassing history, art, culture and even a dash of gossip!

3. 3

   Piazza Maggiore

   30 min

   We find ourselves in the renowned Piazza Maggiore, the beating heart of Bologna, the result of a long and gradual process of transformation over the centuries. This space was originally intended for people’s meetings and commercial activities, serving as a hub for the city’s social and economic life.

4. 4

   Basilica Di San Petronio

   20 min

   The majestic façade of the Basilica of San Petronio certainly does not go unnoticed, with its obvious unfinishedness that almost seems to indicate a knife slashing through it. Its history is shrouded in mystery with stories that mix reality and legend. Let's discover everything!

5. 5

   Stop 5

   20 min

   Just a stone’s throw from the main square of the city we find one of the most representative historical places of Bolognese culinary culture.

6. 6

   Archiginnasio Di Bologna

   30 min

   A beautiful library (unfortunately not visited by tourists) but also a fantastic anatomy room and other rooms that can be visited for 3€.

7. 7

   Basilica - Santuario di Santo Stefano

   30 min

   Also known as the “Seven Churches Complex” although it is difficult to say what the true origin of this nickname is. The most credited hypothesis goes back to the initial design. Let's discover everything!

8. 8

   Stop 8

   10 min

   Bologna is full of peculiar stories and I couldn’t help but tell you the one about the three arrows! Let's talk about a famous legend of the city!

9. 9

   Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell

   20 min

   Also known as the Two Towers although they are not the same as those used in “Lord of the Rings” (sorry for the nerdy joke but I had to make it ) are an icon of the city and a must-see for anyone who visits. Unfortunately, they cannot be visited as the facilities are not safe for tourists. It is still worth seeing them up close!

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You will need a smartphone with internet connection to use the digital guide (details to activate the digital guide will be in your voucher, read it carefully!)

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.