I recently visited Bologna for a few days. It is one of my favourite cities in Italy and I love wandering in the historical centre to discover new things and revisit familiar places.
There is a wonderful piazza in front of Santo Stefano church. The porticoes along the street in front are filled with cafes and bars. They are great during the day but really come alive in the early evening for aperitivo.
I like to arrive just before sunset and watch the light change as people come and go on their way home from work or before heading out for dinner.
There are more cafes in the streets surrounding the piazza.
This cafe caught my eye because of the stunning flower pot in front.
I went to Piazza Santo Stefano every night that I was in Bologna and on the last night I had dinner at Pappagallo at the beginning of the street leading into Piazza Santo Stefano. I went there many years ago and while I liked it, I found it a bit formal. (Here is a post from my first visit… Pappagallo)
They now have outdoor dining so I chose a table and sat to watch the passing parade.
There is lots to love in Bologna. It was a bit overcast and drizzly for some of my visit, but it didn’t stop me from walking around the city. There is always time to say hello to Neptune and friends…The Maserati Trident
I have written about the food market in Via Drapperie and Via Pescheria a couple of times. There are not quite as many stalls as there once were but it is still excellent…The food market in Bologna revisited
Two lovely flower shops are there too.
This is one of two of the remaining towers in Bologna.
Several years ago I climbed to the top…498 steps to the top
Bologna is a vibrant city with much to offer. I will return…Back to Bologna