What to do in Emilia-Romagna

To visit Piazza Maggiore is to experience the essence of Bologna. In the Middle Ages, the city’s citizens gathered in the square to hear decrees, shop and barter for goods, and even witness executions. Today, enjoy the Italian pace of life and see some of Bologna’s most beautiful medieval buildings surrounding the square.

The Museo Ferrari Maranello is the illustrious home of the flashiest cars in the world. Learn the ins and outs of Formula 1 and the World Championship through the eyes of this Italian car giant. Its permanent exhibition features stunning cars and a simulator designed so you can “live the dream”.

With its range of roller coasters and themed worlds, Mirabilandia is a limitless playground for children of all ages. The theme park, which has a vast water world section, features some of the most exhilarating rides in Europe. Provide a thrilling time for your kids at the shows and rides of one of Italy’s largest amusement parks.

Historic Bologna meets cutting-edge modernity in BolognaFiere, a conference and exposition center with 21st-century facilities for major events. Come to the venue, also known as the Bologna Exhibition Centre, for a wide variety of events with an international array of guests and companies.

Discover nearly 300 of Europe’s most celebrated landmarks at Italy in Miniature (Italia in Miniatura). This 21-acre (8.5-hectare) open-air attraction, decorated with thousands of bonsai trees, takes you on a journey around some of the Continent’s finest architectural sites. In addition to the expertly created scale models, Italy in Miniature features fast-paced rides, a monorail, restaurants and picnic areas.

The Lamborghini Museum delves into the history of the House of the Raging Bull, highlighting the major achievements of the company and its founder over the years. See books, scale models, rare prototypes, marine engines and other memorabilia, all of which provide insight into how Lamborghini became one of the most coveted luxury sports cars in the world.