Audio tour of Archiginnasio Palace in Bologna with food tasting
Do this because
- Enjoy an audio-guided tour of the Archiginnasio Palace
- Visit its rooms and admire its characteristic decorations
- Relax while tasting traditional food at the central market
What to expect
Visit one of the most important palaces located in the heart of Bologna with an audio guide: the Archiginnasio Palace. Built between 1562 and 1563, the Archiginnasio once housed the headquarters of the ancient university, and is now Bologna's main library. Discover the history of the oldest university in the world and many testimonies of its long and important activity. At the end of the audio tour, enjoy a tasty board of typical cold cuts at the Quadrilatero, Bologna's central market.
The external part of the Archiginnasio consists of a long portico made of 30 arches, which develops on two internal floors around a central courtyard with a double row of loggias. Two large staircases lead up to the rooms on the upper floor: ten, a room which was dedicated to artists now used as a reading room, and one hall for the Legists (former law students), called the Sala dello Stabat Mater. During the audio tour, you will also visit the Anatomical Theatre, which was the room used for the anatomy lectures held at the school of medicine.
Important to know
- This tour is available in English, Spanish, Italian, French and German. Select your language at check-out.
- Children under 6 can join for free without reservation
What’s included
Welcome staff
Entrance to Archiginnasio and Anatomical Theatre
Audio guide in English and Italian
Vouchers for local food tasting
Map
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Pickup points
To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.
Provider
Bologna Tour Best italy tour
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Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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