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Free things to do in Bologna

9 places with verified free entry · 4 free today

2 of them are free to enter every day they're open, and 3 have free days or free evenings for everyone. Below, each place shows whether it's free today, the next free date and who else gets in free — museums, landmarks, views and shows, each checked against its official website. What's free this week · cheap tickets under 10

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FAQ

Free things to do in Bologna: common questions

What can you visit for free in Bologna?

Free Tickets lists 9 places in Bologna with free entry we checked against official sources. Always free: San Petronio and Portico di San Luca. Free on set days: Archiginnasio, Santo Stefano and Pinacoteca Nazionale. Free for some visitors (children, students, residents and others): Collezioni Comunali d'Arte, MAMbo, Archaeological Museum and Pinacoteca Nazionale.

When are museums and landmarks free in Bologna?

Archiginnasio — to enter the palace: courtyard, loggias and coats of arms; Santo Stefano — to all seven churches and cloisters (donations welcome); Pinacoteca Nazionale — on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo). Each place page shows the next dates, with closures and holidays already taken out.

Which places in Bologna are free for children?

Pinacoteca Nazionale — age limits differ, see each page for the exact rule and the ID you may need.

Are there free museums in Bologna for students or young adults?

Yes: Pinacoteca Nazionale. Many of these rules apply only to EU or local residents, so check the conditions on each page.

What if I can't go on a free day?

Among the places here that charge entry, the cheapest standard adult ticket is MAMbo at €6 (official price). Each place page compares official prices with partner tickets and tours, and our cheap-tickets page lists everything for 10 or less.