Overview
During this walk we will take you to disvover the history and the birth thousand-year-old history of the Studium, founded during XXI century and its rise. You will see some beautiful heritage such as the monumental tombs of Glossatori and some places related to Alma Mater Studiorum namely Bologna Universisty.
You will also see Guglielmo Marconi's birthplace (Marconi was awarded with a Nobel Prize and was the father of the radio communication), the Archiginnasio Building hosting the world biggest collection of coat of arms, Galvani Square with the monument dedicated to the scientist, Palazzo della Mercanzia, Palazzo Poggi to end up in Verdi Square.
An unmissable walk to discover some of the most significant aspects of Bologna so called "La Dotta" The DOC
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Walking tour led by a certified guide
Whatever not specified in section "What's included"
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meet the guide at the corner between Piazza Malpighi and Via Porta Nuova, close to the city gate. Guide will hold a call sign "crusoe"
What to expect
-
Palazzo Orlandini (Casa natale Guglielmo Marconi)
You will visit the exteriors of Nobel Prize Guglielmo Marconi, father of the modern radio transmission
-
Archiginnasio Di Bologna
You will have the chance to visit, Archiginnasio Palace hosting the biggest collection of coat of arms
-
Monumento a Luigi Galvani
Admire the monument dedicated to scientist Luigi Galvani
-
Palazzo della Mercanzia
See Mercanzia Building
-
Museo di Palazzo Poggi
Get to admire the exteriors of Poggi Palace on Zamboni Street
-
Piazza Verdi
Arrival of the walk
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about Walking Tour of Bologna the Doc
Can I cancel Walking Tour of Bologna the Doc for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Meet the guide at the corner between Piazza Malpighi and Via Porta Nuova, close to the city gate. Guide will hold a call sign "crusoe"
What's included?
- Walking tour led by a certified guide
What's not included?
- Whatever not specified in section "What's included"
Which places does it visit?
It visits Palazzo Orlandini (Casa natale Guglielmo Marconi), Archiginnasio Di Bologna, Monumento a Luigi Galvani, Palazzo della Mercanzia, Museo di Palazzo Poggi, Piazza Verdi.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by crusoe.travel
