Useful information
Bologna
The heart of Bologna is its medieval city centre, enclosed within the city walls – today replaced by a ring-road; only the city’s “porte” (gates) remains. While numerous public transports are available, everything within the walls is easily accessible on foot within a 20-40 minute walk. Walking under Bologna’s ancient porticos will lead you through a network of narrow zig-zag lanes, ultimately guiding you to the broader streets, the main square (Piazza Maggiore), and the Two Towers (Due Torri). Beneath the porticos, you will discover traditional street food vendors, Italian and international restaurants, souvenir shops, and unique fashion boutiques.
The University and the Department of the Arts
The Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna is the oldest university in the western world, continuously operating since the 11th century. University activities are widely distributed throughout Bologna, both within the historic centre and its outskirts in ancient and modern complexes, as well as a multicampus system located in the main urban centres surrounding Bologna.
The Department of the Arts (DAR) was established in 2012 through the merger of the Department of Visual Arts and the Department of Drama and Music Studies. Its comprehensive scientific and educational approach has enabled the continued development of the artistic domain, gaining full recognition within the Italian university system. This recognition was significantly strengthened by the University of Bologna fifty years ago with the inauguration of the Degree in Drama, Art, and Music Studies (DAMS) in 1970/1971.
While the DAR is organised across four different locations, its headquarters is situated at Palazzo Marescotti on via Barberia 4. This Renaissance building, later embellished with baroque decorations and architectures, served various functions over time, including housing the provincial headquarters for the Communist Party and the Gramsci Institute. In 1997, it was acquired by the University of Bologna to host the Department of Music and Drama Studies.
Department of the Arts: https://dar.unibo.it/en
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Italian plugs and sockets
In Italy there are three associated plug types, types C, F and L. Plug type C is the plug which has two round pins, plug type F is the plug which has two round pins with two earth clips on the side and plug type L is the plug type which has three round pins. Italy operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz. Adaptors can be easily purchased at electronic shops at the airport (Carrefour Express and Relay-edicola tabacchi) and around the city.
Italian sim cards
The main phone operators in Italy are Vodafone, Windtre, Tim, and Iliad. Simcards can be purchased at the airport (Carrefour Express and Relay-edicola tabacchi) and at phone stores around the city.
Conference venue
Dipartimento delle Arti (Department of the Arts)
via Barberia 4, 40123 Bologna
Position on Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/n8BwLH9trC
Airport
Aeroporto di Bologna “G. Marconi”
Via del Triumvirato, 84, 40132 Bologna BO
https://www.bologna-airport.it/en/welcome-to-bologna-airport/?idC=6217
Transportation
- From/to Bologna Airport to city centre
By taxi: around 25-30 minutes (around €20)
Public transport: the Marconi Express Train runs every 7-15 minutes (5:40am-12pm), connecting the airport with Bologna Centrale Railway Station in 8 minutes (€12.80). - From/to Bologna Centrale Railway Station
By taxi: around 15 minutes (around €10)
Public transport: multiple buses available (lines A, 25, 36, 39), some including a short walk to reach the destination (15-20 minutes total). Please be aware that some buses do not run after 11 pm.
Tickets for the Marconi Express Train are available at the station from automatic machines, designated shops (Tabaccheria) or online: https://www.marconiexpress.it/en/
Public transport tickets are available at designated shops (Tabaccheria) and at automatic ticket machine (at the train station).
A single ticket (valid for 75 minutes within the urban area) costs €1,50. Bus drivers do not sell tickets, there are specific automatic machines for credit cards (contactless, € 1,50) and coins (€2) on the bus.
A one-day ticket (giornaliero, €6.00): it is valid for 24 hours from the moment of validation and can be used to travel within the urban area of Bologna on any route, including using multiple lines. It must be validated at the beginning of the first journey.
City pass – “10 viaggi” (€14.00): it is valid for 10 journeys, each lasting 75 minutes. It allows travel within the urban area of Bologna on any route, including using multiple lines. The validity of each journey is 75 minutes from validation or until disembarking from the bus where it was validated.
More information here (Italian only): https://www.tper.it/tariffe
Taxi Service: TaxiCAT (+39) 051 4590; COTABO (+39) 051 372727
Information for Public Transport: https://bolognaliving.com/getting-around-in-bologna/
In case of need, Single European Emergency Number: 112
Accommodation
Bologna offers a diverse range of accommodation options, easily found through popular platforms like Booking.com, Airbnb.com, Expedia.com, etc. Additionally, please check the following list of partnered hotels.
Partnered hotels
To secure a discounted rate at the following hotels, guests must book by indicating their participation in the “Conferenza AAWM 2024 – Dipartimento delle Arti”. Make your reservation by phone or email and not through portals (e.g., Booking.com, Expedia.com, etc.) otherwise the hotels won’t be able to offer a discount price for conference participants.
No rooms have been pre-booked: hotels will respond according to availability.
Please note that all rates do not include the Bologna city tax (€3-5 per day).
Hotel Accademia
3-star hotel
Via delle Belle Arti, 6, 40126 Bologna BO
http://www.hotelaccademia.com/
Single Room €80.00
Superior Single Room €85.00
Classic Double Room for Single Use €105.00
Classic Double Room €125.00
Deluxe Single Room for Single Use €115.00
Deluxe Double Room €135.00
Superior Single Room for Single Use €120.00
Superior Double Room €140.00
Triple Room €160.00
Junior Suite/Family Room (4 people) €170.00
Hotel University
3-star hotel
Via Mentana, 7, 40126 Bologna BO
http://www.hoteluniversitybologna.it/
Double room/double bed €108.00
Single-use double room €86.00
Requests will be handled based on our availability.
Hotel Roma
Via d’Azeglio, 9, 40123 Bologna BO
https://www.hotelroma.biz
Double room €170.00
Single room €140.00
Nuovo Hotel del Porto
Via del Porto, 6, 40122 Bologna BO
http://www.nuovohoteldelporto.com/
Single room €62.00
Double room €85.00
Other hotels
Astoria (non-partnered hotel, offering rooms all around the city)
Via Fratelli Rosselli, 14, 40121 Bologna BO
https://be.bookingexpert.it/book/home/domain?layout=7486&lang=it¤cy=EUR&nsid=167d8932-e5eb-485f-8f04-736bfea1d24c
Recommended restaurants
Trattoria Della Santa
Via Urbana, 7/F, 40123 Bologna BO
051330415
https://www.trattoriadellasanta.com/
Cantina Bentivoglio
Via Mascarella, 4/b, 40126 Bologna BO
051265416
http://www.cantinabentivoglio.it/cucina/
Pizzeria Anema & Core
Via delle Lame, 55a, 40122 Bologna BO
051522230
http://www.ristorantedabertino.it/
Ristorante Via con me
Via S. Gervasio, 5d, 40121 Bologna BO
051267420
http://www.viaconme.biz/
Ristorante La verace
Via Cairoli, 16/b, 40121 Bologna BO
0515882700
http://www.ristorantelaverace.it/
Ristorante/pizzeria Il Pirata del Porto
Via del Porto, 42b, 40122 Bologna BO
051552750
https://ilpiratadelporto.com/
Ristorante La Svolta
Via Nosadella, 35a, 40123 Bologna BO
0510390032
https://disv.it/mZrA9
Osteria Atipico
Via de’ Fusari, 9B, 40123 Bologna BO
05119986887
http://www.phihotelbologna.com/it/atipico-osteria
Pubs, take-away and street food can be found everywhere in Bologna, particularly in renowned student areas (via del Pratello/Piazza San Francesco, via Zamboni, Piazza Aldrovandi, Via Petroni/Piazza Verdi, via Mascarella).