Open your mind and experience the other side of Bologna's history. Brothels and Bordellos were legal in Italy until 1958 and this tour will take you into the past not yet forgotten.

Visit the medieval neighborhoods, exploring via Fregatette and via Delle Oche amongst other places, while listening to the history and tales of the workers who once frequented the area.

When you hear the words "sports car" the mind drifts to Italy. Take this opportunity to visit the prestigious stomping ground of some of the most well known brands in the world.

Ferrari, Maserati, Minardi, Ducati and Lamborghini, the choices are endless as you get up close with the machines of these famous names. View displays of these well known manufacturers, or visit the private collections of Righini, Panini, Maranello Rosso and Stanguellini. The day is yours to decide.

Conclude your day with a visit to a leading motor racing track - Misano, Varano or Imola, home of the San Marino Formula One Grand Prix.

Discover why Bologna has many nicknames: La Dotta (The Learned), for its ancient university, La Rossa (The Red) for the warm colors of its roofs and houses and La Grassa (The Fat) for the wonderful food!

See some of the most important buildings in the city such as Palazzo Accursio, Palazzo del Protesta, The Sala Borsa, Palazzo re Enzo and the famous Fountain of Neptune which dates back to the 16th century.

Also see the Medieval Market and Loggia Dei Mercanti, The Anatomy Theatre (closed Saturday afternoon and Sunday), Basilica of San Petronio, the Archiginnasio, Two Towers and the Complex of Santo Stefano.

For those with a little extra time to explore the city, an extended tour may include San Giacomo, The Oratory of Santa Cecilia, San Domenico of the Sanctuary of San Luca.

This Private Bologna Cycling Sightseeing Tour explores Bologna with the freedom of a bicycle. See some of the most important buildings in the city such as Palazzo Accursio, Palazzo del Protesta, The Sala Borsa, Palazzo re Enzo and the famous Fountain of Neptune which dates back to the 16th century.

Also see the Medieval Market and Loggia Dei Mercanti, The Anatomy Theatre (closed Saturday afternoon and Sunday), Basilica of San Petronio, the Archiginnasio, Two Towers and the Complex of Santo Stefano.

Pedal the length of the ancient canal system, you may be surprised at just how much water runs through Bologna.

For those with a little extra time to explore the city, an extended tour may include San Giacomo, The Oratory of Santa Cecilia, San Domenico of the Sanctuary of San Luca.

Your guided tour will focus on a single building or style in Bologna, examining in depth the history, artwork and architectural features.

Whether your interest lies in Romanesque, Gothic or Baroque, Bologna has plenty to offer the visitor. Popular choices include S. Stefano, S.Petronio and S.Domenico.

Your guide can show you up to 3 different churches that present significant yet different aspects of the selected genre. You can advise your preferred choice of buildings to be visited at the time of booking, or you can call the supplier direct a few days prior to your tour dates.

Your Private Gourmet Walking Tour of Bologna will take you through the Medieval Markets, exploring the history, art and traditions of the city of Bologna and surrounding towns.

Visit a local traditional bakery and pasta maker, where you will learn the history of Tortellini and Tagliatelle.

Continue to Beccari's salsamenteria to discover the history of mortadella, from the third century BC right up until modern times.

The highlight of the tour for many is the visit to a traditional chocolate maker where solid chocolate was invented!

Your tour will include a visit to a typical Bolognese Osteria, the fun-loving side of the Italy's oldest university.

All visitors to Bologna will notice that almost every street is lined with porticoes. Porticoes are the arteries of the city, under which an endless stream of humans hurry along their way day and night.

The porticoes were originally the city's solution to an acute housing shortage during the medieval ages (most of the porticoes have rooms built above them for renting out) but over the years, they have also completely altered the face and character of the city.

In the oldest part you can see Medieval wooden porticoes or marvelous arches from the Cinquecento or Seicento. Built from 1200 to 1900, all the styles and decorations of Bologna's signature architectural feature, from Romanesque to Liberty.

Your day will take your tastebuds on a trip to remember! Each place will arrange a tasting of their particular product. You will also have the chance to combine a visit to the works with a guided tour of the local town.

Visit a ham curing factory where the real Parma ham is produced and the Old Vinegar Works, home of Modena's traditional balsamic vinegar.

Fancy a tipple? Enjoy wine tasting at the local wine makers to taste a variety of good wines from the region. Also visit the dairies where Parmigiano Reggiano cheese is produced.

This is a tour not be missed by any visitor to this great gastronomy region of Italy.

Stirring medieval love stories of young maidens and noble youths divided by warring families, or the more recent experience of famous poets such as Foscolo, Leopardi, Shelley and Goethe, all of whom found passionate love in Bologona.

Visit Foscolo and Petrarca's Bologna - streets and churches, the scenes of their loves and ballads. Also visit S. Petronio, Palazzo Re Enzo, Crypt of Saint Vitale and Agricola and Strada Maggiore.

Your English speaking guide will take you to some of the city and surrounding areas' various fashion outlets where you can shop to your hearts content!

Bruno Magli, Pancaldi 1888, Redwall, Mariella Burani, Sergio Rossi, Furla, Valleverde and Pollini are just some of the names to conjure.

This is your shopping day, so the stores visited are entirely your choice. Shoes, bags, clothes, you may want to take the 6 hour tour to ensure you can fit it all in!