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Hidden Gems Bologna: Untold Stories

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Discover the mysteries of historical Bologna as an artist in search of inspiration, exploring the exciting bustle of the city and its local stories.

On this quest you will see the two leaning towers, Piazza Maggiore, and the Quadrilatero from a unique perspective. You will tour Bologna through its iconic centre, uncover its secrets, and find out what is hiding beneath.

Ready to experience Bologna’s mysteries and untold stories? Right this way...

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  • Can be played on
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

  • During these hours
    Whole day

  • Languages
    English, Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish

Created by
Bryan Da Silva

Highlights

  • Uncover the seven secrets that cloak Bologna in mystery

  • Explore the infamous streets of the Quadrilatero

  • Discover the quirky side of Bologna

  • Learn about the story that left this small medieval town in the mind of a young writer to become a world-famous tale

Storyline

You’re an emerging writer from London, whose debut novel was a success. But now writers’ block has struck.
The year is 1815. Many of your friends have lost hope in your creative powers.

“One successful book is good enough,” they say.
Such words haunt you. You know they mean no harm, but you can’t just give up. You must act.
In your despair, you’ve come to Bologna. You heard the city’s many secrets and artistic flair inspire many artists. You hope to be next.

You’re on a mission to find your story. You refuse to leave Bologna until inspiration strikes.

Experience's route

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Starting point Piazza di Porta Ravegnana
Via Rizzoli, 42, 40126 Bologna BO, Italy
Finish point Piazza Giuseppe Verdi
Via Zamboni, 26, 40126 Bologna BO, Italy

Places you will visit

14

It will take you

94-124 mins

You will walk

5250 steps

Total distance

4 km

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4.41

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