Historic Churches

This collection highlights thirteen historic churches and basilicas across Bologna and the Emilia-Romagna region, featuring significant Roman Catholic sites. The list includes architectural styles ranging from Romanesque and Gothic to Baroque, with notable landmarks such as the Basilica of San Petronio and the Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca, some of which are renowned for their art, religious relics, and centuries-old heritage.

Basilica of San Petronio

The Basilica of San Petronio is a minor basilica and church of the Archdiocese of Bologna located in Bologna, Emilia Romagna, northern…

Basilica of Santo Stefano

The basilica of Santo Stefano encompasses a complex of religious edifices in the city of Bologna, Italy.

Basilica of San Domenico

Historic church and convent known for its religious significance, Renaissance and Gothic architecture, and rich collection of art and relics.

Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Peter

Historic Roman Catholic cathedral featuring Baroque interior art and a notable campanile. It is a significant site of religious worship and architectural heritage.

Basilica of San Giacomo Maggiore

The Basilica of San Giacomo Maggiore is an historic Roman Catholic church in Bologna, region of Emilia Romagna, Italy, serving a monastery…

Basilica of Saint Maria Dei Servi

Santa Maria dei Servi is a Roman Catholic basilica in Bologna, Italy.

Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca

The Sanctuary of the Madonna of San Luca is a basilica church in Bologna, northern Italy, sited atop a forested hill, Colle or Monte della…

Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Vita

The Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Vita is a late-Baroque-style, Roman Catholic church in central Bologna, near the Piazza Maggiore.

Cattedrale di San Cassiano Martire

Cathedral basilica located in Imola, Emilia-Romagna, dedicated to Saint Cassian.

Santuario di Bocca di Rio

Marian sanctuary located in Emilia-Romagna, dedicated to the Blessed Virgin of Boccadirio.

Cenobio di San Vittore

Visit one of the oldest and most beautiful churches in the region. It was built in the 11th century and restored in 1999.

Oratorio di San Pietro

Small Roman Catholic oratory in Bologna.

Santa Maria Assunta, Riola di Vergato

Santa Maria Assunta is a Catholic church located in Riola di Vergato, northern Italy.