Half a Day in Bologna

After our visit to the parmesan dairy we had just half a day to explore Bologna.

The first decision to be made was parking. I finally decided on Parcheggio Staveco, a privately owned car park on the inner ring road, thus avoiding the ZTL (low emission zone). We found the car park ok, but there was a line of cars at the entry barrier. Eventually we worked out that the car park was actually full, and new people were only being let in when someone left. We spent about 10 minutes in a queue, and then we were parked!

I had planned a circular walking route using various websites to take in the major sights. We didn't have much time (about three hours including lunch) so it was outside views only. Here are our visual highlights:

We liked the look of Bologna, even though it was stinking hot. The crowds hadn't yet arrived (if they ever really do) and it's pleasantly old and - in the centre, anyway - appears neat and prosperous. We will have to return - off season, and better researched.