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2.5-hour Bologna City and University Walking Tour

4 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 4 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Bologna, Italy

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Take part in a unique experience and discover one of Italy's most enchanting cities. In the course of the tour, you'll get to uncover the history of Bologna, where the first university of Europe was built in the 11th century. In Piazza San Domenico you'll get to admire the monuments of the most illustrious professors of the Middle ages and inside the Museo Medievale, you'll learn all about with the vivid bas-reliefs that show the professors teaching an audience of students, all thanks to the engaging narration of your dedicated expert guide.

Also, you'll get to walk to the Archiginnasio Palace, home to city's schools from the 16th to the 19th century, and its 17th Century Anatomy Theater decorated with wooden sculptures related to Medicine.

In the course of just 2.5 hours you'll learn all there is to know about the enthralling history of this charming city.

What's Included

  • Private tour
  • Expert professional guide
  • Food & drinks
  • Tickets for museums and other sites which require an entrance fee
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza del Nettuno
40124 Bologna BO, Italy

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Piazza San Domenico

In Piazza San Domenico you'll get to admire the monuments of the most illustrious professors of the Middle ages .
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museo Civico Medievale

Inside the Museo Medievale, you'll learn all about with the vivid bas-reliefs that show the professors teaching an audience of students, all thanks to the engaging narration of your dedicated expert guide. Museum is closed on Mondays.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Archiginnasio di Bologna

Also, you'll get to walk to the Archiginnasio Palace, home to city's schools from the 16th to the 19th century, and its 17th Century Anatomy Theater decorated with wooden sculptures related to Medicine. Visit to Teatro Anatomico is optional and ticket price is not included.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
  • Please note that this tour does not include entrance to sites which require an entrance fee
  • The Museo Medievale is open from Tuesday to Friday (9am to 3pm). On Saturday and Sunday the museum is open from 10am to 6.30pm. Closed on Monday.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 2.5-hour Bologna City and University Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-39613P59

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  • Private tour
  • Expert professional guide
  • Food & drinks
  • Tickets for museums and other sites which require an entrance fee

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
  • Please note that this tour does not include entrance to sites which require an entrance fee
  • The Museo Medievale is open from Tuesday to Friday (9am to 3pm). On Saturday and Sunday the museum is open from 10am to 6.30pm. Closed on Monday.
  • The tour will take place even when it's raining. In the event of heavy rain, the tour may be cancelled and you will be given a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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