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Bologna is surely one of the big cities to visit in Italy. The old town is actually quite compact and many sights are very close to each other. The heart is definitely this square: The Piazza Maggiore. The Palazzo Comunale, the Palazzo d’Accursio, the impressive Fontana del Nettuno, the Palazzo dei Banchi, the Santuario di Santa Maria della Vita, the Voltone and the breathtaking Basilica di San Petronio. All here. Just on one square. Most other towns wouldn't have that many sights altogether. And Bologna has just that many on one single square. It's a fantastic spot. From here you should check out the Via D'Azeglio, the main street Via Ugo Bassi/Via Rizzoli with many shops and the Via Pescherie Vecchie with lots of wonderful restaurants. Especially the latter is a small little street you shouldn't miss. The tourist office is also located here as well as a good number of shops and cafés. Head to the Via Pescherie Vecchie for some lunch or dinner though. If you need some wine, "Signorvino" is a great chain with good wine and knowledgeable staff. There is a branch just here on the Piazza. A great square in a great old Italian City.…
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Date of experience: August 2020
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Just beautiful, quiet, nice place. Easy to park close to the Piazza, nice to walk in the small streets...
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Date of experience: August 2020
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This square is the center of the historical Bologna. It has numerous marvelous medieval buildings, including a castle, a palace and a basilica. There is also a lovely fountain dedicated to the ancient god Neptune. The place is car-free, making it a perfect place to chill out a bit. …
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Date of experience: August 2020
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Large square with a few nice buildings round the edges , easy to reach and a real central focal point in the city
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Date of experience: October 2020
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Bologna is a nice and modern commercial city but could be anywhere - except for Piazza Maggiore. It is quite splendid and lovely for just a walk, a sit down or an evening in one of its many bars and cafes
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Date of experience: September 2020
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