MUSEUMS TO GO FOR FREE IN BOLOGNA

Museo Civico Archeologico

  • Overview: This museum houses an extensive collection of Etruscan, Roman, and Egyptian artifacts, offering a deep dive into ancient civilizations.
  • Address: Via dell’Archiginnasio, 2, 40124 Bologna BO.
  • How to Get There: Nearest bus stop is “Piazza Maggiore” (Bus lines 25, 27). It’s a short walk from the central train station (Bologna Centrale).
  • Free Entry: The museum is free on the first Sunday of each month. Regular hours are Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; closed on Mondays.

Museo di Palazzo Poggi

  • Overview: Located in a historic palace, this museum features scientific instruments, anatomical wax models, and historical collections related to the University of Bologna.
  • Address: Via Zamboni, 33, 40126 Bologna BO.
  • How to Get There: Nearest bus stop is “Via Zamboni” (Bus lines 27, 28). It’s a 10-minute walk from Bologna Centrale train station.
  • Free Entry: The museum is free on the first Sunday of each month. Regular hours are Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; closed on Mondays.

Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna

  • Overview: This art gallery showcases an impressive collection of Italian Renaissance and Baroque art, featuring works by masters like Raphael, Titian, and Caravaggio.
  • Address: Via delle Belle Arti, 56, 40126 Bologna BO.
  • How to Get There: Nearest bus stop is “Via Belle Arti” (Bus lines 27, 28). It’s a short walk from the central train station (Bologna Centrale).
  • Free Entry: Free on the first Sunday of every month. Regular hours are Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM; closed on Mondays.

Museo Morandi

  • Overview: Dedicated to the works of the Italian painter Giorgio Morandi, this museum offers insights into his still-life paintings and artistic evolution.
  • Address: Via Fondazza, 36, 40125 Bologna BO.
  • How to Get There: Nearest bus stop is “Via Fondazza” (Bus lines 27, 28). It’s about a 15-minute walk from Bologna Centrale train station.
  • Free Entry: Free on the first Sunday of each month. Regular hours are Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; closed on Mondays.

Museo della Storia di Bologna

  • Overview: Located in the historical center, this museum provides a comprehensive overview of Bologna’s history, including its medieval and modern phases.
  • Address: Via Santo Stefano, 119, 40125 Bologna BO.
  • How to Get There: Nearest bus stop is “Santo Stefano” (Bus lines 11, 13). It’s a short walk from the city center.
  • Free Entry: Free on the first Sunday of every month. Regular hours are Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; closed on Mondays.