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Archiginnasio Small Group Guided Tour in Bologna

By Bologna Tour & Best Italy Tour
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $37 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Join a small-group guided tour of the Archiginnasio di Bologna, one of the city’s most important historical landmarks. Located in the heart of Bologna’s historic centre, this iconic building was once home to the world’s oldest university and now houses the city’s main library. During the tour, you’ll explore the stunning Teatro Anatomico, where anatomy lectures were held centuries ago, and learn about the rich history of Bologna’s academic traditions. The tour ensures a personalised experience, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the cultural and historical significance of this extraordinary site.

Activity location

  • Archiginnasio di Bologna
    • Piazza Galvani 1,
    • 40124, Bologna, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • P.zza Galvani, 1
    • 1 Piazza Galvani
    • 40124, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

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Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
CA $37.26 x 1 AdultCA $37.26
Total
Price is CA $37.26
Tour in Italian
  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • Italian
Language options: Italian
Price details
CA $37.26 x 1 AdultCA $37.26
Total
Price is CA $37.26

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal Tour Guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedArchiginnasio entrance ticket
  • What's includedWhat's includedWelcome Staff
  • What's includedWhat's includedRadio Guide to better listen to the guide

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Archiginnasio di Bologna
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
The Archiginnasio Palace is one of the most significant buildings in Bologna. Located in the heart of its historic centre, it has housed the Municipal Library since 1838. The Palace was built by Cardinal Borromeo between 1562 and 1563 based on a design by the architect Antonio Morandi, known as Terribilia, as the seat of the University
Archiginnasio Palace and Anatomical Theater (Pass by)
You will visit the famous Anatomical Hall of the Archiginnasio palace where you can stay for 10 minutes while listening to the guide's storey. The hall, called Theatre for its characteristic amphitheatre shape, was designed in 1637 for anatomical lessons by the Bolognese architect Antonio Paolucci known as Levanti, a student of the Carraccis.
Biblioteca Comunale dell'Archiginnasio
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
On the ground floor of the building are the Library and the Historical Rooms. Usually not open without a guided tour. You can admire the hall

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESArchiginnasio di Bologna
    • Piazza Galvani 1,
    • 40124, Bologna, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEP.zza Galvani, 1
    • 1 Piazza Galvani
    • 40124, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

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