- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Major art museum with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
132
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Siena station to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Siena station to Bologna Centrale will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
It's difficult to get from Siena station to Bologna Centrale without transferring at least once.
Regionale 18278 · Regionale 18832 · Regionale 17822
Regionale 18236 · Regionale 18688 · Regionale TTPER 17856
Regionale 18214 · Regionale 18662 · Regionale 17820
Regionale 18234 · Regionale 18686 · Regionale 17844
Regionale 18228 · Regionale 18678 · Regionale 17838
Regionale Veloce 4010+
FRECCIAROSSA 9508
Regionale 18278+
FRECCIAROSSA 8506
Regionale 18228+
FRECCIAROSSA 9320
Regionale 18218+
FRECCIAROSSA 9308
Regionale 18236+
FRECCIAROSSA 9326Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Siena station to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Siena station to Bologna Centrale:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Siena station to Bologna Centrale costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 36m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $46 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $25 (€20). The journey takes 2h 36m versus 1h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Siena station to Bologna Centrale trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 19030 · Regionale 18254+ FRECCIAROSSA 9300 | 5:00 AM Siena station | 2h48 | 7:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19030 · Regionale 18254+ 9904 | 5:00 AM Siena station | 3h03 | 8:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19030 · Regionale 18254+ 8900 | 5:00 AM Siena station | 3h18 | 8:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19030 · Regionale 18254+ 9908 | 5:00 AM Siena station | 4h03 | 9:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18200+ 8900 | 5:43 AM Siena station | 2h35 | 8:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18200+ 8924 | 5:43 AM Siena station | 3h35 | 9:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18200+ 9908 | 5:43 AM Siena station | 3h20 | 9:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18194+ 8924 | 6:13 AM Siena station | 3h05 | 9:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18194+ 8954 | 6:13 AM Siena station | 3h30 | 9:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18194+ 9908 | 6:13 AM Siena station | 2h50 | 9:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4010 · Regionale 18462 · Regionale TTPER 17814 | 6:25 AM Siena station | 3h30 | 9:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4010+ Intercity 580 | 6:25 AM Siena station | 3h13 | 9:38 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4010+ 8954 | 6:25 AM Siena station | 3h18 | 9:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4010+ 8924 | 6:25 AM Siena station | 2h53 | 9:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4010+ FRECCIAROSSA 9508 | 6:25 AM Siena station | 2h08 | 8:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4010+ 9908 | 6:25 AM Siena station | 2h38 | 9:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18208 · Regionale 17816 | 6:36 AM Siena station | 3h49 | 10:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18208+ FRECCIAROSSA 9512 | 6:36 AM Siena station | 2h57 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18208+ 8904 | 6:36 AM Siena station | 3h42 | 10:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18208+ 9912 | 6:36 AM Siena station | 3h27 | 10:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18208+ 8954 | 6:36 AM Siena station | 3h07 | 9:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18212 · Regionale 18508 · Regionale 17818 | 7:02 AM Siena station | 3h53 | 10:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18212+ FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 7:02 AM Siena station | 2h56 | 9:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18212+ 9912 | 7:02 AM Siena station | 3h01 | 10:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18212+ 8904 | 7:02 AM Siena station | 3h16 | 10:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18212+ 8956 | 7:02 AM Siena station | 3h41 | 10:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19114 · Regionale Veloce 4016+ FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 7:33 AM Siena station | 3h00 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19114 · Regionale Veloce 4016+ 8906 | 7:33 AM Siena station | 3h45 | 11:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19114 · Regionale Veloce 4016+ 8956 | 7:33 AM Siena station | 3h10 | 10:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19114 · Regionale Veloce 4016+ 9916 | 7:33 AM Siena station | 3h30 | 11:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18214+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 8:18 AM Siena station | 2h40 | 10:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18214 · Regionale 18662 · Regionale 17820 | 8:18 AM Siena station | 3h37 | 11:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18214+ 8906 | 8:18 AM Siena station | 3h00 | 11:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18214+ 9916 | 8:18 AM Siena station | 2h45 | 11:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18214+ 9920 | 8:18 AM Siena station | 3h45 | 12:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18278 · Regionale 18832 · Regionale 17822 | 8:48 AM Siena station | 4h07 | 12:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18278+ FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 8:48 AM Siena station | 2h25 | 11:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18278+ 8906 | 8:48 AM Siena station | 2h30 | 11:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18278+ 9920 | 8:48 AM Siena station | 3h15 | 12:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18278+ 8908 | 8:48 AM Siena station | 3h30 | 12:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18218+ FRECCIAROSSA 9308 | 9:18 AM Siena station | 2h30 | 11:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18218+ 9920 | 9:18 AM Siena station | 2h45 | 12:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18218+ 8908 | 9:18 AM Siena station | 3h00 | 12:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18218+ 9924 | 9:18 AM Siena station | 3h45 | 1:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19032 · Regionale Veloce 4030+ 9928 | 10:41 AM Siena station | 3h22 | 2:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19032 · Regionale Veloce 4030+ 8914 | 10:41 AM Siena station | 3h37 | 2:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19032 · Regionale Veloce 4030+ FRECCIAROSSA 9514 | 10:41 AM Siena station | 2h52 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19032 · Regionale Veloce 4030+ 8960 | 10:41 AM Siena station | 4h02 | 2:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18220 · Regionale 18668 · Regionale 17828 | 11:18 AM Siena station | 3h37 | 2:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18220+ Intercity 588 | 11:18 AM Siena station | 3h29 | 2:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18220+ 9928 | 11:18 AM Siena station | 2h45 | 2:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18220+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 11:18 AM Siena station | 2h40 | 1:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18220+ 8914 | 11:18 AM Siena station | 3h00 | 2:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18220+ 8960 | 11:18 AM Siena station | 3h25 | 2:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19034 · Regionale Veloce 4032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 11:45 AM Siena station | 2h48 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19034 · Regionale Veloce 4032+ 8960 | 11:45 AM Siena station | 2h58 | 2:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19034 · Regionale Veloce 4032+ 8916 | 11:45 AM Siena station | 3h33 | 3:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19034 · Regionale Veloce 4032+ 9932 | 11:45 AM Siena station | 3h18 | 3:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18222 · Regionale 18672 · Regionale TTPER 17850 | 12:18 PM Siena station | 3h37 | 3:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18222+ 8916 | 12:18 PM Siena station | 3h00 | 3:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18222+ FRECCIAROSSA 9420 | 12:18 PM Siena station | 2h40 | 2:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18222+ 9932 | 12:18 PM Siena station | 2h45 | 3:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18222+ 8134 | 12:18 PM Siena station | 3h45 | 4:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19036 · Regionale Veloce 19498+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 12:41 PM Siena station | 2h52 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19036 · Regionale Veloce 19498+ 9940 | 12:41 PM Siena station | 4h22 | 5:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19036 · Regionale Veloce 19498+ 8918 | 12:41 PM Siena station | 4h37 | 5:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19036 · Regionale Veloce 19498+ 8134 | 12:41 PM Siena station | 3h22 | 4:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18224 · Regionale 18674 · Regionale 17834 | 1:18 PM Siena station | 3h37 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18224+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 1:18 PM Siena station | 2h40 | 3:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18224+ 9940 | 1:18 PM Siena station | 3h45 | 5:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18224+ 8918 | 1:18 PM Siena station | 4h00 | 5:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18224+ 8134 | 1:18 PM Siena station | 2h45 | 4:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19038 · Regionale Veloce 4038+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 1:41 PM Siena station | 2h52 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19038 · Regionale Veloce 4038+ 9940 | 1:41 PM Siena station | 3h22 | 5:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19038 · Regionale Veloce 4038+ 8918 | 1:41 PM Siena station | 3h37 | 5:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19038 · Regionale Veloce 4038+ 9946 | 1:41 PM Siena station | 4h22 | 6:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18226 · Regionale 18676 · Regionale 17836 | 2:18 PM Siena station | 3h37 | 5:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18226 · Regionale 18188+ Intercity 590 | 2:18 PM Siena station | 3h46 | 6:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18226+ 9940 | 2:18 PM Siena station | 2h45 | 5:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18226+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 2:18 PM Siena station | 2h40 | 4:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18226+ 8918 | 2:18 PM Siena station | 3h00 | 5:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18226+ 9946 | 2:18 PM Siena station | 3h45 | 6:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19040 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 2:41 PM Siena station | 2h52 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19040 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ 8928 | 2:41 PM Siena station | 3h37 | 6:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19040 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ 9948 | 2:41 PM Siena station | 4h22 | 7:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19040 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ 9946 | 2:41 PM Siena station | 3h22 | 6:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18228 · Regionale 18678 · Regionale 17838 | 3:18 PM Siena station | 3h37 | 6:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18228+ FRECCIAROSSA 9320 | 3:18 PM Siena station | 2h30 | 5:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18228+ 9948 | 3:18 PM Siena station | 3h45 | 7:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18228+ 8928 | 3:18 PM Siena station | 3h00 | 6:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18228+ 9946 | 3:18 PM Siena station | 2h45 | 6:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19042 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 3:41 PM Siena station | 2h52 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19042 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ 9948 | 3:41 PM Siena station | 3h22 | 7:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19042 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ 8920 | 3:41 PM Siena station | 3h37 | 7:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19042 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ 9958 | 3:41 PM Siena station | 4h22 | 8:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18232+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 4:18 PM Siena station | 2h40 | 6:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18232 · Regionale 18680 · Regionale 17842 | 4:18 PM Siena station | 4h07 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18232+ Intercity 592 | 4:18 PM Siena station | 3h38 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18232+ 9948 | 4:18 PM Siena station | 2h45 | 7:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18232+ 8920 | 4:18 PM Siena station | 3h00 | 7:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18232+ 9958 | 4:18 PM Siena station | 3h45 | 8:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19044 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 4:41 PM Siena station | 2h52 | 7:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19044 · Regionale 18312+ Intercity 592 | 4:41 PM Siena station | 3h15 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19044 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ 8966 | 4:41 PM Siena station | 4h02 | 8:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19044 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ 8922 | 4:41 PM Siena station | 3h37 | 8:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19044 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ 9958 | 4:41 PM Siena station | 3h22 | 8:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18234 · Regionale 18686 · Regionale 17844 | 5:18 PM Siena station | 4h02 | 9:20 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18234 · Regionale 18686+ Intercity 596 | 5:18 PM Siena station | 3h24 | 8:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18234+ 9958 | 5:18 PM Siena station | 2h45 | 8:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18234+ FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 5:18 PM Siena station | 2h40 | 7:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18234+ 8966 | 5:18 PM Siena station | 3h25 | 8:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18234+ 8922 | 5:18 PM Siena station | 3h00 | 8:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19046 · Regionale Veloce 4052+ 8968 | 5:41 PM Siena station | 4h02 | 9:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19046 · Regionale Veloce 4052+ FRECCIAROSSA 9556 | 5:41 PM Siena station | 2h52 | 8:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19046 · Regionale Veloce 4052+ 9954 | 5:41 PM Siena station | 3h22 | 9:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19046 · Regionale Veloce 4052+ 8966 | 5:41 PM Siena station | 3h02 | 8:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18236 · Regionale 18688 · Regionale TTPER 17856 | 6:18 PM Siena station | 4h07 | 10:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18236+ 9954 | 6:18 PM Siena station | 2h45 | 9:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18236+ FRECCIAROSSA 9326 | 6:18 PM Siena station | 2h30 | 8:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18236+ 8158 | 6:18 PM Siena station | 3h45 | 10:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18236+ 8968 | 6:18 PM Siena station | 3h25 | 9:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18852 · Regionale Veloce 4058+ FRECCIAROSSA 9560 | 6:42 PM Siena station | 2h51 | 9:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18852 · Regionale Veloce 4058+ 9962 | 6:42 PM Siena station | 4h21 | 11:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18852 · Regionale Veloce 4058+ 8158 | 6:42 PM Siena station | 3h21 | 10:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18852 · Regionale Veloce 4058+ 8968 | 6:42 PM Siena station | 3h01 | 9:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18238+ 8158 | 7:18 PM Siena station | 2h45 | 10:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18238+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 7:18 PM Siena station | 2h40 | 9:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18238+ 9962 | 7:18 PM Siena station | 3h45 | 11:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19130 · Regionale Veloce 4060+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 7:41 PM Siena station | 2h54 | 10:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19130 · Regionale Veloce 4060+ 9962 | 7:41 PM Siena station | 3h22 | 11:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18242 · Regionale 17852 | 8:18 PM Siena station | 3h32 | 11:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18242+ 9962 | 8:18 PM Siena station | 2h45 | 11:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Siena station to Bologna Centrale run on average 37 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 16:18. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 37 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 4:18 PM |
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Major art museum with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Important archaeological museum with Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a historic central building.
Bologna’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, known for rotating exhibitions and the Morandi collection.
Bologna’s main square and social heart, surrounded by major historic buildings and a top starting point for exploring.
The city’s celebrated portico walk leading toward San Luca, especially popular for scenic walks and photos.
Beautiful square in front of the Santo Stefano complex, loved for its elegant and photogenic atmosphere.
Fresh egg tagliatelle served with Bologna’s classic slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s signature dishes and a cornerstone of local Sunday cooking.
Small hand-folded pasta filled with pork, prosciutto, and Parmigiano Reggiano, traditionally served in rich capon or beef broth. It is especially linked to festive meals in Bologna.
Bolognese-style lasagna made with green spinach pasta sheets, ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano. It is a classic celebratory baked pasta from the city.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant celebrated for seasonal ingredients, handmade pasta, and authentic regional dishes. Intimate setting with a strong reputation among food lovers.
Charming long-running restaurant set in a distinctive historic space, serving Bolognese and Italian classics with polished hospitality. Good for a relaxed but memorable dinner.
Historic trattoria known for classic Bolognese cooking such as tortellini, tagliatelle al ragù, and lasagne. Warm, traditional atmosphere and a longstanding local reputation.
Moderate for Italy: cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or modest. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxis slightly.
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