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Discover the Magic of Bologna: A 4-Day Adventure

Jennifer Ruddy

Jennifer Ruddy

15 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 4-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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$42

Bologna Center Town

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Cattedrale Metropolitana di San Pietro
Catholic church restored in the 17th & 18th centuries, with a tall bell tower & frescoes.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 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
6 - 9 min

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Piazza Maggiore
City's main square lined with Medieval & Renaissance buildings, lines with cafes & street musicians.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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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.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Canton Dè Fiori
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$24
3 - 4 min

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La Torinese 1888
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 2
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$24

Bologna Center Town

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Basilica of San Giacomo Maggiore
Grand, 14th-century Catholic church with various architectural styles & Renaissance art.
8:00 AM - 9:00 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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Basilica di San Petronio
Vast Gothic basilica with an unfinished brick & marble facade, housing 22 art-filled side chapels.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Basilica di San Francesco
French Gothic basilica completed in 1263, featuring soaring vaulted ceilings & ogival arches.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Babilonia Kebab
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
4 - 5 min

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O Fiore Mio
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 3
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$70

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$ 7

Bologna Center Town

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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

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Museo Ducati
Sleek museum housing prestige motorcycles, equipment & racing memorabilia, with guided tours.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$19
9 - 14 min

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Bar Tiffany
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$23
10 - 12 min

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Trattoria Paradisino
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 4
+

$51

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$ 5

Bologna Center Town

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 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.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Vito San Luca
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
12 - 15 min

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Pizzeria Al Buco
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$27

Budget breakdown: $198 In total

Activities & Food:$187
Transport:$12