A Bologna cooking class means fresh egg pasta, because this is the city of tagliatelle, tortellini and ragu. Two small-group classes lead Viator, and they cost almost the same. Tagliatelle and ragu, with a spritz, wine and gelato, is rated 5.0 across 1,107 reviews, from about $66. Pasta and tiramisu, with lunch, is rated 4.9 across 981 reviews, from about $68.
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The verdict
The tagliatelle and ragu class is our pick, because it teaches the dish Bologna is known for. Out of 1,107 reviews, 1,083 are five stars, and there is not a single one-star rating. Reviewers mention engaging hosts, a nice group and free-flowing drinks.
The pasta and tiramisu class is run by the same school as our top pick in Venice. It adds a dessert, so it suits travelers who want a full meal. It meets near the Two Towers, in the center.
In short, both last three hours and cost about the same, so choose by the dish you want to take home. Neither is listed as wheelchair accessible.
Both classes are built around wheat and eggs, so mention allergies or a gluten-free diet when you book. Also, the ragu class includes alcoholic drinks; ask for soft drinks if you prefer. For the city’s food, see our guide to things to do in Bologna.
Which one is for you?
Take the tagliatelle and ragu class if
- You want the highest rating: 5.0 from 1,107 travelers.
- You want to learn Bologna’s own dish.
- You like a spritz and wine with dinner.
- You want gelato to finish.
Take the pasta and tiramisu class if
- You want to learn a dessert as well.
- You want lunch included.
- You prefer a meeting point by the Two Towers.
- You liked the same school in Venice.
What each price covers
The tagliatelle and ragu class, from about $66
Included: the class, the food you make, alcoholic drinks, and coffee or tea.
Not included: transport to the meeting point.
The pasta and tiramisu class, from about $68
Included: the class and lunch.
Not included: gratuities.
Where each one starts
- Tagliatelle and ragu class: Piazza Galileo Galilei, in central Bologna.
- Pasta and tiramisu class: Via Altabella 12a, near the Two Towers.
Side by side
| Tagliatelle and ragu class | Pasta and tiramisu class | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5.0 from 1,107 | 4.9 from 981 |
| Five-star reviews | 1,083 (98%) | 950 (97%) |
| Price | from about $66 | from about $68 |
| Length | 3 hours | 3 hours |
| You make | Tagliatelle and ragu | Pasta and tiramisu |
| Drinks | Spritz and wine | Not listed |
| Start | Piazza Galileo Galilei | Via Altabella |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before | Free up to 24 hours before |
What travelers say
On the tagliatelle and ragu class
Very good experience. Nice group, engaging hosts.
Andrew_S, September 2026, via Viator
Fabulous experience!
Elissa_F, September 2026, via Viator
On the pasta and tiramisu class
The Cook was great, we had a lot of fun.
Zan_A, September 2026, via Viator
Luca was an incredible guide!
Alessio_D, September 2026, via Viator
Both are reviewed mostly with five stars: 98% of the tagliatelle and ragu class ratings and 97% of the pasta and tiramisu class ratings. Three stars or lower make up fewer than 1% of the reviews on the first and about 1% on the second.
How a class fits a food trip to Bologna
Cook one day and taste the next: the Bologna food tour covers the markets, and the Parma food tour visits the cheese and ham makers. For fast cars instead of pasta, see the Ferrari tour to Maranello.
Compare classes across Italy on our cooking classes page, and read our guide to things to do in Bologna.
Questions travelers ask
Which Bologna cooking class should I book?
The tagliatelle and ragu class, rated 5.0 from 1,107 reviews on Viator, from about $66 (checked September 2026). For a dessert too, the pasta and tiramisu class, rated 4.9, from about $68.
What do you make in a Bologna cooking class?
Fresh egg pasta. One class makes tagliatelle with ragu; the other makes pasta and tiramisu.
How long is a cooking class in Bologna?
Both classes last about three hours.
Are drinks included?
The tagliatelle and ragu class includes a spritz, wine, and coffee or tea. The pasta and tiramisu class includes lunch.
Can I cancel a Bologna cooking class?
Both offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
Book tagliatelle and ragu for Bologna’s own dish; book pasta and tiramisu for a meal with dessert.
Editorial assessment by Italy2Love, September 2026. Inclusions and exclusions, meeting points, prices, ratings, review counts and cancellation terms read on both Viator product pages (product codes 240444P17 and 12438P31), September 2026. Reviews quoted with attribution to their authors and to Viator. Next review March 2027, or sooner on any change to either option.