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Self Guided Audio Walking Tour of Bologna

Bologna, Italy
2hDurationGerman, Portuguese, English, Zh-CN, Italian, French, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

This self-guided walking tour allows you to explore Bologna independently using your phone. The experience includes a clear map of 9 designated stops, straightforward directions via Google Maps, and short audio stories that play upon arrival at each site. The tour takes you through Bologna's historic center, highlighting significant locations such as Piazza Maggiore, Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio, the Two Towers, the Fountain of Neptune, and the Basilica di San Petronio. You can begin the tour at any time, take breaks as needed, and navigate without the constraints of a group or scheduled timings. The audio and text are available in 7 different languages.

Itinerary

1

Portici di Bologna

Marvel at the endless, varied arches of the Portici di Bologna, a UNESCO World Heritage site that defines the city's pedestrian life.

2

Portico del Pavaglione - World Heritage Site

Walk beneath the grand arches of the Portico del Pavaglione, an iconic and elegant stretch of UNESCO-listed covered walkway defining Piazza Galvani.

3

Piazza Maggiore

Stand in Piazza Maggiore, Bologna's vibrant heart, where grand Medieval and Renaissance buildings frame the city's lively social scene, bustling with cafes and street musicians.

4

Palazzo del Podesta

Marvel at the majestic Renaissance-style facade and impressive arcade of the 13th-century Palazzo del Podestà, a historic center of civic power.

5

Palazzo della Mercanzia

Admire the striking Gothic facade and elegant portico of Palazzo della Mercanzia, which once served as the bustling heart of Bologna's medieval trade and justice system.

6

Basilica di Santa Maria dei Servi

Marvel at the imposing Gothic exterior of Basilica di Santa Maria dei Servi, whose expansive portico wraps around a tranquil courtyard, offering timeless shelter along the busy thoroughfare.

What's included / not included

Audioguide about each point of interest along the tourSelf-guided tour on your smartphone, APP not needed!Available in: English, Deutsch, Italiano, Français, Español, Português, 中文
Access offline. Internet needed on your phoneA physical guide (the tour is accessible on your smartphone)

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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