Bologna's Porticoes Private Walking Tour
Duration: 2.5 hours (approx.)
Departs from: Bologna, Italy
Product code: 2734BLQPORTICO
All visitors to Bologna will notice that almost every street is lined with porticoes. Porticoes are the arteries of the city, under which an endless stream of humans hurry along their way day and night.
The porticoes were originally the city's solution to an acute housing shortage during the medieval ages (most of the porticoes have rooms built above them for renting out) but over the years, they have also completely altered the face and character of the city.
In the oldest part you can see Medieval wooden porticoes or marvelous arches from the Cinquecento or Seicento. Built from 1200 to 1900, all the styles and decorations of Bologna's signature architectural feature, from Romanesque to Liberty.
Schedule Details
Bologna's Porticoes Private Walking Tour
Departure Dates:
Daily
Unavailable Dates:
- January 01 (New Years Day)
- March 23 - 24 (Easter)
- April 25 (Liberation Day)
- May 01 (Labour Day)
- June 02 (Anniversary of the Republic)
- August 15 (Ferragosto)
- November 01 (All Saint's Day)
- December 25 - 26 (Christmas)
- December 31 (New Years Eve)
Departure Point:
Tour departs from Piazza Maggiore, near the fountain of NeptuneDeparture Time:
- At your leisure, please advise preferred departure at time of booking
Return details:
Tour returns to original point of departureHotel Pickup:
- Hotel pick up not available
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Additional Information
Bologna's Porticoes Private Walking Tour
Inclusions:
- Walking tour
- English speaking guide
Exclusions:
- Optional gratuities
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Food and drink, unless otherwise stated
Additional Info:
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
- A minimum of 2 people are required to operate this tour
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