Specialty Shops Walking Tour (Self Guided), Bologna
Italians prefer to do their shopping in small specialty shops, which are numerous in Bologna. You can find anything from Italian wines, Italian hats, ceramics and books to unique designer shoes and much more. Take this self-guided tour to discover the best in Bologna’s specialty shops.
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Specialty Shops Walking Tour Map
Guide Name: Specialty Shops Walking Tour
Guide Location: Italy » Bologna (See other walking tours in Bologna)
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Sightseeing)
# of Attractions: 5
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles
Author: vickyc
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Italy » Bologna (See other walking tours in Bologna)
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Sightseeing)
# of Attractions: 5
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles
Author: vickyc
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Stefano Branchini's Shop
- Feltrinelli International
- Atti
- Tamburini
- Enoteca Italiana
1) Stefano Branchini's Shop
Stefano Branchini's Shop is where you can find unique, high quality footwear for men and women, including boots, casual, dress or any type of shoe. Its Trofeo line is made in Branchini’s traditional style.
2) Feltrinelli International
Feltrinelli International is a large shop where you can find a wide selection of books in several languages, including English, Spanish, German and French. This store also offers a good selection of DVDs.
Operation hours: Monday - Saturday: 9 am - 8 pm; Sunday: 10 am - 8 pm.
Operation hours: Monday - Saturday: 9 am - 8 pm; Sunday: 10 am - 8 pm.
3) Atti
Atti is a small food shop in the very heart of Old Town. It sells traditional pastries, such as panettone and other special Italian cakes, as well as meringue shells with your choice of filling. Atti also sells breads, lasagna and other pastas.
Operation hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:30 am - 7:15 pm; Friday - Saturday: 7:30 am - 7:30 pm; Sunday: 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Operation hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:30 am - 7:15 pm; Friday - Saturday: 7:30 am - 7:30 pm; Sunday: 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
4) Tamburini
Bologna is famous for its homemade pasta. Tamburini sells this and other local delicacies such as hams and cheeses. Since 1932, this shop has been a local tradition, offering only the highest quality food.
Operation hours: Monday - Saturday: 8:30 am - 8 pm; Sunday: 10 am - 6:30 pm
Operation hours: Monday - Saturday: 8:30 am - 8 pm; Sunday: 10 am - 6:30 pm
5) Enoteca Italiana
Enoteca Italiana, a famous wine shop that shouldn’t be missed, offers a wide selection of Italian and international wines at very reasonable prices. There is also a wine and coffee bar where guests can sample gourmet food.
Operation hours: Monday - Sunday: 7:30 am - 9:30 pm (in November and December closed on Sundays)
Operation hours: Monday - Sunday: 7:30 am - 9:30 pm (in November and December closed on Sundays)
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Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
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Travel Distance: 4.5 Km or 2.8 Miles
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Travel Distance: 4.5 Km or 2.8 Miles
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