Nightlife in Bologna
Bologna is a vibrant university city with an equally lively nightlife. Bars and clubs congregate round Piazza Maggiore square and the hip University quarter, specialising in cocktails or sedate glasses of wine, the latest techno or live music at venues like Osteria Polese. Most clubs open approximately 9pm-3am and dress code is smart. Many bars serve food and drinks throughout the day and into the small hours.
Bars
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1. Zanarini - Bars
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The period decor has been given a sleek modern makeover but Zanarini remains one of Bologna's best-known bars. It's a sophisticated retreat for an aperitif after shopping in Galleria Cavour next door, and is famous for its outrageously good cakes.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1, Piazza Galvani, Bologna 40124
Telephone
+39 051 275 0041
Transport
Bus A, C or 11 to Via Farini
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2. Le Stanze - Bars
Show moreFew cocktail bars are as stunningly located as Le Stanze, housed in a former chapel in the University quarter with Renaissance frescoes on ceilings and walls. The candlelit ambience, cocktails and laid-back music are a fine match for the surroundings.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1, Via Borgo di San Pietro, Bologna 40126
Telephone
+39 051 228 767
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3. Cafe de Paris - Bars
Show moreJust off Piazza Maggiore square, popular Cafe de Paris serves inventive cocktails accompanied by good-quality bar snacks in the early evening and into the night. Grab a table on the terrace for people-watching to a cool soundtrack.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1c, Piazza della Francia, Bologna 40124
Telephone
+39 051 234 980
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4. Godot Wine Bar - Bars
Show moreCosy Godot Wine Bar, in the trendy University quarter, serves fine wines from near and far. Choose rare and interesting wines by the glass or bottle and nibble on cheeses or mortadella.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
12, Via Cartoleria, Bologna 40124
Telephone
+39 051 226 315
Clubs
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5. Kinki - Clubs
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Popular Kinki near the Two Towers welcomes a mixed crowd and plays mainly house music. Make a date with The Basement every other Sunday for laid-back sounds, welcoming sofas, glasses of bubbly and home-made bar food.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1, Via Zamboni, Bologna 40126
Telephone
+39 051 266 028
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6. La Scuderia - Clubs
Show moreNear the Two Towers, La Scuderia is a modern nightclub housed in the former stable of the Bentivoglio family. The atmosphere is art-gallery cool, with crowds swinging to smooth jazz and house. Get things started by dining at the restaurant.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
2, Piazza Verdi, Bologna 40126
Telephone
+39 051 6569619
Entertainment
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7. Osteria Polese - Entertainment
Show moreJust south of the train station, the moody New York-style Chez Baker jazz club hosts seriously good local and international jazz. Eat along with the music in the basement or dine before the show in the main dining room.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
7a, Via Polese, Bologna 40122
Telephone
+39 051 223 795
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8. Teatro Comunale di Bologna - Entertainment
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Teatro Comunale di Bologna, north-east of Piazza Maggiore square, is one of Italy's most significant classical music and opera venues. With its golden tiers of arched balconies, it's a sumptuous location to enjoy year-round seasons of opera, symphonies, ballet and concerts.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1, Largo Respighi, Bologna 40126
Telephone
+39 051 529958
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9. Cantina Bentivoglio - Entertainment
Show moreCantina Bentivoglio is a friendly, upbeat live jazz club near the University quarter which doubles as a restaurant and wine bar. The lively calendar of entertainment has attracted such luminaries as Ron Blake, Max Roach and Wynton Marsalis.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
4b, Via Mascarella, Bologna 40126
Telephone
+39 051 265 416
