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Known for being walkable and family-friendly, Western Bologna is an economical neighborhood, offering convenient options for restaurants, bars, and cheese. You can experience some local theater, or enjoy the natural beauty of the parks. Western Bologna is a great home base for exploring the greater Bologna area, especially with so many hotels to choose from.

Sightseeing around Western Bologna

The area's storied past is told through the monuments and historic sites, while local museums and theaters add a sense of refinement. Browse the collections at Gallery of Modern Art of Bologna, Modern Art Gallery, or Civic Museum of the Middle Ages. You can attend a show at Cinema Lumiere, Teatro Arena del Sole, and Teatro Anatomico. Monuments like Porta San Felice, Porta Lame, and Portico of San Luca honor the area. Swing by Glossatori Tombs, Palazzo Aldrovandi, and Palazzo Marescalchi to learn about local history.

Many visitors like to do some shopping while in town, but there are a number of other activities. Local parks like Villa delle Rose, Villa Spada, and Montagnola Park are peaceful spots. If you have some more time, pay a visit to Land Rover Arena, Stadio Renato Dall'Ara, or Ippodromo Arcoveggio.

A few of the area's most popular attractions are Fountain of Neptune, Communal Collection of Fine Arts, and Museum of Giorgio Morandi. You can also check out Arco del Meloncello, Chiesa di San Francesco, and Santurario del sacro Cuore.

Getting around Western Bologna

Bologna (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi) is the closest major airport, 1.7 miles (2.8 km) from Western Bologna.