Churches & cathedrals
Basilica of San Petronio
Bologna, Italy
The Basilica of San Petronio in Bologna, begun in 1390, boasts one of Italy's largest church façades, notable for its unfinished brick and stone design. Inside, you'll find the world's longest meridian line, used to track celestial bodies since 1655.
Good to know
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Nov
- Dress code
- Cover shoulders and knees
Unlock insider tips & fun facts
Sign up free to see the tips and facts we have collected for this place
Join free →
Free AI travel planner
Add Basilica of San Petronio to your itinerary
VoyaBear builds a full personalised trip plan for Bologna around your travel personality. Free, instant, and made for you.
Generate my itinerary — free