Practical Information in Bologna
Pack a passion for Renaissance and Baroque art, deep heat for your aching muscles after climbing the towers and a cool bag to get the food shopping home.
GMT
GMT +1 (+2 in Mar-Oct).
Money
The Euro (€) is the currency.
Visas
Each country has its own regulations and restrictions for its visitors. Find specific visa information for your destination.
Health
Travelling to (sub) tropical destinations means taking care of your health. Read more about health issues for the area you're visiting.
Electricity
220V AC, 50Hz, European-style two-round-pin plugs are standard (some have a third smaller pin).
Dialling Code
+39 (national), 0 51 + six- or seven-figure number (Bologna).
City Name Tourist Info
Fit In
Lose 20 years and go back to college – this is a student city after all. Jeans and leather jackets are the norm.
Public Holidays 2011-2012
- Easter Monday 25 Apr
- Liberation Day 25 Apr
- Labour Day 1 May
- Republic Day 2 Jun
- Assumption 15 Aug
- Feast of San Petronio 4 Oct
- All Saints' Day 1 Nov
- Immaculate Conception 8 Dec
- Christmas Day 25 Dec
- Boxing Day 26 Dec
- New Year's Day 1 Jan
- Epiphany 6 Jan
