Attraction · Bologna
Archiginnasio and Anatomical Theatre: free entry days, tickets & hours
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Archiginnasio is free today, 09:00–19:00.
- Otherwise: anatomical Theatre + Stabat Mater with audioguide — €10.
Calendar
Free days at Archiginnasio
- SAT24OCTSaturday, 24 October 2026 · today · 09:00–19:00
- MON26OCTMonday, 26 October 2026 · in 2 days · 09:00–19:00
- TUE27OCTTuesday, 27 October 2026 · in 3 days · 09:00–19:00
- WED28OCTWednesday, 28 October 2026 · in 4 days · 09:00–19:00
- THU29OCTThursday, 29 October 2026 · in 5 days · 09:00–19:00
- FRI30OCTFriday, 30 October 2026 · in 6 days · 09:00–19:00
312 free days for everyone in the next 12 months. Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- The double-loggia courtyard covered in thousands of student coats of arms is free - walk in from Piazza Galvani.
- The Anatomical Theatre now needs a booked audioguide (€10) or guided (€12) slot - no more cheap walk-in ticket.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free areaFree to enter the palace: courtyard, loggias and coats of arms · 09:00–19:00 | everyone | The Anatomical Theatre and Stabat Mater hall are paid and need a booking; the library is for study only (no tourist visits). | No |
Official prices
Archiginnasio ticket prices
| Anatomical Theatre + Stabat Mater with audioguide — Guided visit (Anatomical Theatre, Stabat Mater, Santa Maria dei Bulgari chapel, Cubiculum Artistarum) €12, reduced €10; audioguide route reduced €8. Booking compulsory. School classes: primary/middle free, high school €2. | €10 |
| Guided visit: Anatomical Theatre, Stabat Mater, Santa Maria dei Bulgari, Cubiculum Artistarum | €12 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (anatomical theatre + stabat mater with audioguide). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
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Ratings and prices from the booking partners; prices may change.
Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | 09:00–19:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 09:00–19:00 |
| Wed | 09:00–19:00 |
| Thu | 09:00–19:00 |
| Fri | 09:00–19:00 |
| Sat | 09:00–19:00 |
| Sun | Closed |
Palace Monday-Saturday 9am-7pm, closed Sunday. Anatomical Theatre and Stabat Mater hall by booked time slot (check the booking page). Holidays: 8 and 26 Dec 10am-6pm, 24 and 31 Dec 10am-1pm, closed 25 Dec. The library inside keeps its own hours (Sat until 2pm).
Piazza Luigi Galvani 1, 40124 Bologna, Italy
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FAQ
Archiginnasio: common questions
Is Archiginnasio free?
Archiginnasio is free for everyone to enter the palace: courtyard, loggias and coats of arms. Free to enter the palace: courtyard, loggias and coats of arms. Otherwise the official ticket costs €10.
When is Archiginnasio free?
Free to enter the palace: courtyard, loggias and coats of arms. The next free date is Saturday, 24 October 2026.
How much is a ticket to Archiginnasio?
Anatomical Theatre + Stabat Mater with audioguide costs €10 on the official site.
What day is Archiginnasio closed?
Archiginnasio is closed on Sundays. Palace Monday-Saturday 9am-7pm, closed Sunday. Anatomical Theatre and Stabat Mater hall by booked time slot (check the booking page). Holidays: 8 and 26 Dec 10am-6pm, 24 and 31 Dec 10am-1pm, closed 25 Dec. The library inside keeps its own hours (Sat until 2pm).
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Sources
Where this comes from
- bolognawelcome.com/it/luoghi/torri-edifici-storici/archiginnasio · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
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