Bologna is often celebrated as Italy’s food capital, but there’s so much more to this vibrant city than its legendary tortellini and mortadella. Unordinary Italy invites you to experience Bologna from a fresh perspective—one that uncovers its deep artistic soul, ancient mysteries, and thriving underground culture.
Step into the city’s musical heritage, from the historic Teatro Comunale to hidden jazz clubs where world-class musicians perform in intimate settings. Explore the lesser-known legacy of Bologna’s ancient Tarot tradition, where medieval symbolism and esoteric knowledge intertwine in the city’s art and architecture.
For history lovers, Bologna’s whispering walls and secret canals offer an alternative view of its past. Stand beneath the Palazzo del Podestà and experience the city’s famous acoustic illusion, or follow the hidden waterways that once powered Bologna’s silk industry. Meanwhile, street art enthusiasts can discover a different side of Bologna in the Bolognina district, where modern murals tell stories of resistance, migration, and local culture.
Nightfall brings a different energy to the city. Swap traditional sightseeing for a Bologna by night experience, where dimly lit porticoes lead to underground theaters, poetry readings, and experimental performances. Or immerse yourself in the city’s deep connection to astrology with a visit to Torre Prendiparte, where medieval scholars once studied the stars.
Bologna is more than a food lover’s paradise—it’s a city of stories, sounds, and surprises. With Unordinary Italy, explore a side of Bologna that goes beyond the plate and into the heart of its hidden narratives.