Italy’s richest ‘secret’, Bologna, is often overlooked in favour of Florence, yet it remains one of our favourite cities. It is full of character and has gravity-defying towers, 23 miles of colonnaded arcades, Europe’s oldest university, rich art and wonderful food. Our Kirker Guide Notes will help you discover some outstanding restaurants where you can sample the famous sauce. The beautiful Teatro Communale, considered by many to be the best house in Italy, produces operas at the highest international levels – the Kirker Concierge will be able to acquire tickets for you.
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The Corona d’Oro offers style and elegance in the very centre of Bologna and has rightly gained an excellent reputation as one of the city’s best places to stay. It is only 100 metres from the city’s distinctive mediaeval towers and a short walk from Piazza Maggiore.
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Orologio
Bologna, Italy
superior
Special OfferAll year: 4 nights for the price of 3, saving up to £120.
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Grand Hotel Majestic Bologna
Bologna, Italy
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Grand, traditional and located opposite San Pietro cathedral, the Majestic is just two minutes’ walk from Piazza Maggiore. Set in an historical building, the opulent interiors feature white Doric columns and marble floors and it is splendidly furnished throughout with antiques and an impressive art collection.
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Commercianti
Bologna, Italy
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Owned and run by the Orsi family since 1967, the Commercianti has the perfect location for clients wishing to stay in the very heart of the city. It stands on a quiet street yet is right next to the Basilica of San Petronio and just one minute from Piazza Maggiore.
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Annunziata, Ferrara
Bologna, Italy
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This enchanting city has so many architectural highlights and the Annunziata is ideally situated to explore them. The 14th century Castello Estense is virtually next door; Teatro Communale, the cathedral and the Museum of Natural History are also close by.
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Bologna - Italy's Gastronomic Heart
Bologna
Join Italian food expert Valentina Harris for a tour of the culinary heartland of Italy, based in Bologna, known as “la dotta, la grassa, la rossa” for its ancient university, rich cuisine and terracotta rooftops. Broadcaster, chef and author of books including ‘Italian Regional Cookery’, Valentina...
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Bologna, Parma & Ravenna
Bologna, Ravenna
Emilia-Romagna is the cultural, geographic and gastronomic heart of Italy. Here you will find revered culinary delicacies, historic universities, Renaissance art and ancient monuments.
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Art Cities of Emilia-Romagna
Bologna
Emilia-Romagna is a region in northern Italy, world-renowned for its gastronomy and beautiful medieval cities.
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