Basilica Di San Petronio

Top 1% of attractions in Bologna
8/10

5 expert reviews

“The main church of Bologna, San Petronio Basilica dominates the main plaza.”

– Afar Magazine

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"Bologna's hulking Gothic basilica is the world's fifth-largest church." Full review
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Look out for the huge sundial that stretches 67.7m down the eastern aisle.
Fodor's Fodor's
"Construction on this vast cathedral began in 1390; and the work, as you can see, still isn't finished." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Among the few flourishes are a magnificent central doorway surrounded by Old Testament figures rendered in marble." Full review
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The longest sundial in the world stretches for 70 meters (231 feet).
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"The Basilica di San Petronio steals the show, partly for its size, partly for its legendary façade that was left unfinished when a 16th-century pope decided it would outshine St. Peter's..."
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