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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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Day 1The Big Highlights

  1. Morning

    Basilica di Santo Stefano

    A stunning cluster of seven medieval churches transports you back to Jerusalem in the heart of Bologna.

  2. Afternoon

    Santa Maria dei Servi

    A serene medieval basilica sheltering precious artworks and a tranquil porticoed street in Bologna's heart.

  3. Evening

    Santa Maria della Vita

    Marvel at stunning Baroque architecture and sacred art in the heart of historic Bologna.

Where to eat: A BalùsItalian — a well-loved local spot.

Day 2Culture & Icons

  1. Morning

    Basilica di San Petronio

    One of the world's largest Gothic churches dominates Bologna's lively Piazza Maggiore with breathtaking medieval grandeur.

  2. Afternoon

    Biblioteca Salaborsa

    A stunning public library in Bologna's heart, offering books, DVDs, and free WiFi in a grand historic space.

  3. 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: AhimèItalian — a well-loved local spot.

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Built from Bologna's top-rated attractions. Opening hours, prices, and whether a spot still delivers can change — double-check anything time-sensitive before you go.