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Historic buildings and rooftops in Bologna

JOURNEY 12 / FOOD & WINE

Bologna & Emilia-Romagna: A Taste of Place

SUGGESTED DURATION8 days
PLACES TO DISCOVERBologna · Modena · Parma
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A JOURNEY TO IMAGINE

An appetite-led journey through Emilia-Romagna. Choose market walks, local tables, and producer encounters, with comfortable city bases and time to savor each stop.

YOUR JOURNEY, AT A GLANCE

The places along the way.

Journey map: Bologna to Modena to ParmaNumbered destination markers on a geographic outline. Dashed connections show an indicative sequence, not roads or confirmed transport.1. Bologna12. Modena23. Parma3ITALYN
  1. 01Bologna
  2. 02Modena
  3. 03Parma

Indicative connections · Regional locations are approximate.

Map outline: Natural Earth

Days 1–3 · Bologna’s welcoming table

Explore the historic center, porticoes, and food shops with a local guide. Discuss a cooking experience and leave time to return to a favorite restaurant.

Days 4–5 · Modena and the producers

Continue to Modena for an introduction to traditional balsamic vinegar and local food culture. Visits should allow time with the hosts, with transport arranged around tastings.

Days 6–8 · Parma, with a little time

Finish in Parma for cultural visits and regional flavors. A cheese-producer experience can deepen the journey when access and operating days align.

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