What to do in Emilia-Romagna

Activities, attractions and tours

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A canal with boats docked, historic buildings, and a tower in the background.
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Activities

Bologna City Walking Tour

Bologna City Walking Tour

NZ$56
per adult
Bologna City Walking Tour
Ravenna: UNESCO Monuments and Mosaics Guided Tour

Ravenna: UNESCO Monuments and Mosaics Guided Tour

NZ$56
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Ravenna: UNESCO Monuments and Mosaics Guided Tour
Eating Bologna Food & Wine Tour

Eating Bologna Food & Wine Tour

NZ$171
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Eating Bologna Food & Wine Tour
Bologna: Lamborghini Museum Guided Tour and Entry Ticket

Bologna: Lamborghini Museum Guided Tour and Entry Ticket

NZ$50
per adult
Bologna: Lamborghini Museum Guided Tour and Entry Ticket
Bologna Tortellini Cooking Class with Local Chef & Wine

Bologna Tortellini Cooking Class with Local Chef & Wine

NZ$171
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bologna Tortellini Cooking Class with Local Chef & Wine
Bologna's Best Kept Secrets: Self-Guided Walking Tour

Bologna's Best Kept Secrets: Self-Guided Walking Tour

NZ$2
per adult
Bologna's Best Kept Secrets: Self-Guided Walking Tour
Lamborghini Museum Entrance Ticket in Bologna

Lamborghini Museum Entrance Ticket in Bologna

NZ$40
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Lamborghini Museum Entrance Ticket in Bologna
From Parma: Parmesan, Parma Ham & Balsamic Vinegar Tour

From Parma: Parmesan, Parma Ham & Balsamic Vinegar Tour

NZ$399
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Parma: Parmesan, Parma Ham & Balsamic Vinegar Tour
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Entry Ticket to the Domus of Stone Mosaics Archaeological Site

NZ$14
per adult
Entry Ticket to the Domus of Stone Mosaics Archaeological Site
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1. BolognaFiere

Historic Bologna meets cutting-edge modernity in BolognaFiere, a conference and exposition center with 21st-century facilities for major events. Come to the venue, also known as the Bologna Exhibition Centre, for a wide variety of events with an international array of guests and companies.
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2. Ferrari Museum Maranello

The Museo Ferrari Maranello is the illustrious home of the flashiest cars in the world. Learn the ins and outs of Formula 1 and the World Championship through the eyes of this Italian car giant. Its permanent exhibition features stunning cars and a simulator designed so you can “live the dream”.
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3. Piazza Maggiore

To visit Piazza Maggiore is to experience the essence of Bologna. In the Middle Ages, the city’s citizens gathered in the square to hear decrees, shop and barter for goods, and even witness executions. Today, enjoy the Italian pace of life and see some of Bologna’s most beautiful medieval buildings surrounding the square.
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4. Lamborghini Museum

The Lamborghini Museum delves into the history of the House of the Raging Bull, highlighting the major achievements of the company and its founder over the years. See books, scale models, rare prototypes, marine engines and other memorabilia, all of which provide insight into how Lamborghini became one of the most coveted luxury sports cars in the world.
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5. Museo Enzo Ferrari

Imagine the wind in your hair as you zoom around the Emilia-Romagna countryside at the Museo Enzo Ferrari. See dozens of rare and unique Ferrari car models, as well as other marques, learn all about the great man’s life and even visit the room where he was born. In this shrine for sports car lovers, whether you’re an automobile enthusiast or not, you’ll see the beauty and precision that make Ferrari renowned all around the world.
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6. Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari

Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari is a famous racetrack, favored by drivers and spectators for its fast, technical circuit and old-school atmosphere. The track is also associated with a tragic accident involving Ayrton Senna that occurred in 1994 and many fans visit to pay their respects to this lost Formula One icon.
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What to do in Emilia-Romagna

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BolognaFiere

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Attend a conference or exhibition in the heart of historic Bologna at a sleek, modern and multipurpose center that hosts events throughout the year.
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Historic Center

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Via Indipendenza to Piazza VIII Agosto – discover Historic Center, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Parma City Centre

Parma City Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Strada della Repubblica and Cathedral of Parma.

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Santo Stefano

Travellers come to Santo Stefano for its cosy coffee shops, and you can see top attractions like Basilica of San Domenico and Teatro Duse while you're in town.

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Marina Centro

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Marina Centro. A stop by Viale Vespucci or Rimini Beach might round out your trip.

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Bologna Fiere District

Museums, historical sites and gardens are some highlights of Bologna Fiere District. Make a stop by Parco Nord Arena or EuropAuditorium Theater while you're exploring.

 

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Day trip destinations from Emilia-Romagna

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Bologna

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Parma

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Rimini

An aerial view of a lake surrounded by dense forests and agricultural fields.

Campogalliano

A historic city square with prominent towers, a cathedral, and a large dome.

Calderara di Reno

A marina with various boats docked, a building with 'Savioli Spiaggia' sign, and a hotel named 'Hotel des Nations' in the background.

Riccione

A coastal town with a river, houses, and a pier.

Ferrara

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Modena