From Milan to Mortadella: A Day in Bologna
- 9 hours
- Day Trips
- Milan
Your local for this experience
Experience hosted by Isa
- Private Tour
- Carbon Neutral
- Destination
- Milan, Italy
- Category
- Day Trips
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Transport mode
- Walking tour
- Available languages
- English, Italiano, Português
- Included
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- Private Guide
- 6 local Tastings
- All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
- Excluded
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- Train tickets(flexible pricing)
- Entrance to Attractions
- Lunch(at guests preference)
6 reasons to book this tour
- Discover other cities outside Milan
- Explore Bologna with a local
- Check out Mercato delle Erbe & Quadrilatero
- Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
- Get to see a different side of Italy
- Connect with a local & discover their country
What you can expect
Step aboard a high-speed train from Milan to Bologna and get ready for a whirlwind day of discovery and indulgence. Once in Bologna, you'll kick off your adventure with a late-morning visit to the bustling Mercato delle Erbe, where you’ll explore the colorful stalls brimming with fresh local produce, cheeses, meats, and more. As you wander through the market, you’ll taste typical Bolognese delicacies like tigelle or mortadella, loved by locals.
Next, you’ll stroll through the charming Quadrilatero, Bologna’s historic food district, with its narrow streets and vibrant food shops. Along the way, your local host will reveal fascinating facts about the city’s unique character, from its medieval architecture to its renowned food culture.
For lunch, your host will recommend a traditional trattoria serving mouth-watering Bolognese dishes, so you can experience a true taste of the city. (Lunch is at your own expense, but trust your host to guide you to the best spots!)
To round off your trip, indulge in a coffee or gelato at one of Bologna’s beloved cafes. Whether you choose to sit in a charming piazza or grab a quick bite on the go, you’ll feel like a true Bolognese as you take in the relaxed, lively atmosphere of this vibrant city.
In just one day, you’ll discover why Bologna is considered one of Italy’s culinary capitals, all while enjoying the comfort and speed of direct high-speed train travel from Milan.
This is the plan
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.
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Meeting point
Meet at At the statue of the 'Stitched Apple', called La Mela Reintegrata - Milan to start your journey
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Itinerary
This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.
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More about Italy
Give yourself the time to not only visit Milan by also visiting Bologna. Italy is such a beautiful country that the more you know about it, the more you’ll fall in love with it. That’s why your host can’t wait to take you to Bologna -
Gems of Bologna
Check out Mercato delle Erbe, Quadrilatero, Piazza Maggiore, and more must-sees but with a twist...through the eyes of a local. Get to know some of the less walked paths in Bologna with some great hidden gems and alternative stories that only a local knows about -
Cultural Contrasts
Cities are like snowflakes; each one of them is unique. And as you visit Bologna, you’ll be able to see the differences compared to Milan. Discover how much traditions, architecture, and even language can change from one city to another and how they complement each other -
Local Knowledge
To experience the best of Bologna, there’s no better way to do so than like a local. Your local host will make this private day trip an enriching experience by sharing knowledge, stories, insights, and answering your questions! -
Make it yours
Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.
Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.
Flexible cancellation policy
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Feel confident booking
Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.
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Change of plans?
Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.
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Loved by travelers worldwide
Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.
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