Bologna is the capital of Emilia-Romagna, famous for its historical palazzos, the “Due Torri” and for being home to one of Europe’s oldest universities.
During your city break in Bologna you should visit Piazza Maggiore, which was built in the 13th century, walk up and down via Indipendenza, Bologna’s most frequented street, packed with restaurants and gelaterias and walk under the city’s characteristic “porticos”. Sala Borsa, Bologna’s public library, whose glass floors reveal ancient Etruscan ruins, the Basilica of San Petronio, a gothic masterpiece, and Le Due Torri Garisenda and Asinelli, a vestige of Bologna’s medieval beginnings, are definitely worth a visit. Climb the winding staircase of the Asinelli Tower and marvel at the splendid city view.
In Bologna don’t miss our foodie explorations. Bologna is well-known for its traditional cuisine: Tagliatelle al Ragù and Tortellini Emiliani are a few examples of the many! Our morning starts with a gourmet coffee at the most exclusive Café in town before we head up to the “Quadrilatero", the foodie heart of Bologna. We will visit the local market and historical shops where food is excellence, sample local delights and discover gastronomic curiosities. We will step into the lab of a local fresh pasta artisan and learn how to make “tortellini”. More tastings of the of delicious Bologna “charcuterie” with local bread and wine, can be enjoyed at one of the oldest “osteria” in town.
One day you could visit the exclusive Lamboghini Factory that opens its doors every day with English guided visits of the museum and factory. The visit lasts about two hours and includes a detailed presentation of the past Lamborghini production starting from the Lamborghini Miura and the Lamborghini Countach. Then the tour will continue inside the production lines and you will be able to see stunning Lamborghini Aventador being assembled by the workers in the factory. The tour will end on the first floor of the Museum to admire the concept car Reventón of which only 20 models where built.