Welcome to Bologna, Italy’s food capital and a city rich in history, culture, and unforgettable culinary experiences. Known as “La Grassa” (The Fat One) for its world-famous cuisine, Bologna is home to fresh pasta, mortadella, and traditional ragu. Explore its historic landmarks, vibrant markets, and hidden gems. Whether you’re planning a food tour, looking for travel tips, or discovering the best restaurants in Bologna, this category covers everything you need to experience the authentic charm of this Italian city. Do not forget to check our best seller the foodies delight tour, a Bologna food tour visiting all the best sites in one day.
Palazzo Bentivoglio on Via del Borgo di San Pietro is one of Bologna’s most significant historic palaces and, since 2019, one of its most active contemporary art venues. The cellars — 16th-century vaulted spaces below the palazzo — have been converted into exhibition galleries that host shows drawing on the building’s own collection of ancient […]
Giorgio Morandi and Luigi Ghirri at Palazzo Bentivoglio, Bologna Read Post »
There are around 62 kilometres of covered walkways in Bologna. In the historic centre alone, the figure is closer to 40. They run along almost every significant street, connecting piazzas, markets, university buildings, churches, and residential blocks without a gap. When it rains in Bologna — and it rains — the city keeps moving. You
The Porticoes of Bologna: 62 Kilometres, 900 Years, One UNESCO Inscription Read Post »
Bologna is Guglielmo Marconi’s birthplace, and the city takes that seriously. Marconi was born on April 25, 1874 at Villa Griffone in Pontecchio, a village 12 km south of Bologna in the Apennine foothills, and it was there — in the attic of the same villa — that he conducted his first wireless telegraphy experiments
Guglielmo Marconi and Bologna: The Inventor’s Birthplace and Museum Read Post »
The Archiginnasio is the large building on Piazza Galvani, just off Piazza Maggiore in the centre of Bologna. Built between 1562 and 1563 on the orders of Cardinal Carlo Borromeo and designed by the architect Antonio Morandi — known as Terribilia — it served as the main seat of the University of Bologna until 1803.
Exploring the Archiginnasio of Bologna: A Journey Through History and Culture Read Post »
Emilia-Romagna is home to the most concentrated stretch of supercar manufacturers in the world. Within an hour of Bologna you will find Ferrari in Maranello, Lamborghini in Sant’Agata Bolognese, Pagani in San Cesario sul Panaro, and Ducati in Borgo Panigale. Of these, Lamborghini has two dedicated museums — each telling a different side of the
The Two Lamborghini Museums of Bologna: Which One Should You Visit? Read Post »
As the new year dawns, the historic city of Bologna, nestled in the heart of Italy, transforms into a winter wonderland, brimming with cultural festivities and artistic splendor. January in Bologna is a time of crisp, cold air and quiet streets, offering an authentic Italian experience, away from the bustling tourist crowds. This enchanting period
Discover the Charms of Bologna in January: A Winter Wonderland of Culture and Art Read Post »