Experts' Choice Award Basilica - Santuario di Santo Stefano
What the experts agree on
Bologna's atmospheric "seven churches" complex—a medieval maze of connected basilicas, cloisters and courtyards dating back centuries, overlooking a lovely Renaissance square in Santo Stefano.
“A magnificent complex of churches, cloisters, and courtyards dating back to the fifth century.”
– Concierge
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Not just another church, the Santo Stefano is a rather unique (and atmospheric) medieval religious complex." Full review
Fodor's "This splendid and unusual basilica contains between four and seven connected churches (authorities differ)." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"This complex of religious buildings (originally seven) overlooks a beautiful square lined with Renaissance palazzi." Full review
Frommer's "Bologna’s most storied religious site is actually seven churches, a stone maze of medieval apses, romantic porticos and courtyards awash in legend" Full review
