Two days Bologna: the perfect itinerary
Want to discover Italy of the beaten path? Want to discover a town that is young and hip? Or do you want a central location to discover the rest of Italy? Then Bologna is your stop. La Grassa (the fat one because they like food), La Dota (the doctor honor to the university) and La Rossa (the red one, colors of the streets and pillars), all names for Bologna. Some more fun facts. Famous for its tortellini, signature pasta. They have the oldest university in the world. Another fun fact, there are 666 archways in Bologna. What I am trying to say, there is plenty to see and do in Bologna. Here is your itinerary for two days.
Day 1 – Discover this university town, stroll around the markets and visit some of the oldest parts of town
We stayed at this lovely bed and breakfast, Torte & Lini. This place is runed by mother and son. The mom does not speak any English, but that did not matter. An old sweet lady who was ready to make you breakfast at any time. In case you prefer to enjoy your breakfast elsewhere this lovely backery Forno Brisa is worth a stop.
So what to do on your first day? In case you love a good tour you can book your tour with Giulia or just make your way to the free tour. This will take a half day. In case you do not have a lot of time do not forget to make your way back to the university and stroll around the students. In the afternoon you can make your way up to the Asinelli tower. One of the city’s main symbol, the tallest leaning medieval tower in the world with its 97,2 meters. It was built between 1109 and 1119. You have very cool views, but you have to conquer 498 steps. Unless you are afraid of heights or in case you have week knees you better watch it from the ground level.
In case you still have some time left make your way to Bolognina. This is the young, hot, hip and happening part of the town. After strolling around in this part of the town, go back to the city centre and start your evening at Le Stanze. This will be an unique experience, drinking cocktails in a church.
Day 2 -Make your way outside of town to Basilica da Santa Luca
If you have the time, start early. Have breakfast at a local bakery and stroll around one of the many markets they have. Then visit the Il Theatro Atanomico. We were not really impressed about the wooden theatre, however we loved the architecture and the whole building by its own.
In case you have plenty of time, make your way up to the Basilica da Santa Luca. This one is just simply amazing. It is quite a walk, so in case you prefer to go by car, this is possible. There is also a local train running. From the outside of the Basilica you have an amazing view on the mountain range around Bologna. We climbed all the way up to the dome, to have an ever better view. There is a small fee to pay, but worth it.
In case you did not had enough time to do everything from day one, you can add it to day two! What will be your next stop? Are you going to the foodies town of Modena? Or sightseeing Milan? Both worth your time!
Two days Bologna: the perfect itinerary
Want to discover Italy of the beaten path? Want to discover a town that is young and hip? Or do you want a central location to discover the rest of Italy? Then Bologna is your stop. La Grassa (the fat one because they like food), La Dota (the doctor honor to the university) and La Rossa (the red one, colors of the streets and pillars), all names for Bologna. Some more fun facts. Famous for its tortellini, signature pasta. They have the oldest university in the world. Another fun fact, there are 666 archways in Bologna. What I am trying to say, there is plenty to see and do in Bologna. Here is your itinerary for two days.
Day 1 – Discover this university town, stroll around the markets and visit some of the oldest parts of town
We stayed at this lovely bed and breakfast, Torte & Lini. This place is runed by mother and son. The mom does not speak any English, but that did not matter. An old sweet lady who was ready to make you breakfast at any time. In case you prefer to enjoy your breakfast elsewhere this lovely backery Forno Brisa is worth a stop.
So what to do on your first day? In case you love a good tour you can book your tour with Giulia or just make your way to the free tour. This will take a half day. In case you do not have a lot of time do not forget to make your way back to the university and stroll around the students. In the afternoon you can make your way up to the Asinelli tower. One of the city’s main symbol, the tallest leaning medieval tower in the world with its 97,2 meters. It was built between 1109 and 1119. You have very cool views, but you have to conquer 498 steps. Unless you are afraid of heights or in case you have week knees you better watch it from the ground level.
In case you still have some time left make your way to Bolognina. This is the young, hot, hip and happening part of the town. After strolling around in this part of the town, go back to the city centre and start your evening at Le Stanze. This will be an unique experience, drinking cocktails in a church.
Day 2 -Make your way outside of town to Basilica da Santa Luca
If you have the time, start early. Have breakfast at a local bakery and stroll around one of the many markets they have. Then visit the Il Theatro Atanomico. We were not really impressed about the wooden theatre, however we loved the architecture and the whole building by its own.
In case you have plenty of time, make your way up to the Basilica da Santa Luca. This one is just simply amazing. It is quite a walk, so in case you prefer to go by car, this is possible. There is also a local train running. From the outside of the Basilica you have an amazing view on the mountain range around Bologna. We climbed all the way up to the dome, to have an ever better view. There is a small fee to pay, but worth it.
In case you did not had enough time to do everything from day one, you can add it to day two! What will be your next stop? Are you going to the foodies town of Modena? Or sightseeing Milan? Both worth your time!