Bologna: Echoes of the past in the Renzo Savini House Museum

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

A journey through Renzo Savini’s home reveals a hidden universe of rare handcrafted objects and natural curiosities, arranged not for display but as part of a deeply personal and poetic vision. Each room invites exploration, echoing the spirit of Renaissance Wunderkammer, where the boundaries between art, science, and nature dissolve. The space is not a museum but a living archive, where fossils sit beside antique tools, taxidermy creatures mingle with sculptures, and every object holds a story. The atmosphere is intimate and mysterious, offering visitors the rare feeling of stepping into the inner world of a collector who collected not to show, but to preserve beauty, strangeness, and wonder.

What's Included

Entry ticket to the Renzo Savini House Museum
Guided tour in Italian or audio guided tour in English, Sapnish, French
Aperitif (sparkling wine, spritz, fruit juices, savory snacks, or a traditional Bolognese dessert)
Transfer from/to the hotel

Meeting and pickup

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Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
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    Casa Museo Renzo Savini, near Bologna’s Two Towers and surrounded by greenery, is a large Wunderkammer housing a diverse collection from prehistoric times to the 20th century, featuring a wide range of objects and artworks. Recognized by the Emilia Romagna Region as one of the “Houses and Studios of Illustrious People,” it is part of the National Association of Memory Houses and ICOM Italy, highlighting its cultural and historical significance. Renzo Savini, a celebrated Italian writer deeply connected to Bologna, is known for vivid stories blending humor, nostalgia, and sharp social insight. The exclusive tour is guided in Italian by his daughter Benedetta or via multilingual audio guides. At the end, guests enjoy a refined aperitif with sparkling wine, spritz, juices, snacks, and traditional Bolognese desserts, served in elegant crystal glasses.

    Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Arcadia Tour Operator e DMC

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Museum Tickets & Passes
Historical Tours
Attractions & Museums
Museums
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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