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History of Bologna: Explore the Medieval City with a Local

  • 2.5 hours
  • City Highlight Tours
  • Bologna
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  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Step back in time to the heart of medieval Bologna, a city once filled with over 100 towers, noble rivalries, and students in robes. Walk under centuries-old porticoes, explore age-old institutions, and hear tales of power, conflict, and everyday life in the Middle Ages

Destination
Bologna, Italy
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
2.5 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English
Included
  • Private Guide
  • All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to Attractions

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Dive into the intriguing history of Bologna
  • Get to know more about the Medieval era in Bologna
  • See main landmarks & their historical relevance
  • Enjoy a tour by the side of a history expert
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • All your questions answered by your local host

What you can expect

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Discover Bologna’s medieval soul on this walking tour through its historic streets. Explore how the city became one of Europe’s most powerful and unique medieval centers—thanks to its noble families, fortress-like towers, and the world’s oldest university.

Stroll through ancient alleyways and under the iconic porticoes as your local host brings to life stories of power struggles, family rivalries, religious influence, and student life in the Middle Ages. From majestic buildings to quiet corners, this tour reveals how the past still shapes the city today.

Each of the hosts in these tours are history experts and passionate about their city. Check out their profiles and pick the one with whom you share interests - they can’t wait to take you on a tour around their favorite subject and to show you some of their favorite spots in the city. Believe us; they have plenty of stories to tell!

The local hosts are natural storytellers, each one with a different background ranging from arts to history. They can’t wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their city your city!

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.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at At the main entrance of the Basilica facing the Piazza Santo Stefano - Bologna to start your journey

  2. 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.

  3. Meet Up

    Meet your local host in one of Bologna’s most charming medieval squares, the perfect place to begin your journey into the city’s Middle Ages

  4. Porticoes & Public Life

    Walk through Bologna’s iconic medieval porticoes and hear what life was like in the streets centuries ago — rain or shine!

  5. Medieval University Roots

    Step into the university district and discover how Bologna became the birthplace of higher education in Europe

  6. Storytelling Journey

    As you discover the historical side of Bologna, you’ll be able to go back in time thanks to the amazing stories and storytelling skills of your local host. Feel free to ask any questions and feel as if you are relieving history in the present time

  7. 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.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • 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.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Withlocals experiences
are always

Private & personalizedNo strangers, just you. Fully customize your trip to your needs.
With a local expertFrom historical facts to the most up-to-date health regulations.
Without the crowdsExperiences designed to take you away from the crowds towards authentic local spots.

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