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What to Do in Bologna When It Rains<\/h2>\n

If it rains during your stay in Bologna, the first thing to know is that it\u2019s not a real problem.\n\nBologna is the city of porticoes, now recognized as a UNESCO<\/a> World Heritage Site, which means a large part of the historic center can be explored while staying sheltered. In many cases, you\u2019ll need an umbrella far less than you might expect.\n\nHere are some practical ideas on what to do in Bologna when it rains, including indoor places, museums, and pleasant stops.\n\nThis is one of the itineraries we suggest most often on rainy days, as it takes place almost entirely under the porticoes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Walk under the porticoes<\/span><\/h4>\n

It may sound simple, but it\u2019s one of the most authentic experiences in the city.\n\nThe porticoes allow you to cross the historic center almost completely covered, moving between squares, churches, and historic buildings without getting wet.\n\nIt\u2019s also the best way to keep exploring Bologna at a relaxed pace without completely changing your plans.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Visit Sala Borsa Library: A Hidden Gem<\/span><\/h4>\n

One of the most interesting places to visit when it rains is Sala Borsa Library, located in Piazza Maggiore.\n\nHere you can:\n\nenter freely\n\nsit at the caf\u00e9 for a coffee\n\nlook through the glass floor at the archaeological excavations that tell the story of the city from ancient times\n\nIt\u2019s a beautiful place that many visitors still don\u2019t know about.\n\nOpening hours tip:\n\nSala Borsa is closed on Sundays and Mondays, so it\u2019s worth checking before you go.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Step Inside the Basilica of San Petronio<\/span><\/h4>\n

When it rains, large churches become perfect stops.\n\nThe Basilica of San Petronio is not only one of the most important buildings in the city, but also a vast space where you can enter, walk around, and observe details at your own pace.\n\nInside, you\u2019ll find remarkable features, including the famous meridian line, one of the largest in the world.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

Discover our Bologna tours<\/span><\/h2>

If you\u2019d rather not worry about planning the itinerary and want to discover details and stories that often go unnoticed, there are Bologna walking tours that follow this route and allow you to explore the historic centre comfortably even when it rains, thanks to the porticoes.<\/p> Bologna Tours<\/a><\/div> <\/div><\/div> <\/div>

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Palazzo dell\u2019Archiginnasio and the Anatomical Theatre<\/span><\/h4>\n

Just a short walk from Piazza Maggiore stands one of Bologna\u2019s most fascinating places: Palazzo dell\u2019Archiginnasio.\n\nHere you can visit the Anatomical Theatre, an extraordinary wooden hall where students and physicians once studied human anatomy.\n\nIt\u2019s a unique and atmospheric place, perfect to visit when the weather doesn\u2019t invite you to stay outdoors.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Take a Break in an Elegant Caf\u00e9<\/span><\/h4>\n

When it rains, stopping in a beautiful caf\u00e9 becomes part of the experience.\n\nA particularly pleasant option is the Literary Caf\u00e9 on Via Manzoni, an elegant space where you can slow down and enjoy a quiet break.\n\nIn Bologna, historic and literary caf\u00e9s are part of everyday life, and a rainy day is the perfect excuse to enjoy them.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The Santo Stefano Complex (The Seven Churches)<\/span><\/h4>\n

Another ideal place to visit when it rains is Santo Stefano.\n\nIn fact, it\u2019s a large complex made up of several connected buildings.\n\nIt\u2019s a place where you can walk slowly, read the explanations, and discover a thousand-year-old history in a very special atmosphere. Many visitors consider it one of the most fascinating spots in Bologna.\n\nIf you prefer not to worry about planning the route and would like to discover details and stories that often go unnoticed, there are walking guided tours that follow this itinerary and allow you to explore the historic center comfortably even in the rain, thanks to the porticoes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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