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Best Churches in Bologna: 4 You Absolutely Have to Visit (At Least Once in Your Life)

Francesca came to Bologna to study art history and fell in love with the city through its churches. Four sacred spaces that contain art that changes how you see the world. And a city full of life around them.

My Top 3 Restaurants in Bologna for a Truly Special Evening

As a mother and wife in Bologna, date nights are precious. Sara takes you to the three places she actually books when she and her husband want a meal that feels like a celebration. Elegant, seasonal, and unmistakably Bolognese.

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·April 27, 2026

Milan and Bologna Travel Guide: Food, Art and Day Trips From a Local

Lucrezia splits her time between Milan and Emilia Romagna. We asked her how to spend a long weekend on Italy's food and fashion spine. Where to eat, what to skip, and why visitors are getting the food wrong.

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