Leah L.United States
Sacha was an an amazing guide. My father is elderly and she was so flexible with our tour plan! I hope to see her around town! Besitos!
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Private tour in Bologna Sacha L
Bologna Highlights Tour
5.0
(27) reviews
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2 hours
30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-6 people
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2 hours
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Sacha L.
5.0
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Hello everyone and welcome to this beautiful land of astonishing architecture, great food and warmth atmosphere. My name is Sacha, I am a licensed tour guide and I will be more than happy to help you discover the hidden treasures of this region. I have always been passionate about travelling, art and different languages and cultures. That's the reason why I have studied foreign languages and history of art. After my Bachelor's degree in Cultural Heritage in Venice, I moved to Bologna where I got my Master's degree in History of art. That's when I have decided to turn my main interests into my job and became an Emilia-Romagna tour guide. My idea of tour is to get you in touch with the local spirit and culture of this land. I will share with you the history and the artistic heritage of this beautiful cities, as well as its typical laid back lifestyle, without forgetting the amazing gastronomic tradition. I am glad to personalise my tours focusing on what you are more interested in. You will be spoiled for choices! - National tour guide license - Master's degree in History of art - Bachelor's degree in Cultural Heritage I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.
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2,5 hours walking tour in the heart of Bologna
Overview of your Bologna tour
Bologna is known in the world for mainly 4 reasons: the towers, the porticos, the university and the food. In this tour you will find out why did the porticos and the towers come to define the skyline of Bologna and how the oldest university of the western world was born exactely here in 1088. You will discover that the mortadella was very much appreciated since roman times and "spagnetti bolognese". . . . don't really exist. Outstanding churches and palaces, beautifull squares and narrow alleys will be the frame for all these stories.
Recent Reviews
Alexis V.United States
Sacha was the perfect guide for our 2.5 hour walking tour with our teenage girls and elderly parents. Before we even booked the tour, she promptly answered my questions and accommodated our special requests including picking us up at our Air BnB and securing a table for us at a restaurant. Her English is impeccable and her Bologna knowledge kept everyone engaged. Sacha was also alert to keeping us in the shade (over 90 Fahrenheit)! If not for an afternoon commitment, I would have loved to have done a longer tour with her.
Malcolm H.United Kingdom
An excellent tour with a knowledgable, friendly and fun guide - well worth doing !
Bianca Cody M.United States
Sacha was wonderful. She told us so much about the history of Bologna. She was very engaging. It felt like we made a friend. She suggested a place for lunch which we loved. She even told us things we might do outside of Bologna. We can’t say enough about what an excellent guide she was.
Jackson K.United States
Sacha provided city highlight tour for our diversified group of 9 - ranging from 11 year old to my 82 year-old mother. Her tour was insightful - enlightening even for the teenagers amongst our group. She accommodated the pace for my mom. We're definitely returning to Bologna and look forward to another tour with Sacha.
Janet C.United States
Sasha is an excellent guide. Very informative and knowledgeable. We learned a lot about this fascinating medieval city in our 2 1/2 hours together. And, she is definitely local- many people said hello to her in the course of our walk! If you are in Bologna she is a great choice for a guide.
Your Bologna tour itinerary
-PIAZZA MAGGIORE, the heart and soul of Bologna since medieval times where the history of the city is written on its buildings. -BASILICA OF SAN PETRONIO, one of the biggest churches of Christianity and a "masterpiece of the unfinished", where the longest sundial ever realized is preserved. -ARCHIGINNASIO PALACE, the historical seat of the University of Bologna, where you will have the chance to see the magnificent courtyard and staircases -MEDIEVAL MARKET , with its narrow alleys and really tempting food shops and historical inns -THE TWO TOWERS, symbols of the history of the city and marks of its skyline.
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Transport details
Type: Walking
walking tour
What's included
Other: Any personal purchase
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: ticket for anathomic theater
Meeting location
Piazza del Nettuno, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Neptune's Fountain, Piazza Maggiore
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
History
Food And Drink
Art And Culture
City Highlights
Tour reference number
588451
Languages
English
Italian
Portuguese
SpanishActivity level
Minimal
Traveller reviews
5.0
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Who is this private tour in Bologna best suited for?
This private tour in Bologna is perfect for travellers interested in history, architecture, and local culture. You'll explore iconic sites like the Two Towers and the Basilica of San Petronio, and learn about Bologna's rich history and culinary traditions. It's ideal for those who want to connect with a local guide like Sacha L. for deeper insights.
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2 hours
30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-6 people
Your party size
1
Tour date
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2 hours
30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-6 people
Your party size
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Tour date
View our cancellation policiesUpgrade for total flexibility with Any Reason Cancellation
Book with a depositSecure your tour today and pay your balance later
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