Basilica di San Petronio: A Masterpiece of Bologna

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, take the A14 motorway towards Bologna. Exit at Bologna Casalecchio and merge onto the A1 towards Bologna. Follow the signs for Bologna Centro. Once you arrive in Bologna, find parking near the city center. The closest parking facilities are Parcheggio Piazza 8 Agosto and Parcheggio Centrale. From there, it’s a short walk to Piazza Maggiore where the Basilica di San Petronio is located.

• Train

  If you prefer taking public transportation, you can take a train from various locations in Romagna to Bologna Centrale station. The train journey typically takes around 1 to 2 hours depending on your starting point. Upon arrival at Bologna Centrale, exit the station and head to the bus stop located outside the station. Take bus number 21 or 30 towards the city center. Disembark at the 'Piazza Maggiore' stop, and you will be just steps away from the Basilica di San Petronio.

• Bus

  You can also use regional buses to reach Bologna. Check the local bus schedules for routes that connect your current location in Romagna to Bologna. Upon arriving at Bologna's central bus station, follow the signs toward the city center. It’s a short walk to Piazza Maggiore where the Basilica di San Petronio is located. Make sure to check the bus fare, which varies by distance but typically ranges from €3 to €10.

• Walking

  Once you arrive at Piazza Maggiore, the Basilica di San Petronio is the prominent structure facing the square. If you’ve parked further away or arrived via public transport, simply follow the signs to Piazza Maggiore. The basilica is open for visitors, so plan your visit according to the hours of operation: it is open from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM and 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM on most days.