Giardini Margherita: Bologna's Green Heart
Escape to Bologna's largest park: Giardini Margherita, a green oasis with history, nature, and activities for everyone.
Giardini Margherita, Bologna's largest and most beloved public park, offers a verdant escape just outside the city center. Inaugurated in 1879, the park retains its original English Romantic design, featuring walking paths, a central lake, and historical monuments. It's a vibrant space for recreation, relaxation, and community events.
A brief summary to Giardini Margherita
- Viale Giovanni Gozzadini, Bologna, Metropolitan City of Bologna, 40136, IT
- +39051203040
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit the Serre dei Giardini Margherita for co-working, cultural events, and dining experiences.
- Explore the park's historical elements, including Etruscan tombs and the monument to Vittorio Emanuele II.
- Enjoy recreational activities such as walking, running, cycling, or relaxing by the central lake.
- Check out the Chalet café for coffee or evening entertainment by the lake.
Getting There
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Walking
From Porta Santo Stefano, a historic gate in Bologna's old city walls, Giardini Margherita is immediately accessible. Simply walk through the gate, and you'll find yourself at the park's entrance. The park is a short, pleasant walk from the city center, approximately 15 minutes from Piazza Santo Stefano.
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Public Transport
Several bus lines stop near Giardini Margherita. From Bologna Centrale Station, take bus line 33 to the Porta Santo Stefano stop, which is right at the park entrance. Other bus lines that stop nearby include 11, 14, 16, 30, 38, and 39. A single bus ticket costs €2.30.
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Taxi
A taxi ride from Bologna Centrale Station to Giardini Margherita typically takes around 8 minutes and costs between €10 and €13. Taxis are readily available at the train station and throughout the city.
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