Bologna is the capital of Emilia-Romagna and a city where food, architecture and everyday life are unusually well integrated. Terracotta buildings and covered porticoes give the historic centre a distinctive visual identity.
Experiencing the region
Markets, specialist food shops and privately guided tastings reveal the region’s culinary traditions, while churches, towers and university buildings add cultural depth.
Planning your stay
Bologna is also an excellent base for exploring Emilia-Romagna’s producers and historic towns, making it ideal for travellers who want Italy through food rather than headline monuments alone.
