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Bologna: Historical Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide
Bologna Historical Guided Tour with Tickets
Bologna Historical Guided Tour with Tickets
Bologna Historical Guided Tour with Tickets
Bologna Historical Guided Tour with Tickets

Bologna: Historical Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide

By Walks In Europe
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is S$73 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
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Overview

Join a small-group tour to explore the rich history and cultural treasures of Bologna.
Visit the Basilica of San Petronio and admire its chapels, sculptures, and frescoes.
Learn about medieval architecture including the iconic Two Towers from outside.
Stroll through Bologna's charming streets and admire its network of porticoes.
Uncover the city's picturesque squares and beautiful buildings on a guided tour.
Visit the Inner Courtyard of Archiginnasio, showcasing Bologna’s rich academic heritage.

Activity location

  • Piazza Maggiore
    • Piazza Maggiore
    • 40121, Bologna, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Piazza del Nettuno
    • Piazza del Nettuno
    • 40124, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

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Bologna: Historical Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
S$72.82 x 1 AdultS$72.82
Total
Price is S$72.82

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedInterior visit of San Petronio Basilica
  • What's includedWhat's includedExpert local guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedInterior visit of Santo Stefano
  • What's includedWhat's includedSmall groups of max 8 people
  • What's includedWhat's included2.5-hours guided tour
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPlease make your own way to the meeting point

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Clients must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. This is due to the timed entry of the tickets.
  • Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.
  • Sites visited during this tour are subject to occasional closures due to holy observances. In such cases, your guides will provide explanations from outside of the sites. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
  • Tips/service charge (for your guide) are always appreciated.
  • The tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
  • Large bags and backpacks are not allowed in the monument.
  • Prohibited items (such as sharp objects, glass bottles, and aerosols) confiscated at the entrance of the monument will not be returned to visitors.
  • Guests are kindly requested to dress respectfully when visiting sacred sites.
  • Please note that the Inner Courtyard of Archiginnasio is not available for visits on Sundays.

Activity itinerary

Fontana del Nettuno (Pass by)
Begin your adventure from the majestic Neptune’s Fountain, a masterpiece of Renaissance artistry that commands attention in the heart of Bologna. Marvel at the intricate details of this magnificent sculpture, depicting the Roman god of the sea, as you learn about its significance and symbolism.
Piazza Maggiore
  • 20m
Make your way to the bustling Piazza Maggiore, the vibrant heart of Bologna's social and cultural life. Surrounded by elegant palaces and historic buildings, including the imposing Basilica of San Petronio, this expansive square offers a glimpse into the city's illustrious past.
Basilica di San Petronio
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Step inside the awe-inspiring Basilica of San Petronio, one of the largest churches in the world, where Gothic grandeur meets Renaissance splendour. Admire its striking architecture, magnificent artwork, and the mesmerising Meridian Line, a testament to Bologna's scientific heritage.
Archiginnasio di Bologna
  • 20m
Next, visit the Archiginnasio of Bologna, once the main building of the University of Bologna, the oldest university in the Western world. Explore the inner Courtyard of Archiginnasio, decorated with coats of arms, and hear about the university's role in shaping the city’s history and culture.
Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell
  • 30m
Continue your exploration with the iconic Two Towers (Le due Torri) – Asinelli and Garisenda, symbols of Bologna's medieval heritage. These towers were once among many in Bologna, showcasing the wealth and status of noble families. Despite the loss of many towers over time, the Two Towers remain enduring symbols of the city's rich history.
Basilica Santuario Santo Stefano - Complesso delle Sette Chiese
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Conclude your journey at the Basilica of Santo Stefano (Seven Churches), a complex of interconnected chapels steeped in religious significance and architectural beauty. Explore its labyrinthine corridors and tranquil courtyards as you uncover the spiritual legacy of this ancient pilgrimage site.
Portici di Bologna
  • 20m
Stroll along the charming streets and encounter the iconic Porticoes, a defining feature of the city's skyline. These elegant arcades, stretching for kilometres, offer a glimpse into the cultural and architectural heritage of Bologna. The porticoes serve as covered walkways, offering protection from the elements and ideal spaces for merchant activities.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESPiazza Maggiore
    • Piazza Maggiore
    • 40121, Bologna, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPiazza del Nettuno
    • Piazza del Nettuno
    • 40124, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

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