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Discover the Charm of Bologna: A 2-Day Adventure

Valeria Bonetti

Valeria Bonetti

17 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 2-day journey through the enchanting city of Bologna. Explore historic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this Italian gem.

Trip to Bologna

Day 1
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$84

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$ 7

Parco Talon
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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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.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Neri Pasticceria Caffetteria
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$48
2 - 3 min

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Porta Saragozza
Remnants of the city wall, built in the 13th century & restored in the 1800s, plus a museum.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Porta San Felice, Bologna
Much-restored, 13th-century gate, once part of the city walls & now standing on a traffic junction.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Mercato delle Erbe
Lively indoor market with stalls supplying local produce, meats & cheeses, plus dining options.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Canton Dè Fiori
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
4 - 5 min

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Fontana del Nettuno
Spurting mermaids surrounding a vast 16th-century fountain topped with the bronze figure of Neptune.
8:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$48

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$ 7

Basilica di San Petronio
Vast Gothic basilica with an unfinished brick & marble facade, housing 22 art-filled side chapels.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 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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Piazza Santo Stefano
Open public area with historic palaces & cultural events leading to the Seven Churches complex.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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GardenBO
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$28
4 - 6 min

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Giardini Margherita
Popular public park with lots of trees, a lake & lawns, plus a jogging path & play areas for kids.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Parco dei Gessi Bolognesi e Calanchi dell'Abbadessa
Regional park spanning nearly 12,000 acres with a network of 200-plus caves, plateaus & cliffs.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Trattoria La Mura
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
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$20

Budget breakdown: $146 In total

Activities & Food:$132
Transport:$14