www.commne.bologna.it
Euro
Wizz Air: 899 018874 / 899 018875
SNAPSHOT
Escape the summer heat and visit an exhibition to Emilia-Romagna’s director Maestro Federico Fellini at the Institute of Modern Art. It ends 25 July. www.. mambo-bologna.org
FROM AIRPORT TO CITY
To reach Bologna from Forlì’s RidolfiAirport, take the bus to Forlì train station, from where regular trains to Bologna depart. It’s €3.50 (bus) plus €4.80 (train) and takes 75 minutes.
FOOD
Trattoria da Pietro
Via de’ Falegnami 18, Bologna, +39 051 648 6240, www.trattoriadapietro.it Rustic restaurant in the heart of the city, famous for Bolognese pasta dishes and fresh flame-grilled meats. Pay €18 for a large steak.
Trattoria Meloncello
Via Saragozza 240a, Bologna, + 39 (0)51 614 3947 Some of the best food in Bologna in one of the best locations so be sure to book ahead. Have a hearty meal (pasta dishes around €9) and then climb the steps of San Luca for great views.
FRIENDS
Bistro 18
Via Clavature 18b, Bologna, +39 051 273 014, www.bistrot18.com Upmarket slow-food hangout in one of Bologna’s liveliest little streets – wide range of pre-dinner cocktails, €8.
Mamolo Cafe
Via S. Mamolo 23, Bologna, +39 051 332 705, www.mamolocafe.it Just outside the city walls, this airy bar/ café is lively and serves great apperitivi. Drink is €5.50, with great free nibbles.
INSIDER TIP
At the weekend in the summer, many Bolognese head to the seaside – just over an hour away by train (Rimini).
Words Andrew Lawless |
