San Petronio, Bologna

Name: San Petronio
Address: Piazza Galvani, 5, Bologna, 40124, Italy
Telephone: +39 051 231415

#83 among attractions in Bologna

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The Basilica of San Petronio is a minor basilica and church of the Archdiocese of Bologna located in Bologna, Emilia Romagna, northern Italy. It dominates Piazza Maggiore. The basilica is dedicated to the patron saint of the city, Saint Petronius, who was the bishop of Bologna in the fifth century. Construction began in 1390 and its main facade has remained unfinished since. The building was transferred from the city to the diocese in 1929; the basilica was finally consecrated in 1954. It has been the seat of the relics of Bologna's patron saint only since 2000; until then they were preserved in the Santo Stefano church of Bologna. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Romanesque architectureCoordinates: 44°29'34"N, 11°20'35"E

Address

Piazza Galvani, 5Santo Stefano (Galvani)Bologna 40124 Italy

Contact

+39 051 231415

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is San Petronio open?

San Petronio is open:

Monday 7:45 am - 1:30 pm & 2:30 pm - 6 pm
Tuesday 7:45 am - 1:30 pm & 2:30 pm - 6 pm
Wednesday 7:45 am - 1:30 pm & 2:30 pm - 6 pm
Thursday 7:45 am - 1:30 pm & 2:30 pm - 6 pm
Friday 7:45 am - 1:30 pm & 2:30 pm - 6 pm
Saturday 7:45 am - 6 pm
Sunday 7:45 am - 7 pm

Which popular attractions are close to San Petronio?

Nearby attractions include Palazzo dei Notai, Bologna (1 min walk), Archiginnasio of Bologna, Bologna (2 min walk), Anatomical theatre of the Archiginnasio, Bologna (2 min walk), Biblioteca comunale dell'Archiginnasio, Bologna (2 min walk).

How to get to San Petronio by public transport?

The nearest stations to San Petronio:

Bus

Piazza Galvani • Lines: 29, A (2 min walk)
Piazza Maggiore • Lines: 29, A (3 min walk)

Trolleybus

Farini • Lines: 13 (3 min walk)
Rizzoli • Lines: 13, 14 (5 min walk)

Train

Bologna Zanolini (23 min walk)
Bologna Centrale (24 min walk)