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Discover the Rich Heritage of Bologna: A 4-Day Itinerary

Javier Serrano

Javier Serrano

12 Nov 2023

Embark on a journey through the cultural wonders of Bologna, Italy. Explore stunning basilicas, historic landmarks, and modern art museums in this 4-day itinerary designed for solo travelers.

Trip to Bologna

Day 1
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$0

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$ 4

Hotel Porta San Mamolo

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Basilica di Santa Maria dei Servi
Italian basilica & former church built in a unadorned yet imposing Gothic style in the 1300s.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Piazza Santo Stefano
Open public area with historic palaces & cultural events leading to the Seven Churches complex.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Cattedrale Metropolitana di San Pietro
Catholic church restored in the 17th & 18th centuries, with a tall bell tower & frescoes.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Fontana del Nettuno
Spurting mermaids surrounding a vast 16th-century fountain topped with the bronze figure of Neptune.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Piazza Maggiore
City's main square lined with Medieval & Renaissance buildings, lines with cafes & street musicians.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$0

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$ 7

Hotel Porta San Mamolo

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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Basilica di San Francesco
French Gothic basilica completed in 1263, featuring soaring vaulted ceilings & ogival arches.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Basilica di San Petronio
Vast Gothic basilica with an unfinished brick & marble facade, housing 22 art-filled side chapels.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Two Towers
Landmark symbols of the city built by noble families in the 12th century, offering city views.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Basilica of San Giacomo Maggiore
Grand, 14th-century Catholic church with various architectural styles & Renaissance art.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$50

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$ 10

Hotel Porta San Mamolo

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Palazzo Albergati
Renaissance-era palazzo, now home to changing displays of modern art, painting & pop culture.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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MAST
Art gallery with exhibitions & talks exploring the interface between photography & technology.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$25
11 - 14 min

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MAMbo - Museo d'Arte Moderna di Bologna
Art museum with permanent collection from 1945 to the present, plus temporary contemporary shows.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$25
Day 4
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$38

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$ 7

Hotel Porta San Mamolo

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Museo Ducati
Sleek museum housing prestige motorcycles, equipment & racing memorabilia, with guided tours.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38

Budget breakdown: $114 In total

Activities & Food:$88
Transport:$27