What to do in San Vito

To visit Piazza Maggiore is to experience the essence of Bologna. In the Middle Ages, the city’s citizens gathered in the square to hear decrees, shop and barter for goods, and even witness executions. Today, enjoy the Italian pace of life and see some of Bologna’s most beautiful medieval buildings surrounding the square.

The Museo Ferrari Maranello is the illustrious home of the flashiest cars in the world. Learn the ins and outs of Formula 1 and the World Championship through the eyes of this Italian car giant. Its permanent exhibition features stunning cars and a simulator designed so you can “live the dream”.

The Lamborghini Museum delves into the history of the House of the Raging Bull, highlighting the major achievements of the company and its founder over the years. See books, scale models, rare prototypes, marine engines and other memorabilia, all of which provide insight into how Lamborghini became one of the most coveted luxury sports cars in the world.

Imagine the wind in your hair as you zoom around the Emilia-Romagna countryside at the Museo Enzo Ferrari. See dozens of rare and unique Ferrari car models, as well as other marques, learn all about the great man’s life and even visit the room where he was born. In this shrine for sports car lovers, whether you’re an automobile enthusiast or not, you’ll see the beauty and precision that make Ferrari renowned all around the world.

The Ducati Museum, which is part of the Ducati headquarters, is dedicated to the history of this renowned Italian motorcycle company. In addition to checking out examples of various Ducati race bikes, visitors also get a glimpse of how Ducatis come together in the factory.

The Tower of Asinelli (Torre degli Asinelli) and the leaning Tower of Garisenda form Bologna’s emblematic Two Towers. Among the most striking architectural landmarks of the city, the monuments stand at an historic intersection that leads to the gates of Bologna’s old city walls. When you visit the Two Towers, climb to the lookout deck of the Tower of Asinelli for a bird’s-eye view of the city center.