Probably one of Italy’s most recognised names and central to Tuscany which is beloved by the English and often referred to as ‘Little England’. As a result of this, more UK visitors go to Tuscany than any other Italian area .It abounds with a superb equitable climate, historical towns and legendary authentic Italian culture.

Whilst Florence and Rome are clogged with visitors, Bologna remains relative tourist free and you still can experience a true Italian ambiance.

It is the capital town of the Emilia province and home of the oldest University in the Western World. Bologna is worth a visit if only by arriving early for your Motorail train and exploring the city.

Legendary for its cuisine and the ‘home’ of Bolognese sauce this city is surrounded by the vineyards of Frascati and Lambrusco wine. Do spend some time there.Take a lunch on its street restaurants

Music lovers will adore the 18th century Opera House and petrolheads will feel happy that they are in the birthplace of Lamborghini, Ducati and Maserati. The presence of these industries which remain there has led the City to be twinned with Coventry.

Choose Bologna if you want to go to Verona or to tour the Italian Lakes, the Venetian Lagoon or East to the Italian Riviera. Go to the hitherland to Florence.just 90 minutes away. To Arezzo and its famous piazza or West to the Adriatic Riviera and the resorts of Rimini and Cattolica. It’s such a good destination to choose for every part of Italy and beyond

A thriving ferry port at Ancona links Italy to Greece and beyond and many clients wanting to connect with these ferries choose Bologna which is under 2 hours from there.

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