This is the main and largest church in Bologna, dedicated to it's patron saint. A guide told us that the original aim was to build a church larger that St Peter's in Rome. Naturally the Pope wasn't going to allow that so Pio IV went...More

A church of grand scale with an interesting history. It is worth paying the 3 euros to go into the only area you need to pay for - the frescos are incredibly well preserved and you get an audioguide giving you an overview of what...More

There is much to see inside this place off of the main square. We wished we had a guidebook, but a friendly fellow tourist informed us about various aspects of the historical significance and architecture of this lovely Basilica. The Meridian line, or sun dial,...More

Worth a visit, is huge inside. To sit on the stairs in front of is very relaxing on a warm summer evening.

Nice inside but exterior spoiled by work being carried out, fencing & scaffolding etc. If you want to take photos inside you have to pay.

We spent just a day in bologna on our way to Puglia, and walked around. The historical center in a lovely walk with lost to see! We couldn't do it all in one day but definitely worth a stop!

You can't miss it and will walk past it several times during your stay. The facade is unfinished , that's why it stands out.

It is a large basilica, like you see often in Italy. I was impressed of its size and the fact that was well maintained .

San Petronius is fantastic architecture, housing amazing art, frescos, sculpture - and a lovely meridian line built into the floor! Really was overwhelmed by this harmonious combination of learning, art, and religion.

This church is located just off Piazza Maggiore and because it is the church of the patron saint of Bologna it is very grand with the usual painted ceiling, ornate columns, both elaborate and simple side chapels.If you wish to take photographs you need to...More