The Bologna Story: Ancient Roots & Modern Echoes Audio Tour
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Are you looking for a way to explore Bologna without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Stroll through the ancient – and more recent – past of Bologna, a place that art critic John Berger once called “an improbable city.” • Hear from producer Frank Bures, an award-winning author who spent time in Bologna as an exchange student in the 1990s, • Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
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William_G, 10/19/2025 6:33:45 AM
This is simply a quick walking tour. If you are not in the right spot you will have silence - so many gaps. Churches are mentioned, but there is no further information about what you may find inside. The Duomo has a fascinating Meridian Line - the small church mentions a famous sculpture, but no info to buy a ticket. Then there is a lot of talk about soccer which could have been better filled with local info on food or traditions.
Dan_C, 6/12/2024 12:55:12 PM
Could have included a lot more value for money as the factual descriptions were quite short. The speaker seemed to enjoy speaking about his university life which wasted a bit of time when standing around at sights waiting for valuable information.
joeyj748, 3/19/2023 3:22:10 PM
The tour was great and we enjoyed the experiance of walking among the gorgeous buildings and listening the the great stories! I wish I could live here for a year!
MplsArts, 3/7/2023 10:44:21 AM
Aerosmith in Bologna? Who knew? Lots to love in this audio tour, including the author’s stories. Also the weird history niches he gets into, like the canals of the city, music and football. Fun hour! Could have gone a little longer.
Markontheroad1, 3/5/2023 4:23:41 PM
This was our first time in Italy, and we're so glad we stopped in Bologna! Had no idea about the city’s history, and I doubt we would have found all this ourselves—especially the Mary Magdalene. Florence was great, but Bologna felt like a real city, and we didn’t have to book every thing online two day ahead. Great tour!
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.
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Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.Return details
Are you looking for a way to explore Bologna without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Stroll through the ancient – and more recent – past of Bologna, a place that art critic John Berger once called “an improbable city.” • Hear from producer Frank Bures, an award-winning author who spent time in Bologna as an exchange student in the 1990s, • Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.Redemption
VOICEMAP CODE ─── Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. VoiceMap has sent you an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: 1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app 2. Create an account 3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes 4. Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE ─── • You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. • This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. • When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. • Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour. SUPPORT ─── For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.meLess than hours before travel date - 0% refund