Arco del Meloncello, Bologna

Name: Arco del Meloncello
Address: Bologna, Italy

#132 among attractions in Bologna

Baroque architecture

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The Arco del Meloncello is an 18th-century Rococo structure in Bologna, that forms a pedestrian portico over the road; it is part of the Portico di San Luca, a long arcade that sheltered the walk from the Cathedral of Bologna to the hillside Sanctuary of San Luca, Bologna. It lies beyond the gates of the Porta Saragozza, outside the former city walls of Bologna. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 44°29'25"N, 11°18'8"E

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Day trips

Arco del Meloncello – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stadio Renato Dall'Ara, Santuario della Madonna di San Luca, Prati di Caprara, Certosa di Bologna.

0.4 miE
Sport venue, Sport complex, Sport
Stadio Renato Dall'Ara, Bologna
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Hilltop, 18th-century sanctuary church
Santuario della Madonna di San Luca, Bologna
21 min walk • Perched atop the serene hill of Guardia is the Santuario della Madonna di San Luca, a historic church that stands as a beacon of spiritual solace and architectural grandeur in the city of Bologna, Italy. This venerable sanctuary, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, has been...
1.4 miNE
Forest
Prati di Caprara, Bologna
35 min walk • Prati di Caprara is a natural area located in the city of Bologna in Italy, known for its beautiful landscapes and green spaces. It is a place that encourages spending time outdoors and is a popular recreational spot for both residents and tourists.
0.5 miNE
Cemetery
Certosa di Bologna, Bologna
14 min walk • The Certosa di Bologna is a former Carthusian monastery in Bologna, northern Italy, which was founded in 1334 and suppressed in 1797. In 1801 it became the city's Monumental Cemetery which would be much praised by Byron and others.
1.2 miE
Gothic architecture
Porta Saragozza, Bologna
32 min walk • The Porta Saragozza of Bologna was one of the gates or portals in the medieval walls of this city. The gate was built in the 13-14th centuries, and by 1334 it was provided with a drawbridge crossing a moat.
1.2 miE
Museum, Church
San Giuseppe Sposo, Bologna
30 min walk • San Giuseppe Sposo is a medieval Roman Catholic church and convent, now respectively parish church and museum, near Porta Saragozza in Bologna, Italy.
1.1 miN
44°30'19"N • 11°17'46"E
Fondazione Mast, Bologna
28 min walk • Museum, Art gallery
0.7 miE
Museum, Specialty museum
Museo della tappezzeria, Bologna
17 min walk • The Museum of Upholstery, now the "Vittorio Zironi" Museum of Fabric and Upholstery, is part of the system of Civic Museums of Ancient Art of the Municipality of Bologna. Founded by the artisan upholsterer Vittorio Zironi, it is housed in the...
1.5 miSE
44°28'33"N • 11°19'35"E
Fondazione Villa Ghigi, Bologna
40 min walk • Park

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Arco del Meloncello?

Nearby attractions include Certosa di Bologna, Bologna (14 min walk), Museo della tappezzeria, Bologna (17 min walk), Santuario della Madonna di San Luca, Bologna (21 min walk).

How to get to Arco del Meloncello by public transport?

The nearest stations to Arco del Meloncello:

Bus

Funivia • Lines: 20, 21, 94 (3 min walk)
Don Sturzo • Lines: 20, 21 (5 min walk)

Trolleybus

Certosa • Lines: 14 (6 min walk)
Barca Guardassoni • Lines: 14 (7 min walk)