Top Bologna Day Trips - page 2

The plains between Modena, Parma, and Reggio Emilia are so famous for their gastronomic specialties that they are known as Italy’s Food Valley. With this private tour, meet producers of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, Prosciutto di Parma ham, and Balsamic Vinegar from Modena without the hassle of navigating the rural roads on your own. Stop for farm tours and tastings plus take a break over lunch at a landmark “osteria” restaurant.

Get ready for a fantastic foodie experience in Bologna—the chance to visit a shortlist of nearby food factories to learn how local specialties are made. Instead of booking taxis, round-trip private transportation is included so you can travel seamlessly between a prosciutto producer, a balsamic vinegar factory, a parmesan cheese factory, and a wine cellar—with guided tours and tastings along the way.

During this full-day experience, you will be able to become familiar with some well-known Italian brands and delicacies born in Emilia-Romagna. We will pick you up with a minivan directly at your place in Bologna or Modena in the morning and let your perfect day begin. We will visit local producers to learn something new about the production processes of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. After all the tours, you’ll taste the products to discover their typical flavors. Your experience wouldn't be complete without visiting Ferrari Museum, so to see the most famous supercar brand of all time, Ferrari, together with Lamborghini museum to explore the fascinating history and the first visionary creations of the genius of Ferruccio Lamborghini. And, of course, without having a light lunch in a picturesque estate situated among the gentle hills of the Modena area. At the end of the day, the driver will take you back to your place in Bologna or Modena.

Join our exclusive day tour for a delightful journey into the heart of Emilian culinary excellence! Experience the making of two iconic treasures – aged Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and the revered Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Begin with a guided tour at a cheese factory, witnessing the art of crafting this renowned cheese. Tasting of different ages of Organic Parmigiano Reggiano, Ricotta and Caciotta cheese, Balsamic Vinegar, a glass of local wine and water at the end of visit. Then, dive into the secrets of 'black gold' during a visit to a historic 'Acetaia,' culminating in a tasting of the exquisite traditional balsamic vinegar, followed by a light lunch, where you could explore the best gastronomic pairing of balsamic vinegar and various typical products. Indulge in genuine Emilian gastronomy – it's not just a tour; it's an immersive feast for your senses!

Get more out of your time in Bologna by taking the time to visit the picturesque city of Ravenna—known for its spectacular churches and Byzantine mosaics. Don’t worry about planning an itinerary, as a guide takes care of that. During your tour, learn about the city’s history and visit a shortlist of important sights, such as Dante’s Tomb, Piazza del Popolo, and the Basilica of San Vitale.

Take the train from Bologna to explore the historic town of Modena with a local host. Visit landmarks including the Piazza Grande, which together with Modena Cathedral and Torre Civica hold UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Have lunch at a local restaurant that fits your style and budget, sampling the balsamic vinegar and Lambrusco wine the region is famous for. The experience is completely customized to your interests.

Discover the best of Bologna and the Emilia Romagna region on a tour that covers the region’s highlights. You’ll pay homage to Italy super cars on visits to the Lamborghini, Pagani, and Ferrari museums, and take a tour of a balsamic vinegar factory. Lunch is included along with an additional wine tour and tasting (just note, the latter is not available on Mondays).

Emilia Romagna is known for its standout gastronomy, even throughout Italy. Get an insider’s introduction to several of its most famous food products during this half-day, private tasting tour, which includes a sit-down lunch in a local restaurant. Enjoy guided visits to a Parmigiano Reggiano producer, historic vinegar factory, and traditional winery. Door-to-door vehicle transfers are included.

Dedicate a day to Italian super cars with this private tour of the factories and museums of Modena and Bologna. With a personal guide, you'll visit the Pagani Automobili Museum and the Lamborghini Museum for factory tours, and check out the Ferrari Museum, too. Door-to-door transport from your hotel is included, along with a traditional Italian lunch mid-tour.

Explore three extraordinary wonders of Modena in one day: Pavarotti, Balsamic Vinegar and Ferrari. Visit the place that the famous opera singer called home on this unique experience and learn about his life behind the scenes. Visit a family-run vinegar factory and learn about the fascinating production process of traditional balsamic vinegar, with a tasting of the "black gold" of Modena at the end of the visit. Immerse yourself in the world of Ferrari by visiting the Maranello Museum inside the Ferrari Citadel. At lunch you can relax and enjoy a meal in a local restaurant with typical products. N.B. The stages may undergo logistical changes and the producers may be different from those listed.

Sample three of Italy’s flagship gourmet specialties where they are produced with this all-inclusive journey through Food Valley. Set off directly from Bologna and stop at an artisan balsamic vinegar producer for a tasting and lunch. Then continue on to a dairy farm to learn how authentic wheels of Parmigiano-Reggiano are made before finishing up at an independent winery to sip Lambrusco and Pignoletto.

Explore the countryside outside Bologna on a self-guided bike tour with train transport. Take in the natural beauty of the Emilia-Romagna region, home to rolling, vineyard-covered hills, and visit the towns of Bazzano and Vignola to see fortresses and other historical sites from the Middle Ages. This is a great way to enjoy a day of sightseeing at your own pace and get a little exercise, too.

A fantastic experience in the heart of the Food Valley to discover two products known all over the world: Parmigiano Reggiano and Parma Ham. Our private driver will pick you up at your hotel in Bologna or Modena and take you to a cheese factory, where you will be able to see the production of the famous Parmigiano Reggiano and learn about its complex process and characteristics. At the end of the visit, enjoy some different ages of Parmigiano Reggiano and local products. Afterwards, you will go to a Parma Ham producer, where you will discover in a guided tour the different stages of making this renowned product. Before returning to the hotel with our driver, enjoy a light lunch at the ham factory with typical products and dishes.

Experience a day in the heart of the Motor Valley by visiting the 2 most famous museums in the world for fast cars. Every Saturday from the center of Bologna. You can visit the Lamborghini Museum and the Ferrari Museum in Maranello. At the end of the visit you can have lunch in a farmhouse surrounded by greenery and taste the typical dishes of Modena

Fulfill your need for speed on a private full-day tour of Italy’s ‘Motor Valley’ from Bologna. Get an insider’s look into the production of some of the world’s fastest and most coveted cars and sport bikes as you tour the factories and museums of Ducati, Ferrari and Lamborghini. Feel the power of these famously sleek machines with an optional test drive of a Ferrari Portofino or other world-class model. Taste regional cuisine with a midday lunch break, and enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide all day.

Discover Vignola, its historical beauties including the 15th century Rocca, and food and wine specialties such as the famous black cherry. Starting from Bologna or Modena by private vehicle you will reach the Rocca di Vignola where there will be a guided tour of the Rocca and the medieval center Afterwards we will stop to taste the famous Barozzi cake in a typical pastry shop The day continues with a guided tour of the historic center of Castelvetro di Modena. Lunch at a farmhouse with a visit to the historic vinegar factory Return to Bologna or Modena in the afternoon.

Sports car enthusiasts can take a deep dive into the universe of “La Rossa” with this exclusive Ferrari experience. Visit the Ferrari museums in Maranello and Modena, as well as the Fiorano test track at the Ferrari factory. Get behind the wheel of a powerful 488 Challenge for a spin around the track and 488 Spider for a road test, and feel like a Formula 1 driver in a professional simulator.

Visit one of the most beautiful cities in the world starting with your private transfer from Bologna. Our driver will pick you up at the hotel and take you to visit Venice. Once in the lagoon our guide will be waiting for you and you can enjoy a beautiful guided tour of about 2 hours through the most historic streets of the city up to the splendid Piazza San Marco. Here you will also visit the Basilica of San Marco and the streets of the market. afterwards you will enjoy a free lunch and you will have time at your disposal for a free stroll for shopping. At 5 pm the return to Bologna at your hotel is scheduled

Explore the wonderful Chianti wine region and its rolling hills! Get away from the noise and crowds of the city and enjoy a relaxing day tour in the Tuscan countryside, famous all over the world for its fairytale villages. Our Chianti Wine Experience tour includes two visits with tasting at two cellars located in the heart of Chianti, where you will discover all the secrets of the wine production process. Afterwards, you can taste the excellent Chianti accompanied by typical Tuscan products. N.B. The stages may undergo logistical changes and the producers may be different from those listed.

Savor Italy’s best food and marvel at its top sportscars in a single tour with this excursion to Food Valley and Motor Valley in Emilia-Romagna. Visit the Ferrari Museum and Lamborghini Museum to admire icons of automobile history, then sample balsamic vinegar, wine, and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese at local producers in the nearby hills—all stress-free with full-day private transport, tickets, and tastings included.

Tour through the Bolognese hills: romantic escape between medieval villages and cellars. Around Bologna a constellation of small medieval villages, which between rolling hills and open countryside are just waiting to be explored to unleash all their old-fashioned charm preserved with pride.

Take a journey in this culturally rich, deeply historic and well-preserved towns, with our exclusive walking tour for a unique and unforgettable experience. You will see the highlights of Ravenna, with its mosaics, and Bologna just in one day with a top rated & local guide. The tour will start in Ravenna where you will spend about 3 hours, then you will travel by train or your own car to Bologna where the guide will led another 3 hours tour.

This tour will allow you to see one of the gems of the area, with a very popular experience that's totally worth your time. On your way from Bologna to Milan, you will have a nice and calm time, and still have the chance to learn something unique and special, an experience that makes you connect with history and the locals. Give yourself the chance to experience a different and special adventure.