Bologna 2-Day Food Trip
Two days in Italy's kitchen: the Quadrilatero's counters, fresh-pasta school, the Two Towers and a Modena balsamic pilgrimage.
Days
2 days
Budget
220 EUR
Style
Foodie
Destination
Bologna
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Trip overview
- The pasta class you'll repeat at home
- Modena's balsamic barrels
- Portico walks in any weather
Best time to visit
April–June and September–October are ideal. The porticoes shade even the summer visits.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 · The Kitchen
- 🧺09:30Quadrilatero market-lane grazing
- 🍝12:30Tagliatelle al ragù (never call it spaghetti bolognese)
- 👩🍳16:00Fresh-pasta making class
- 🍷20:00Osteria dinner in the university quarter
- 🧺
Day 2 · Towers & Modena
- 🗼09:00Climb the Two Towers
- 🍇11:30Train to Modena: balsamic tasting & Osteria Francescana's town
- 🥓17:00Return via Mortadella laboratorio
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Budget
Estimated total cost: 220 EUR for 2 days.
Includes accommodation, local transport, food, and activities. International flights not included.
Travel tips
- April–June and September–October are ideal. The porticoes shade even the summer visits.
- Carry local currency for small eateries and street food; cards are widely accepted in cities.
- Book popular restaurants in advance during peak season.
- Use public transit where possible — most stops in Bologna are tourist-friendly.
Recommended restaurants
🍝
Trattoria Anna Maria
Bologna institution · $$
👩🍳
Sfoglia Rina
Fresh pasta shop · $
🍷
Osteria dell'Orsa
Student classic · $
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