2-day itinerary
The Perfect 2 Days in Bologna
A balanced 2-day plan for Bologna, built around its top-rated sights so each day flows without backtracking — plus a bite to eat along the way. Like it? Make it your own in a couple of taps.
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Morning
Basilica di Santo Stefano
A stunning cluster of seven medieval churches transports you back to Jerusalem in the heart of Bologna.
Afternoon
Santa Maria dei Servi
A serene medieval basilica sheltering precious artworks and a tranquil porticoed street in Bologna's heart.
Evening
Santa Maria della Vita
Marvel at stunning Baroque architecture and sacred art in the heart of historic Bologna.
Where to eat: A Balùs — Italian — a well-loved local spot.
Day 2 — Culture & Icons
Morning
Basilica di San Petronio
One of the world's largest Gothic churches dominates Bologna's lively Piazza Maggiore with breathtaking medieval grandeur.
Afternoon
Biblioteca Salaborsa
A stunning public library in Bologna's heart, offering books, DVDs, and free WiFi in a grand historic space.
Evening
Cattedrale di San Pietro
Bologna's ancient Roman Catholic cathedral stands as a spiritual and architectural centerpiece of the city's historic core.
Where to eat: Ahimè — Italian — a well-loved local spot.
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