Archiginnasio Ticket + Tasting at the Quadrilatero Market

Gastronomy & history star in this combo ticket that includes entry to the Archiginnasio & a tasting at the Quadrilateral Market. You'll visit one of Bologna's must-see monuments & taste the famous Bolognese sauce!

Why visit the Archiginnasio of Bologna?

With this ticket to the Palace of the Archiginnasio, you'll learn about the history of one of the most emblematic buildings of Bologna. A must-see in the Emilia Romagna region!

Built in the 16th century by order of Cardinal Charles Borromeo, the Archiginnasio was the seat of the University of Bologna. You'll see numerous coats of arms painted on its walls, corresponding to the surnames of over 7,000 students who attended.

Your English audioguide will provide insights while you visit the cloister and its two main rooms: the Anatomical Theater and the Stabat Mater room.

In the Anatomical Theater, witness a historic classroom filled with wooden sculptures where medical studies took place. Discover the legacy of Gaspare Tagliacozzi, a pioneer of plastic surgery, through his statue.

From the Sala dello Stabat Mater, you can see the Archiginnasio Municipal Library, which holds over 35,000 ancient books.

Tasting at the Quadrilatero Market

Your Archiginnasio entry includes a tasting at the Quadrilateral, one of Bologna's renowned markets. You'll receive two snack tickets to use at any time during the day or within six days.

Each voucher includes a drink and a typical tapa, such as crescenza cheese with mortadella or meatballs Bolognese or tigellone with ragu. Enjoy your snack at any of the stalls in the Quadrilateral Market.