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Private tour in Bologna Andrea G
Bologna City Centre Walking Tour
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Ciao !! My name is Andrea and I am proud to be 100% Bolognese, as I was born and raised in Bologna. I've always enjoyed my acestral roots and family, and sharing with others the unique and memorable aspects of my city and region. My father is native of the plains area of Emilia, while my mother is originally from a little village located on the hills of Romagna. As someone once said to me, I have an infectious mix of the different characteristics of the Emilia-Romagna region like determination, professionalism, open-mindedness and enthusiasm. Through many experiences I have honed my understanding of the local cultural and traditional peculiarities of these Italian regions, the importance of conviviality at the dinner table, and the value of sharing our life stories. It's incredibly enriching to learn this through face-to-face encounters, to hear stories or backgrounds which are not written down in books. I am literally a "foodie" (which means I practically live to eat well) and I love to share my passion for the kitchen with fellow travellers, helping them discover local food, wine, culture and history from the vantage point of a bicycle saddle, or walking or even running! I am also very passionate about art, history and the protecting our cultural heritage. I am committed to activities that involve sustainable travel, healthy lifestyle and exploring landscapes in respect of the environment. But there is much more to discover behind-the-scenes and this is the reason why I am waiting to welcome you here for a fabulous visit! I hope to see you soon. - I am a certified Tour Guide and certified Tour Leader both in Italy and Europe. - I attended an 8-month training course and became a "Technical Operator in the tourism industry specialized in Food and Wine traditions and products" passing exam at Cescot Bologna in September 2017. - I got a diving licence "Prevention and Rescue" at Capo Galera Diving - Alghero (Sardinia- Italy) - I can accompany you in my vehicle or as an alternative I can even arrange for a separate car and driver. - I am permitted to guide in the English and Italian language.
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A 3-hour in-depth experience with a Bolognese through towers, porticoes and food shops
Overview of your Bologna tour
In the old city center, the medieval heart of Bologna is one of the best conserved of its kind in Europe, rise ancient buildings and churches rich in works of art. Simply by walking, you realize that the town boasts with the largest network of ancient arcades in the world (38 km are in the city center only) which constitute an artistic and architectural gem, thanks to their uniqueness and variety. But Bologna is a multi-faceted town formed by the oldest University of the western world with thousands of students, still standing medieval towers which continue to uphold a world-famous gastronomic tradition. So what's better than exploring the city with a native of Bologna and maybe even knowing anecdotes and curiosities sometimes almost unknown even to the inhabitants themselves.
Your Bologna tour itinerary
Your walking tour will kick off in the heart of the town: Piazza Maggiore. From the main square we are going to visit as follows : - Piazza Maggiore and the main buildings surrounding the square - Piazza Nettuno and its statue and Re Enzo's building - The Basilica of S. Petronio including the interiors (according to opening hours) - Sala Borsa and Roman ruins of Bononia (according to opening hours) - The Archiginnasio building and the Anatomical Theater - Lamentation over the dead Christ in the Church of S. Maria della Vita - Le due torri ( The Two Towers) - Porticoes and its curiosities - The Quadrilatero (food and market area) I am very flexible to add other tourist attractions like an interesting walk through the former Jewish Ghetto or other curiosities which can come around before or while we are "on tour".
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Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
By Guide: If you reach by yourself the city centre our Meeting Point will be at the Neptune Statue in Piazza Nettuno, 1. Bologna.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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