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Biblioteca Salaborsa
Sight4.6 · 1 1984.4 · 1 246≈ 45 minFree entry142 m from the center
Bologna's premier public library is housed inside the historic Palazzo d'Accursio on Piazza del Nettuno. Its main attraction is a transparent glass floor in the central hall, revealing excavated remains of Etruscan settlements, Roman Bononia, and medieval structures below. Today it serves as a bustling hub with books, cafes, and exhibitions.
Highlights
- Transparent glass floor revealing ancient archaeological ruins
- Excavated layers of Etruscan and Roman Bononia
- Neo-Renaissance covered atrium within Palazzo d'Accursio
Opening hours
| Mon | 14:00 – 19:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 14:00 – 19:00 |
| Wed | 09:00 – 14:00 |
| Thu | 09:00 – 14:00 |
| Fri | 09:00 – 14:00 |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
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