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Bologna Unveiled: 8 Days of Art, History, and Culinary Delights

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kobra7179

19 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through Bologna's rich heritage, captivating art, and mouthwatering cuisine. Discover hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and indulge in the city's famous pizza. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Italy!

Trip to Bologna

Day 1Piazza Maggiore and the Secrets of Bologna
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$0

Piazza Maggiore
City's main square lined with Medieval & Renaissance buildings, lines with cafes & street musicians.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Fontana del Nettuno
Spurting mermaids surrounding a vast 16th-century fountain topped with the bronze figure of Neptune.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Cattedrale Metropolitana di San Pietro
Catholic church restored in the 17th & 18th centuries, with a tall bell tower & frescoes.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 2Modern Art and Ancient Wonders
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$13

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$ 2

MAST
Art gallery with exhibitions & talks exploring the interface between photography & technology.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
14 - 17 min

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Basilica di San Francesco
French Gothic basilica completed in 1263, featuring soaring vaulted ceilings & ogival arches.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 3Revving up with Museo Ducati and Anatomical Marvels
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$25

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$ 2

Museo Ducati
Sleek museum housing prestige motorcycles, equipment & racing memorabilia, with guided tours.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$19
20 - 24 min

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Teatro Anatomico
16th-century hall used for anatomy lectures & dissections, with intricate wood sculptures.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$6
Day 4Ascending to Serenity at Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca
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Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca
Hilltop, baroque-style Roman Catholic sanctuary church, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, with a cupola.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 5Palazzo Albergati and the Serene Basilica
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$ 2

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
10 - 12 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.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 6Strolling Through Giardini Margherita and San Petronio
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$ 2

Giardini Margherita
Popular public park with lots of trees, a lake & lawns, plus a jogging path & play areas for kids.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Basilica di San Petronio
Vast Gothic basilica with an unfinished brick & marble facade, housing 22 art-filled side chapels.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 7Escape to Nature at Parco della Montagnola
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Parco della Montagnola
Scenic 19th-century park with an ornate staircase & the remains of a 14th-century castle.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Day 8Contemporary Art, Towering Views, and Majestic Basilica
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$13

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$ 2

MAMbo - Museo d'Arte Moderna di Bologna
Art museum with permanent collection from 1945 to the present, plus temporary contemporary shows.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
8 - 10 min

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Two Towers
Landmark symbols of the city built by noble families in the 12th century, offering city views.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Basilica of San Giacomo Maggiore
Grand, 14th-century Catholic church with various architectural styles & Renaissance art.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $59 In total

Activities & Food:$50
Transport:$9