Bologna Piazza Maggiore
Bologna’s beating heart is Piazza Maggiore, in the city’s old center. A classic example of Renaissance town planning, it is one of the most graceful public squares in Italy.
The pedestrianised square is surrounded by the Basilica di San Petronio, the Palazzo Communale (city hall), palatial public buildings and Bologna’s trademark covered walkways ringed by arches.
Sit at an outdoor cafe to enjoy people watching in the sunshine during the day, and visit in the early evening to see the beautifully floodlit Fountain of Neptune, sculpted in 1566.
Practical Info
To get here from the station, take a stroll south down Via dell'Indipendenza.
Tours & Tickets
Private Tour: Classical Bologna Walking Tour
Explore Bologna's untouched medieval center in style on a private walking tour with your own English-speaking guide to lead the way. You'll enjoy personalized ... Read more
Location:
Bologna, Italy
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
Private Tour: Bologna Cycling Sightseeing Tour
This private cycling and sightseeing tour explores Bologna with the freedom of a bicycle. See some of the most important buildings in the city such as Palazzo ... Read more
Location:
Bologna, Italy
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
