Fountain of Neptune (Fontana del Nettuno)
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Fountain of Neptune (Fontana del Nettuno)
Fountain of Neptune (Fontana del Nettuno)

Fountain of Neptune (Fontana del Nettuno) Tours and Tickets

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Giambologna’s 16th-century Fountain of Neptune (Fontana del Nettuno), also known as Il Zigànt, or The Giant, is one of the most famous landmarks in Bologna. A bronze Neptune stands watch from atop the ornate Renaissance fountain in Piazza Maggiore, a popular and picturesque gathering spot for locals and visitors.

  • Piazza del Nettuno, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, 40124
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Bologna Classic Guide Bike Tour

Bologna Classic Guide Bike Tour

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Explore Bologna on two wheels on a two-hour bike tour focused on the history of the city. A local guide will take you on a tour of monuments and medieval squares. You will admire the oldest university in the world, the majestic Piazza Maggiore, to get to the Two Towers, one of the greatest attractions of the Emilian capital. We will lead you to the discovery of the ancient medieval port and its history through the many canals that developed around the city. You will discover the history of the Jewish community by crossing the medieval Ghetto of Bologna to then reach and admire the symbol of the city: the Two Towers. Cycling among the beautiful arcades you will reach Piazza Maggiore, home to the most important buildings of the city: the Basilica of San Petronio, the elegant Fountain of Neptune and the imposing Palazzo Re Enzo. The bike tour will end in Via Piella looking through the famous small window, you can still see the waters and canals.
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  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$81.74
3 Hour Private Bologna Gastronomic Tour with Local Guide

3 Hour Private Bologna Gastronomic Tour with Local Guide

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You'll be able to experience the local way of eating and drinking in Bologna thanks to this experience. We'll take you through a gastronomic journey which will make you discover what are the hidden places that only the locals knows and that you must try! The goal is to share with you what exactly our typical day would be, the classic outing we do with our friends and family, surprising your appetite and taste buds with + 10 foods and wine tastings! We'll start with a proper typical savoury and delicious tigella! Then we will move on directly purchasing and tasting cold cuts, cheeses and breads. Experiencing the Area of Bologna with local wine in a historical location open since 1465. Then walking through the old town centre, we'll try two iconic homemade pasta in a classical Osteria Bolognese, always paired with another local wine. We will conclude with the best gelato in town!
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  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$207.08
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Bologna: 2-Hour Private Guided Walking Tour

Bologna: 2-Hour Private Guided Walking Tour

Your experience will start in Piazza Maggiore where you'll discover its civic medieval palaces: Palazzo di Re Enzo, Palazzo of the Notaries and Palazzo dei Banchi. In the square, you'll also find the Fountain of Neptune with the precious late Renaissance sculptures by Giambologna. You'll then head to the gothic Basilica of San Petronio: inside you'll find the late gothic paintings of Cappella Bolognini and the sun-dial designed by the astronomer Cassini. You'll then walk along the Pavaglione Portico and its elegant shops until you reach the 16th-century Archiginnasio Palace, the old university building decorated with about 6000 student coat of arms. You'll stroll through the picturesque alleys of the Mercato di Mezzo and its unique food shops to get to the enchanting Square of Santo Stefano with the complex of Santo Stefano where your tour will end.
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  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$129.70
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From Ravenna: Day trip to Bologna

From Ravenna: Day trip to Bologna

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Live an entire day discovering Bologna the learned and the fat. You will live a unique experience starting from your hotel or from the port of Ravenna with a private transfer. Once in the center of Bologna, you will be able to admire the beauties of the city in just one day. Here you will be welcomed by our Bologna Tour staff, who will give you the food tasting box and all the information you need to enjoy your day in Bologna. Inside the box you will find 7 vouchers for tasting in various venues in the centre, a map containing a recommended itinerary to reach the main points of interest in the city, and a QR code with audio guide to discover all its secrets. At the end of the tour the driver will take you back to the port of Ravenna.
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  • 6 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$577.66
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2 Hours Bologna Guided Private Tour for Kids and Families

2 Hours Bologna Guided Private Tour for Kids and Families

Our private tour is designed for families with kids who want to discover Bologna with maximum comfort and enjoyment. Get ready for the adventure journey for the whole family where each member will be engaged discovering art and history of one of the most beautiful cities in Italy. Your professional kid-friendly guide will take you through the picturesque narrow streets of the historic centre showing you its main monuments as well as hidden corners known only to locals. Go back in time and enjoy the fascinating stories about the city’s rich history, its famous citizens and iconic artworks. Learn with fun while participating in various activities and games which will keep the whole family entertained. Get an overview of Bologna’s most important attractions and explore the cultural heritage of the city in a playful and memorable way.
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  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$178.75
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The best of BOLOGNA and RAVENNA on a Private Tour

The best of BOLOGNA and RAVENNA on a Private Tour

Thanks to this FULL DAY tour you'll have the chance to discover the stunning wonders of this land: Bologna and Ravenna. Both cities were protagonists in the historic panorama of this part of Italy. The presence of the University, the oldest in the Western world, has made BOLOGNA a cultural center of extraordinary importance. We'll visit the most evocative monuments and places in the city center. RAVENNA, a Unesco site known worldwide because of its early Christian era mosaics, gives you the opportunity to see preserved monuments from the 5th and 6th century. We will meet in Bologna in the morning and we will visit the city center highlights. Then together we'll catch the train to Ravenna.
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  • 7 to 8 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$850.13
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Private Bologna City Photo Walking Tour

Private Bologna City Photo Walking Tour

This tour is tailor made by a photographer for photographers, considering their special need in terms of light conditions and crowd factor. The tour leader is an expert photographer and photography teacher and will assist you by any means in photography matter. Don't worry if don't know how to take a specific photo or do you need help with your settings, you won't be alone! Photographers are not the usual kind of tourist: they are very demanding about light conditions, preferring the warm tone of golden hours or the colder nuances of a blue hour to capture better images. Capture good photos require a proper time and we are not in a hurry, we spend all the necessary time to each location until you are satisfied with your photos We try to select the best moments to minimize the crowd factor. This is not a photo book/portrait sessions. If you want to have nice pictures of you in Bologna this is not the tour for you.
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  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$272.48
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Private Tour from Milan to Bologna with Pick Up and Drop Off

Private Tour from Milan to Bologna with Pick Up and Drop Off

This is a 10 hour tour from pick up to drop off. This includes driving time as well. Bologna, Italy is a beautiful and fascinating city that should be on everyone's list. The city is full of history that dates back to the fifth century BC. From its cobblestone streets to its UNESCO World Heritage Sites, there are many reasons why people should explore this beautiful and underrated city. Bologna's Piazza Maggiore is a fascinating place that anyone would be intrigued to explore. It has many monuments, like the Duomo and the Palazzo dei Boi, on display. The main square is always full of life, so it would be easy to find something interesting around. It will be 10 hours from when we pick you up in Milan until we drop off you. There will be around 2 hours driving time each way.
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  • 10 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$653.95
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