Bologna in one day: Art, History and Gastronomy

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(25 reviews)
Bologna, Italy

7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

It is an extremely complete tour to discover the wonderful Bologna. A day of culture, art and gastronomy among the main attractions of the city. The program has been carefully studied in order to be able to combine the great potential of Bolognese gastronomy, and those of the rich architectural and artistic heritage, such as the splendid churches, palaces, the very ancient university, canals and towers, and finally a rich museum of ancient art, the National Art Gallery.

What's Included

Entrance to the Bolognini Chapel, San Petronio
Entrance to the National Art Gallery
Entrance ticket to the Lamentation of Santa Maria della Vita
Tasting of cured meats, Parmesan cheese, balsamic vinegar of Modena in the historic market
Entrance to the Archiginnasio and Anatomical Theater

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 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.

    45 minutes Admission ticket 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".

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

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

    20 minutes Admission ticket 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.

    35 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5

    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.

    45 minutes Admission ticket 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.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 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.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

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

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 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.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 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.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

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

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Wine Tastings
Full-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
Wine Tours
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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