Discover the Sanctuary of the Madonna of San Luca, a basilica church in Bologna in northern Italy. Admire the views from atop a forested hill some 300 meters above the city.

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Duration 2.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: Spanish, English, Italian
Private group

Highlights

Visit the monastery
Enjoy a panorama of Bologna
Learn the history of Portici

Full description

The arcade that connects Porta Saragozza to the Sanctuary of San Luca is the longest in the world. Within its 3.5 kilometers there are 666 arches, each marked by a number: the first 306 connect Porta Saragozza to Meloncello Arch, while the last 360 are located in the hilly area from Meloncello to Colle della Guardia. These are spaced out by 15 chapels illustrating the mystery of the rosary.

The tour starts from Piazza Maggiore with a little train ride to Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca. Begin the guided tour with the Sanctuary of San Luca and its panoramic forecourt with an optional visit to the Dome of the Sanctuary to admire the panorama of the city. Enjoy the descent with a little train ride along the arcade that leads to Meloncello's Arch and then along via Saragozza. Passing through Porta Saragozza, arrive at the Collegio di Spagna and de'Carbonesi, continuing via Massimo d'Azeglio you’ll return to Piazza Maggiore.

Includes

Experienced tour guide
Train ticket

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Not suitable for

People with mobility impairments
Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Piazza del Nettuno

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Important information

Not allowed

Pets

Know before you go

This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility

Nearby destinations

Nearby sights

Sanctuary of S. Luca with Train and Private Guide

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