Day Itinerary
6 Activities
Day 1
77 mi0.5 mi
Day Full of Beauties Created by Talented Artists
There is the beauty of nature and there is the beauty created by humankind. On this route around Bologna you will see some sights that are breathtaking and all of them created by humankind. From beautiful palaces to works of art in the museum. Your eyes will be enchanted, and you will be amazed at what people were able to create hundreds of years ago.
10:001 hr 30 min
Palazzo Schifanoia
Museum
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The first stop on the route is Palazzo Schifanoia. It was built for the Este family. The name Schifanoia is derived from 'Schivar la noia', which loosely translated means 'to abhor boredom', or even better, 'to flee from boredom'. When you visit Palazzo Schifanio, you certainly won't get bored.
The construction of the Palazzo began in 1385 and the great hall, the 'Salone dei mesi', built by Den by Pietro Benvenuto, was frescoed by Cosmè Tura, Ercole de' Roberti and Francesco del Cossa, among others. The stucco work in the sala della virtù was done by Domenico di Paris.
The construction of the Palazzo began in 1385 and the great hall, the 'Salone dei mesi', built by Den by Pietro Benvenuto, was frescoed by Cosmè Tura, Ercole de' Roberti and Francesco del Cossa, among others. The stucco work in the sala della virtù was done by Domenico di Paris.
26.1 mi
50 min
12:201 hr 30 min
Ristorante Antichi Salumi
Italian Restaurant
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Take a detour to Antichi Salumi and transport yourself into the flavors of Italy! Savory regional dishes are ready for you to sample, each sure to tantalize your taste buds. For an unforgettable culinary experience, make this stop part of your journey today!
20.1 mi
40 min
14:305 min
Car Park
Parking
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Leave your car on this car park and head to explore the famous frescoes of Ravenna.
0.5 mi
10 min
14:451 hr
Mausoleo di Galla Placidia
Church
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The mausoleum is famous above all for the wall mosaics inside. They are excellently preserved and represent the oldest mosaics in Ravenna. Together with the other Byzantine buildings in Ravenna, the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996.
The ceiling inside represents a deep blue celestial vault decorated with white and gold stars. Due to their special design, the stars in the barrel vaults are considered the most beautiful depictions of stars in late antiquity.
The ceiling inside represents a deep blue celestial vault decorated with white and gold stars. Due to their special design, the stars in the barrel vaults are considered the most beautiful depictions of stars in late antiquity.
16 mi
30 min
16:302 hrs
Museo Civico delle Cappuccine
Art Museum
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The oldest works of art date from the 15th to 18th centuries. They are mainly exhibited in the ancient "Sala delle Capriate". The contemporary exhibition includes paintings by about fifty different established Italian artists, including Enzo Morelli, and a number of sculptures created by well-known Italien artists.
Among the museum's antique collections are the altarpiece by local painter Bartolomeo Ramenghi and his beautiful painting "Sposalizio mistico di Santa Caterina". The museum also houses the "Sacra Conversazione coi santi Domenico e Caterina da Siena", painted by Giovan Battista Ramenghi, son of the aforementioned "Bagnacavallo Senior".
Among the museum's antique collections are the altarpiece by local painter Bartolomeo Ramenghi and his beautiful painting "Sposalizio mistico di Santa Caterina". The museum also houses the "Sacra Conversazione coi santi Domenico e Caterina da Siena", painted by Giovan Battista Ramenghi, son of the aforementioned "Bagnacavallo Senior".
14.9 mi
25 min
19:002 hrs
Ristorante Selice
Restaurant
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What better way to end a day admiring the stunning vistas than by indulging in exquisite seafood at Selice. Located on your return road to Bologna, this eatery is sure to satisfy even the most discerning of fish lovers!