Italy

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…

I chose to spend time in Bologna during my northern Italy trip for one simple reason: I wanted to slow down. While cities like Florence and Rome brimmed with tourists, Bologna promised something quieter, more grounded—and deeply delicious. From the moment I arrived, I was struck by the unique design of the city. Long, arched…

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…

When I spent five days in Bologna as part of a month-long trip through northern Italy, I didn’t come with a checklist—I came with curiosity. Bologna turned out to be the kind of place that reveals itself slowly, one portico-covered street at a time. It’s a city that invites you to pause, observe, and follow…

When I was planning my trip through northern Italy, I kept asking myself the same thing you probably are: how many days in Bologna is enough? If you’re building an Italy itinerary and trying to decide how much time to give Bologna, I get it. It’s a bit of a wildcard. Some people pop in…

Before I ever set foot in Bologna, I’d already walked its streets dozens of times—virtually, through Google maps and more open browser tabs I care to admit. I love to research. It’s how I travel: slowly, intentionally, and with an eye for the details others might miss. So when it came time to explore Bologna…