The Dante Alighieri Italian School of Bologna is located in the heart of the city, few steps away from the famous Piazza Maggiore. Immersed in a lively and cultural city, the School of Bologna is very close to many attractive opportunities.
Here are 5 things to do in Bologna if you enroll in our language courses:
Do you wish to move around the city like the local people do? Download the app and discover the bike sharing system in Bologna! You may visit the historical city centre in an easy and economical way! Bologna is built on a flat land, therefore cycling is fun and enjoyable. If you need more information, click here.
The University of Bologna is the oldest in Europe and the Archiginnasio, 10 minutes away from the School, was one of its first location. Today, however, it is a Civic Library, the largest in Emilia Romagna, and has more than 8,000 manuscripts from the 10th century onwards. In addition, you may admire the largest heraldic mural complex and the decorative emblems of the students and the Masters of the Studio.
If you love books, do not miss the beautiful Sala Borsa Library. In addition to the books, the free card allows you to rent up to 10 DVDs among the many in the catalogue. Click here for further information.
In Bologna do not miss the opportunity to taste the famous “piadina romagnola”! It is one of the typical delicious dishes of the area. To taste an artisanal and varied “piadina romagnola”, a stone’s throw from the school you will find La tua piadina. You may select among different types of piadina and several ingredients!
A day of study can only end with a dinner or a glass of wine at the Osteria del Sole. It is an ancient tavern dated back to 1465, set among the alleys of the center. You may have a glass of wine, bringing something to eat with you that you may have it inside the tavern! Discover further information here and book your table now!
