Vast Gothic basilica with an unfinished brick & marble facade, housing 22 art-filled side chapels.
At a glance
#11 of 12 Catholic churches in Bologna #8 of 8 Basilicas in BolognaLocalGuideWorld score: 4.50
Rating breakdown
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5 ★70%
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4 ★21%
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3 ★5%
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2 ★1%
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1 ★4%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of Basilica di San Petronio?
- Basilica di San Petronio is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 4,042 reviews.
- How does Basilica di San Petronio rank in Bologna?
- Basilica di San Petronio is #11 of 12 Catholic churches in Bologna by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Basilica di San Petronio located?
- Piazza Maggiore, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy — 0.1 km from the center of Bologna.
- How can I contact Basilica di San Petronio?
- Phone: +39 051 231415 · Website: basilicadisanpetronio.org
A beautiful church, free on the day to visit. Some beautiful alcoved statues to religious icons. A serene and peaceful place that you must see. Thre are optional things and just need to make sure you time your visit right. The ceilings in the alcoves are beautifully decorated.
This Basilica is very interesting as it has a musical instruments collection or mini museum inside of it. The church itself has very stunning architecture and it’s very well kept and maintained. The musical instruments collection is too, it’s definitely a unique basilica. I really enjoyed the time I spent here and seeing the instruments. I would definitely recommend visiting this beautiful place.
Located in Piazza Maggiore, one of the central points of Bologna, San Petronio Basilica has a striking front view. The construction of the Basilica, which started at the end of the 14th century, was left unfinished and its façade could not be completed. While the part of the facade right up to the top of the entrance doors was full of marble and works of art, the rest remained brick. The entrance door was decorated by Jacopo della Quercia.
Although I do not find the interior of the church very interesting architecturally, the meridian line calculated and drawn by Giovanni Domenico Cassini is worth examining. Some of the chapels were also beautiful. In short, it is a nice spot to visit on your trip to Bologna and its entrance is free.
Although I do not find the interior of the church very interesting architecturally, the meridian line calculated and drawn by Giovanni Domenico Cassini is worth examining. Some of the chapels were also beautiful. In short, it is a nice spot to visit on your trip to Bologna and its entrance is free.
Awe inspiring basilica in the middle of Bologna right off of Piazza Maggiore. While there are three or four basilica (basicilice?) in Bologna, San Petronio is a must visit due to its' size and location.
This is one of the few places I have seen that will actually enforce the wearing of appropriate attire. If you are not, you have the option to purchase a disposable covering.
Large open space on the inside with a number of beautiful frescoes (including one with Mohammed!) and intricate chapels along the outside. There is a central calendar line and a significant amount of detail to explore throughout.
This is one of the few places I have seen that will actually enforce the wearing of appropriate attire. If you are not, you have the option to purchase a disposable covering.
Large open space on the inside with a number of beautiful frescoes (including one with Mohammed!) and intricate chapels along the outside. There is a central calendar line and a significant amount of detail to explore throughout.
Beautiful church ⛪️. Worth to visit, but you should be properly dressed. The sound inside was amazing 👏.
Die Basilika ist bis heute nicht fertiggestellt. Oben sind noch die Backsteine zu sehen, die nicht mehr mit Marmor verkleidet wurden. Man sollte die Basilika definitiv besuchen, wenn man in Bologna ist, zumal der Eintritt kostenlos ist. Wenn man auf dich Dachterrasse möchte um einen Blick von oben auf die Stadt zu genießen, kostet das 5€.
Leider wurde die Aussenfassade nie fertig gestellt. Aber von innen eine wirklich beeindruckende Kirche
Eintritt frei.
Es muss passende Kleidung getragen werden was auch am Eingang kontrolliert wird.
Eintritt frei.
Es muss passende Kleidung getragen werden was auch am Eingang kontrolliert wird.
Facing the bustling Piazza Maggiore, the grand Basilica commands attention with its facade, a work in progress since 1390. However, the true magnificence of the Basilica unfolds once you step inside, revealing a majestic interior that captivates visitors with its grandeur.
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