About Bologna
Bologna is Italy's food capital—tortellini, mortadella, and aged balsamic flow from every restaurant. The medieval old town hides beneath porticoed arcades that shelter you from rain and sun. This city prioritizes pleasure over monuments.
Country
Italy
Best months to visit
Year-round
Currency
EUR
Language
Italian (Bolognese dialect)
Things to do in Bologna
Taste tortellini and mortadella at market-oriented restaurants
Browse the historic produce market (Mercato delle Erbe)
Walk the porticoed streets sheltered from weather
Visit the Pinacoteca Nazionale art museum
Climb the Asinelli tower for city views
Day trip to nearby Modena (balsamic production) or Parma (cheese)
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