Bologna in one day: Art, History and Gastronomy

Bologna, IT
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Highlights

  • "Discover the secrets and masterpieces of Piazza Maggiore"
  • "Explore the unique complex of Piazza Santo Stefano"
  • "Marvel at the beautiful Baroque church with Renaissance terracotta masterpiece"
  • "Immerse yourself in the ancient Renaissance and Baroque palace of Archiginnasio di Bologna"
  • "Visit one of Italy's most important museums of painting and ancient art"

Meeting Point

Reach Piazza Maggiore, the central square of Bologna, The meeting point is right next to the Neptune fountain.

Meeting point

Piazza Maggiore, 1, 40124 Bologna BO , Italy

End point

End Point

Reach Piazza Maggiore, the central square of Bologna, The meeting point is right next to the Neptune fountain.

Meeting point

Piazza Maggiore, 1, 40124 Bologna BO , Italy

End point

What to expect

1

Piazza Maggiore

We will discover the secrets and the great masterpieces of the square, such as the terracotta works of Nicolo' dell'Arca, the Fountain of Neptune, Palazzo Comunale and San Petronio. We will visit some splendid frescoed rooms of the Palazzo Comunale, the grand staircase of Bramane's horses and other small jewels of the sumptuous building.

Duration 45 minutes
Admission Admission Included
2

Piazza Santo Stefano

Large and unique complex of early medieval buildings, medieval and Romanesque interiors, Gothic palaces, specialized art museum, frescoes, medieval porticoes and spiral staircases, terrace with a view of the towers and Bologna from "high".

Duration 30 minutes
Admission Admission Included
3

Chiesa di Santa Maria della Vita

Baroque church with the splendid Lamentation of Nicolò dell'Arca, a Renaissance terracotta masterpiece.

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Included
4

Archiginnasio Di Bologna

Ancient Renaissance and Baroque palace of the University of Bologna, with splendid frescoes, books, historical library and wooden anatomical theatre.

Duration 35 minutes
Admission Admission Included
5

Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna

Visit one of the most important museums of painting and ancient art in Italy, from Giotto to Raphael, from Titian to Guido Reni, from Ercole de Roberti to Carracci and Guercino, from Vitasle da Bologna to Parmigianino.

Duration 45 minutes
Admission Admission Included
6

Quadrilatero

Places of history, art and gastronomy in the ancient market of Mezzo do Bologna, among historic stalls, taverns and traditional shops, a real medieval Emilian souk.

Duration 60 minutes
7

Chiesa di San Giacomo Maggiore

Great art gallery church, with the famous Bentivoglio Chapel, a masterpiece of the Emilian Renaissance, Oratory of Santa Cecilia with frescoes and musical venues.

Duration 40 minutes
8

Canale delle Moline

Towers, arcades, medieval houses, palaces, extravagant architecture, hidden canals, noble staircases, frescoed halls, oratories, places of the oldest university in Europe

Duration 45 minutes
9

Basilica di San Domenico

Basilica treasure trove of art and architecture, from the Ark of Nicola Pisano, Nicolò and Michelangelo, to the alchemical wooden choir, from Mozart's favorite organ to the Renaissance cloister.

Duration 40 minutes
10

Basilica - Santuario di Santo Stefano

Visit to a medieval and early medieval complex of inestimable value, built in the image and likeness of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem.

Duration 40 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

  • Additional information
    Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Additional information
    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Riccardo Bacchi

What our experts say

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    Try the tortellini at a local tavern.
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    Visit the historic Quadrilatero market.
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    Don’t miss the view from Santo Stefano.
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    Sample balsamic vinegar at the market.
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    Plan a lunch stop at Trattoria da Gianni.

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