Bologna, Italy

7 Best Things to Do in Bologna

What actually deserves your hours in Bologna, ranked by the travelers who went.

Ranked by traveler review volume across 23 places we track in Bologna. Updated monthly.

  1. Museo per la Memoria di Ustica

    Museum

    The Museo per la Memoria di Ustica is a deeply moving memorial museum located in a deconsecrated church in Bologna.

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  2. Chiesa di San Giacomo Maggiore

    Religious siteFree entry

    Chiesa di San Giacomo Maggiore is a tranquil religious site located in Piazza Rossini, near the heart of Bologna.

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  3. Chiesa di San Martino

    Religious siteFree entry

    Chiesa di San Martino is a charming religious site located on Via Guglielmo Oberdan in the heart of Bologna.

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  4. Caffe Rubik

    Sight

    Caffe Rubik is a charming café located on Via Marsala, just a short walk from Bologna's main train station and the historic center.

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  5. Museo Ebraico di Bologna

    Museum

    The Museo Ebraico di Bologna is located in the heart of the city's historic Jewish ghetto, a labyrinth of narrow streets and porticoes.

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  6. La Pasta Madre

    MarketFree entry

    La Pasta Madre is a market in Bologna, Italy, dedicated to the art of fresh pasta and traditional Emilia-Romagna cuisine.

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  7. Via Zamboni

    LandmarkFree entry

    Via Zamboni is the vibrant heart of Bologna's university district, stretching from Piazza di Porta Ravegnana to Piazza di Porta San Donato.

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