Hi, I’m Claudio
Hi, I’m Claudio
I’ve lived in Bologna for 20 years
I speak English, Italian
I am a Graphic Designer / Musician
Hi, I’m Claudio, your local host in Bologna! What I love most about this city is how it brings together history, culture, and a lively community spirit. In my free time, I enjoy playing music in the streets, cycling through hidden neighborhoods, or jogging in the city’s beautiful parks. I also love exploring traditional restaurants, savoring local dishes, and enjoying aperitifs with friends at cozy spots around town. Bologna’s live music scene is another passion of mine, from small gigs to energetic concerts—it’s a big part of what makes this city so vibrant. Whether it’s discovering hidden corners on a bike ride, indulging in local flavors, or experiencing the city’s creative energy, I’ll make sure your visit feels personal, fun, and truly unforgettable. Let’s explore Bologna together!
My knowledge & interests
Sociology
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Cinema
Art galleries & museums
Parks
Gardens
Social history
Architectural history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Classical architecture
Department stores
Street markets
Popular culture
My reviews
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This was a great personal tour and I enjoyed the one on one conversation. Claudio had wonderful historical stories to share. Lots of time to ask questions and learn more. Bologna is quite unique, a lot of people, a lot of educated people here, home to the first university and still it continues! We enjoyed a nice leisurely walk about Bologna and I learned some amazing, interesting and fun facts! Claudio is very knowledgeable and patient.
March 2025
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The best! Took 4-5 tours while in Italy. Claudio knew Bologna both as a resident, and an educated historian. Nice presentation of the city, its culture, and history.
March 2025
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Lively Conversation with the guide (Claudio) open and gave clear and concise info about places visited and i appreciate the detailed links of recommendations ( restaurants, activities, events etc). Structured tour but not overdone...overall a tour with value - worth what you paid for.
January 2025
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Great in a sense that i saw value on the tour and exceeded my expectations. For a short period knowing Bologna can really be overwhelming but Claudio did great in bringing clear and concise info about each places we have visited in a lively manner, (Good English commskills), structured tour but not overdone; open and willingly answered my questions on the spot and had effort of bringing 2 way conversation forward not a walking lecture. I appreciate the links of detailed recommendations (restaurants, activities, events etc). Higly Recommended.
January 2025