Bologna Archiginnasio Tickets with Typical Food Tasting
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Experience Highlights
Immerse yourself in the history and gastronomy of Bologna with these tickets to the Archiginnasio, the ancient building of the University of Bologna, complemented by a tasting of typical products at the Quadrilatero market.
Enjoy an enriching experience thanks to the audio guide (available in English and Italian), which will guide you through every corner and historical detail of the building.
Complement your tour with a typical food tasting, which will allow you to savour the authentic Bolognese gastronomy in a unique atmosphere. Ideal for those who wish to combine culture and culinary pleasure in a single experience.
The meeting point with your host is at the main entrance of the Archiginnasio, located in Piazza Galvani.
- Learn about the history of the Archiginnasio and the Teatro Anatomico
- Be captivated by the beauty of this university-turned-library.
- Taste the best of Bolognese gastronomy
What’s included
- No-queue entrance to Palazzo dell'Archiginnasio
- Audio guide and headphones
- Food tasting
- Map of Bologna
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Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your start time to ensure everything runs smoothly
Step by Step
Discover the Archiginnasio of Bologna, an emblematic building that was home to the oldest university in the western world, founded in 1088.
During this tour, you can explore historical spaces such as the Anatomical Theatre, a 16th century room used for anatomy lessons, and the Municipal Library, which houses a vast collection of manuscripts and ancient texts. The visit is enriched by an audio guide available in English and Italian, which will provide you with fascinating details about the architecture and history of the place.
After immersing yourself in the cultural richness of the Archiginnasio, the experience continues at the nearby Quadrilateral market, a vibrant area dating back to the Middle Ages. Here, included in your ticket, you can sample a selection of local cured meats, such as the famous mortadella di Bologna, at one of the market's traditional stalls.
This combination of history and gastronomy will allow you to fully appreciate the essence of Bologna, known as much for its academic heritage as for its exquisite cuisine.
