The best family-friendly activities in Bologna for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Bologna, Italy
Family-friendly Gelato Making Class in Bologna

Guided by a professional chef, you'll discover the secrets behind real gelato: from selecting quality ingredients to mixing, churning, and freezing. You'll explore seasonal flavors …More

Guided by a professional chef, you'll discover the secrets behind real gelato: from selecting quality ingredients to mixing, churning, and freezing. You'll explore seasonal flavors...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$74
Private Tour Parmigiano,Prosciutto,Balsamico with driver-Bologna

Don't forget your camera at home because you will see something you will like to show to all your dear ones once back home! You …More

Don't forget your camera at home because you will see something you will like to show to all your dear ones once back home! You...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
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$217
Felsina Culinaria - Personalised Private Cooking Course

Upon arrival at Villa degli Olmi nestled atop rolling hills, your private experience unfolds as follows: - We begin by organising all the necessary ingredients …More

Upon arrival at Villa degli Olmi nestled atop rolling hills, your private experience unfolds as follows: - We begin by organising all the necessary ingredients...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$185
Bologna One day tour with lunch

How do the Bolognese live, eat and drink? What are the main attractions of the city? Why does the view of San Luca make a …More

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How do the Bolognese live, eat and drink? What are the main attractions of the city? Why does the view of San Luca make a...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$188
Discover Bologna - Cultural, Bohemian, LGBTQIA+, Food Tour

Join us for an unforgettable experience in Bologna, starting at the historic Cassero, a cultural landmark with deep ties to the community LGBTQIA . From …More

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Join us for an unforgettable experience in Bologna, starting at the historic Cassero, a cultural landmark with deep ties to the community LGBTQIA . From...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$182
Visit and Tasting of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena

Hi, I'm Giorgio, welcome to our ancient family vinegar factory. Together with my father Mario, President of the Consortium of Producers "Antiche Acetaie" and President …More

Hi, I'm Giorgio, welcome to our ancient family vinegar factory. Together with my father Mario, President of the Consortium of Producers "Antiche Acetaie" and President...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$17
Small Group Tour with Lunch of Lambo, Ferrari, Parmesan, Vinegar

Visit some of the most famous delicacies of Emilia-Romagna in a day by visiting small local producers of Parmigiano cheese and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of …More

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Visit some of the most famous delicacies of Emilia-Romagna in a day by visiting small local producers of Parmigiano cheese and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$223
Taste Tour: Parmigiano Reggiano, Balsamic Vinegar and Lunch

Join exclusive half day tour for a delightful journey into the heart of Emilian culinary excellence! Experience the making of two iconic treasures – aged …More

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Join exclusive half day tour for a delightful journey into the heart of Emilian culinary excellence! Experience the making of two iconic treasures – aged...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$137
FARM STAY EXPERIENCE & DOZZA - Private Day Tour From Bologna

We'll visit a local farm-stay restaurant located on the Apennines mountains, have a typical lunch with 3 course & wine with homemade fresh pasta, organic …More

We'll visit a local farm-stay restaurant located on the Apennines mountains, have a typical lunch with 3 course & wine with homemade fresh pasta, organic...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$284
Make traditional handmade pasta from scratch with a local chef!

It's not a demonstration, it's a real hands-on class of 3 or more hours where you will make and understand all the steps, guided by …More

It's not a demonstration, it's a real hands-on class of 3 or more hours where you will make and understand all the steps, guided by...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$159
Kickstart Bologna: Private & Custom Tour With a Local Guide

Experience Bologna through the eyes of a local host who helps you settle into the city with a personalized introduction shaped around your interests, pace, …More

Experience Bologna through the eyes of a local host who helps you settle into the city with a personalized introduction shaped around your interests, pace,...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$44
Private Tortellino Masterclass at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Bologna

Steal the secrets of Bologna's most iconic pasta straight from its creators. Learn how to fold the perfect Tortellino and taste the unique flavour of …More

Steal the secrets of Bologna's most iconic pasta straight from its creators. Learn how to fold the perfect Tortellino and taste the unique flavour of...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$166
Private Pizza & Tiramisu Class at a local's home with tasting in Bologna

Don't lose the opportunity to become a "pizzaiolo" (pizza-maker) and a great tiramisu maker! Enter a local home, connect with an expert home cook and …More

Don't lose the opportunity to become a "pizzaiolo" (pizza-maker) and a great tiramisu maker! Enter a local home, connect with an expert home cook and...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$166
Pasta Class in Bologna in a 15th-Century Estate Home with Chiara

Join your local host Chiara at her professional, stainless steel kitchen to learn to cook a creative inspired local and regional Italian meal from Monte …More

Join your local host Chiara at her professional, stainless steel kitchen to learn to cook a creative inspired local and regional Italian meal from Monte...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$164
Private Market Tour and Cooking Class in Bologna with Giovanna C

Enjoy a private and authentic market tour and cooking class in a local Bologna home with your host Giovanna, a native who has lived in …More

Enjoy a private and authentic market tour and cooking class in a local Bologna home with your host Giovanna, a native who has lived in...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$139
ModenaTasting: Prosciutto,Parmigiano,Balsamic,Wine,Transport

This premium tour is a fantastic opportunity to discover the ITALIAN FOOD EXCELLENCES, uncovering the secrets of four world-renowned products in a single unforgettable day. …More

This premium tour is a fantastic opportunity to discover the ITALIAN FOOD EXCELLENCES, uncovering the secrets of four world-renowned products in a single unforgettable day....

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$320
Emilia Food: Prosciutto with lunch,Parmigiano, Balsamic,Transport

Discover the food excellences of Modena: Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto and Balsamic Vinegar. Visit with a guide an authentic farm, the production phases, from the milk …More

Discover the food excellences of Modena: Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto and Balsamic Vinegar. Visit with a guide an authentic farm, the production phases, from the milk...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$297
Private Half Day Bologna Food and Art Walking Tour

Of all the cities in Emilia Romagna, Bologna is perhaps the most open and convivial. It’s hard not to fall in love with its porticoes, …More

Of all the cities in Emilia Romagna, Bologna is perhaps the most open and convivial. It’s hard not to fall in love with its porticoes,...

3 hours
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$139
Ferrari Museum, Ducati Lamborghini Factories and Museums

A tour that motoring enthusiasts and super-luxury cars can't miss. The Motor Valley of Emilia Romagna is an experience to live intensely: we will take …More

A tour that motoring enthusiasts and super-luxury cars can't miss. The Motor Valley of Emilia Romagna is an experience to live intensely: we will take...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$526
Ducati Lamborghini Ferrari Tour - The Original Car Factory Tour

Motor☆Stars PURPLE Tour offer you the opportunity to visit the Ducati, Ferrari, Lamborghini Headquarters in the "Italian Motor Valley" from Bologna in only 1 day. …More

Motor☆Stars PURPLE Tour offer you the opportunity to visit the Ducati, Ferrari, Lamborghini Headquarters in the "Italian Motor Valley" from Bologna in only 1 day....

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$503
Gelato Class in Bologna to Learn Churn and Taste Italian Gelato

Bologna, the gastronomic heart of Italy, is not only famous for pasta and ragù but also for its rich gelato tradition. This immersive masterclass invites …More

Bologna, the gastronomic heart of Italy, is not only famous for pasta and ragù but also for its rich gelato tradition. This immersive masterclass invites...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$97
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