Bologna: Historical Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide
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.
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Bologna: Historical Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide
What's included in Bologna: Historical Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide
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Fontana del NettunoPass-by Only
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
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
Step inside the awe-inspiring Basilica of San Petronio, one of the largest churches in the world, where Gothic grandeur meets Renaissance splendor. Admire its striking architecture, magnificent artwork, and the mesmerizing Meridian Line, a testament to Bologna's scientific heritage.
Inclusions
- Interior visit of San Petronio Basilica
- Expert local guide
- Interior visit of Santo Stefano
- Small groups of max 8 people
- 2.5-hours guided tour
- Please make your own way to the meeting point
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers 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/gratuities (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.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- We will meet in front of the Statue of Neptune, near Bar Vittorio Emanuele. The tour guide will have a signboard that says, “Walks In Europe”.
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Ticket Redemption
Your guide will have the necessary pre-reserved tickets with them.
