Receive a warm welcome to Bologna on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with Bologna to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest. Discover where to find Piazza Santo Stefano and Ghetto Ebraico, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction. Private City Kickstart Tour: Bologna is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

A walking tour with a local guide, that will enable you to discover and appreciate the most significant sites to visit in Modena old city center in 2 hours.

Join a small-group guided tour of the Archiginnasio di Bologna, one of the city’s most important historical landmarks. Located in the heart of Bologna’s historic center, this iconic building was once home to the world’s oldest university and now houses the city’s main library. During the tour, you’ll explore the stunning Teatro Anatomico, where anatomy lectures were held centuries ago, and learn about the rich history of Bologna’s academic traditions. The tour ensures a personalized experience, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the cultural and historical significance of this extraordinary site.

Even just a half day visit is enough to enjoy the best of what the astonishing city of Ravenna has to offer. Discover the Early-Christian and Byzantine mosaics of the 5th and 6th centuries and you will be fascinated!

Two architectural wonders lie in the middle of Parma countryside, a few kilometers distant from each other. The first is Rocca Sanvitale, a fortress standing in the middle of the village of Fontanellato, gradually become a pleasure residence for the ancient family who has owned it for more than six centuries. The latter is the largest labyrinth in the world, dreamed and constructed by Franco Maria Ricci, a publisher and philanthropist whose astonishing art collection is kept in a gallery, at ht heart of the labyrinth itself. A whole day, to find your own path through beauty.

Ravenna: a treasure of the Mediterranean: A hidden world of mosaics and underground crypts, the absolute pearl of art of Emilia Romagna region. Several populations estabilished on the sandy Adriatic coast. This endless territory of marsh, wetlands, lagoons, swamps, despite being partially unhealthy, turned out to be the perfect shelter for a craddle of civilization. The pines of the coast started to be exploited by romans to build their undefeatable fleet. Our tour will be as rich in detail and complete as possible, in order to let you dive into this golden age, and let you travel back in time with your mind and your senses.

On this private tour of Ravenna your guide will show you the most important treasures of the city that features 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You'll explore some of its most important sites and admire the stunning mosaics all around you. The tour will take place for about 2.5-hour in the morning, then you can enjoy a lunch (independently), after which you'll meet your guide again and continue the tour for another 2 to 2.5 hours. You will see the five main mosaics site in town, such as: the Basilica of San Vitale, the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, the Battistero Neoniano, the Arcivescovile Museum and the Basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo. Your guide will then take you to the picturesque Piazza del Popolo. You'll also explore the Dante area, or Area of Silence and get to see Dante's tomb. In fact, the famous exiled Florentine poet died in Ravenna on 13 September 1321. You'll see also Piazza San Francesco and the beautiful Basilica of San Francesco.

A two-hour private tour to discover Modena : a city famous for its historic center with UNESCO sites, for its gastronomy, engines, and for the friendliness of its inhabitants. Pleasant in every season, Modena offers visitors extraordinary beauties, all concentrated in its pretty old town, which tell the splendor of a city long the capital of a duchy, that of the Signori d'Este, who lived there since 1598. Unesco has recognized the universal value of its treasures by declaring the Duomo, Piazza Grande and the Ghirlandina Tower a World Heritage Site. Discover these great architectural beauties with our certified Tour Guide.

Explore Bologna on two wheels on a two-hour bike tour focused on the history of the city. A local guide will take you on a tour of monuments and medieval squares. You will admire the oldest university in the world, the majestic Piazza Maggiore, to get to the Two Towers, one of the greatest attractions of the Emilian capital. We will lead you to the discovery of the ancient medieval port and its history through the many canals that developed around the city. You will discover the history of the Jewish community by crossing the medieval Ghetto of Bologna to then reach and admire the symbol of the city: the Two Towers. Cycling among the beautiful arcades you will reach Piazza Maggiore, home to the most important buildings of the city: the Basilica of San Petronio, the elegant Fountain of Neptune and the imposing Palazzo Re Enzo. The bike tour will end in Via Piella looking through the famous small window, you can still see the waters and canals.

An exclusive private journey through Ravenna’s soul. Ravenna is where breathtaking Byzantine art meets the rustic heart of Romagna cuisine. We believe this unique blend is best explored through a dedicated private experience, tailored entirely to your own pace and curiosity. The highlights of our time together: Masterpiece Mosaics: Discover the secrets of UNESCO World Heritage sites. We’ll explore gold and glass mosaics while sharing the hidden history and stories that standard tours often miss. Authentic Romagna Flavors: Beyond the art, we’ll dive into local life through food. Taste the iconic piadina, regional cheeses, and artisanal specialties in the city’s most authentic bottegas. Private Exclusivity: Enjoy a personal guide who adapts to your interests, providing the deep insider perspective and personalized attention Taste Bologna is known for. Experience the soul of Ravenna away from the crowds. Bring your curiosity—we’ll handle the rest

This tour is tailor made by a photographer for photographers, considering their special need in terms of light conditions and crowd factor. The tour leader is an expert photographer and photography teacher and will assist you by any means in photography matter. Don't worry if don't know how to take a specific photo or do you need help with your settings, you won't be alone! This is not a photo book/portrait sessions. If you want to have nice pictures of you in Bologna this is not the tour for you.

A tour with a local guide, that will enable you to discover and appreciate the most significant sites to visit in Modena old city center in 2 hours.

This walking tour was created for those who are in the city and do not want to miss the chance to admire the beauties of Bologna but at the same time savor the flavors of typical products such as salumi, crescentine and good wine. Piazza Maggiore, Palazzo Daccursio, Via d'azeglio, Archiginnasio, are just some of the destinations you can admire. The market of the quadrilateral will welcome you with its ancient perfumes where you can taste the authenticity of high quality products Absolutely not to be missed

A walking tour dedicated to the secrets of the Bolognese hill. In the monasteries and in the cenobies of the hill the communities of friars who hosted the pilgrims going to the city met, the bishops many centuries later built their villas here, and the great hydraulic projects to bring the fresh water of the hill took place in this wild corner and wooded in the city. Our itinerary touches some of the wonders preserved in this part of the city, where nature and architecture come together in a unique union. The red and yellow colors of the villas, Renaissance churches and medieval cenobies (ancient medieval monasteries) blend with the light yellowish and white colors of the badlands and clay. Large wooded gardens are the setting for these architectural wonders.

Discover Palazzo d'Accursio, one of the most iconic places in Bologna, and visit the imposing Clock Tower. With a handy audio guide on your smartphone, you will explore the tower, discovering stories and curiosities up to the inner mechanism of the clock. See the Municipal Art Collections*, filled with treasures that tell the story of Bologna. End with a tasting of typical products in the heart of the city to live the Bolognese experience! *The Municipal Art Collections are closed on Mondays. Access to the terrace is subject to restrictions: sign a release, forbidden to children under 8 years, animals, and with unsuitable footwear such as flip-flops, heels and any type of open shoes.

There's an unusual Parma, made of nature, taste and tradition. This tour will start from the extraordinary collection of Ettore Guatelli: more than 160.000 items, evoking the charming but almost forgot simplicity of rural life, are on display in a cottage, turned into a museum. Afterwards, the tour will bring to a local winery; here, after having witnessed all the wine production stages, the guests will enjoy a picnic in the vineyards, based on Parma best known delicacies. Escaping from urban life has never been so tasty...

Bologna is a beautiful medieval city located in the heart of the Emilia Romagna region in in the northern Italy. Famous worldwide for its oldest university in Europe, this picturesque town offer to visitors a rich cultural and historic experience with a plenty of monuments worth seeing. During our private tour you will discover its authentic neighbourhoods with ancient piazzas, UNESCO-listed porticoes, medieval towers and hidden corners known only to locals. Led by your expert guide with an art background you will get a unique insight into the history and culture of Bologna and enjoy the fascinating stories and curiosities about its glorious past.

Cremona, the city of violins, Stradivari, Torrone nougat and much more! Through this full day tour we will discover its history and its most important monuments. Train tickets are included in order to get to the city. Leave from Milan Central Station at 8.20 am ( we will send you the train tickets). You will reach Cremona in one hour. Once in Cremona you will meet our Professional Guide and you will walk through Corso Garibaldi street, to reach The City Hall, the main Cathedral, also called the Sistine Chapel of northern Italy, and the vertical museum hosted in the local bell tower, the so called Torrazzo (112 meter high ). Then you will experience the musical culture of the city with an interactive visit to the Violin Museum. Free time for shopping and lunch. Do not miss the opportunity to visit the historical shops of the old town and to buy the delicious Torrone, the traditional dessert. At 3.30 pm you will get the train back to Central Station and at 4.40 PM you will be in Milan.

Ravenna is a beautiful ancient city in the northern Italian province of Emilia Romagna rich in history and culture. Known also as “the city of mosaics” Ravenna houses the finest examples of late Roman and Byzantine architecture, with 8 monuments inserted in the UNESCO World Heritage list. During this 3-hour tour, you will be able to explore the most important and unique monuments of the city led by a professional guide with an art and archaeology background. Among the highlights you will see Basilica di Sant’Apollinare Nuovo, Mausoleo di Galla Placidia, Basilica di San Vitale and other buildings of great historic importance. You will be feel the fascinanating atmosphere of the narrow alleys of the city, the ancient churches and the marvellous Byzantine mosaics, while listening to in-depth commentary from your guide.

This hands-on workshop will immerse you in the ancient art of mosaic making, leaving you with your very own hand made souvenir. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, you will be able to make something beautiful during these few hours at Giuseppe's workshop. Whilst you are making your mosaics, you’ll learn about the history of the art form in the region, as well as Giuseppe's own story about his mosaics in Parma (which you will have already noticed along the streets). We want the day to be fun and relaxing for your whole group, so if there is anything specific we can do to accommodate you, please let us know.