top of church tower with view to countryside with hill and clouds while spending 3 days in bologna

3 Days in Bologna: The Itinerary You’ll Want to Follow

I spent five days in Bologna as part of a month-long journey through northern Italy, and it quickly became one of the most rewarding stops on my itinerary. Travellers can expect warm-toned architecture, wonderfully vibrant markets, and long porticos that snake through the city. At its heart is the iconic Two Towers, with Asinelli standing…

long building with clock tower while spending one day in bologna italy

How to Spend One Day in Bologna Italy Without Rushing

I spent a week in the region of Emilia Romagna during a month-long trip through northern Italy, but it only took one day to fall in love with Bologna. After visiting Tuscany, Genoa, Turin, Milan, Lake Como, and Verona—Bologna was distinctively different. The city felt slower, more lived-in. No towering crowds, no rush. Just terracotta…