Travel Guide to Porta Galliera

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, head towards Bologna. Use the A1 motorway if coming from the north or south. Take the exit for Bologna and follow the signs for the city center. Once in the city, follow signs for 'Centro' and 'P.za XX Settembre'. There is limited parking available nearby, so be prepared to search for public parking lots or street parking in the vicinity.

• Train

  To reach Porta Galliera via train, take a train to Bologna Centrale, the main train station in Bologna. From Bologna Centrale, you can either walk to Porta Galliera or take a bus. Walking will take approximately 15-20 minutes. Exit the train station and head towards Via dell'Indipendenza until you reach P.za XX Settembre.

• Bus

  If you are in Bologna or nearby towns, you can use the local bus service. Look for buses heading towards the city center (Centro). Get off at the stop 'P.za XX Settembre'. From there, Porta Galliera is just a short walk away. A single bus ticket costs around €1.50 and can be purchased at kiosks or vending machines.

• Taxi

  For a more direct route, consider taking a taxi. Taxis are available at major train stations, airports, and can be hailed on the street. A taxi ride from Bologna Centrale to Porta Galliera should cost between €8 and €15, depending on traffic and time of day.

• Walking

  If you are already in the city center, Porta Galliera is easily accessible on foot. From P.za Maggiore, head towards Via Rizzoli, then turn onto Via dell'Indipendenza. Continue straight until you reach P.za XX Settembre, where Porta Galliera is located. This walk will take approximately 10-15 minutes.