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Basilica of San Domenico
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The Basilica of San Domenico, also known as Basilica Cateriniana, is a basilica church in Siena, Tuscany, Italy, one of the most important in the city. The basilica is an example of Cistercian Gothic style.
Nearby attractions
Piazza Maggiore
Piazza Maggiore, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Biblioteca Comunale dell'Archiginnasio
P.zza Galvani, 1, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Portici di Bologna
Via Farini, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Teatro Duse
Via Cartoleria, 42, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Archaeological Museum of Bologna
V. dell'Archiginnasio, 2, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Piazza Santo Stefano
Via Santo Stefano, 40125 Bologna BO, Italy
Archiginnasio Palace and Anatomical Theater
P.zza Galvani, 1, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Two Towers
P.za di Porta Ravegnana, 40126 Bologna BO, Italy
Palazzo Pepoli - Museo della Storia di Bologna
Via Castiglione, 10, 40125 Bologna BO, Italy
Statua di Luigi Galvani
P.zza Galvani, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Nearby restaurants
Corten
Via Garibaldi, 5h, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Good Morning, Vietnam
Piazza dei Tribunali, 6a, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Caffe' San Domenico
Via Garibaldi, 5d, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Angolo B
Via Garibaldi, 7c, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Caffè Zanarini
P.zza Galvani, 1, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Vamolino
Via de' Poeti, 2e, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Trattoria Trebbi
Via Solferino, 40, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Cafe Santangelo
Via Garibaldi, 7/C/D, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Osteria De’ Poeti
Via de' Poeti, 1/b, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Temakinho Bologna
Via Farini, 13/A, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
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Hotel Touring Bologna
Via dè Mattuiani, 1/2, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Hospitality St. Thomas Aquinas
Via S. Domenico, 1, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Residenza Rubbiani 2 fermate dal Rizzoli
Via Alfonso Rubbiani, 2, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Art Hotel Commercianti
Via de' Pignattari, 11, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
BLQ01 Boutique B&B
Piazza de' Calderini, 1, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Hotel Porta San Mamolo
Vicolo del Falcone, 6/8, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Hotel Roma
Via d'Azeglio, 9, 40123 Bologna BO, Italy
Liberty House
Via Castiglione, 14, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
B&B Galleria Cavour
Galleria Cavour, 2, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Phi Hotel Bologna
Via de' Fusari, 9, 40123 Bologna BO, Italy
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Basilica of San Domenico

P.za S. Domenico, 13, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
4.7(1.9K)
Open until 8:00 PM
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The Basilica of San Domenico, also known as Basilica Cateriniana, is a basilica church in Siena, Tuscany, Italy, one of the most important in the city. The basilica is an example of Cistercian Gothic style.

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attractions: Piazza Maggiore, Biblioteca Comunale dell'Archiginnasio, Portici di Bologna, Teatro Duse, Archaeological Museum of Bologna, Piazza Santo Stefano, Archiginnasio Palace and Anatomical Theater, Two Towers, Palazzo Pepoli - Museo della Storia di Bologna, Statua di Luigi Galvani, restaurants: Corten, Good Morning, Vietnam, Caffe' San Domenico, Angolo B, Caffè Zanarini, Vamolino, Trattoria Trebbi, Cafe Santangelo, Osteria De’ Poeti, Temakinho Bologna
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Nearby attractions of Basilica of San Domenico

Piazza Maggiore

Biblioteca Comunale dell'Archiginnasio

Portici di Bologna

Teatro Duse

Archaeological Museum of Bologna

Piazza Santo Stefano

Archiginnasio Palace and Anatomical Theater

Two Towers

Palazzo Pepoli - Museo della Storia di Bologna

Statua di Luigi Galvani

Piazza Maggiore

Piazza Maggiore

4.7

(30.2K)

Open 24 hours
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Biblioteca Comunale dell'Archiginnasio

Biblioteca Comunale dell'Archiginnasio

4.7

(792)

Closed
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Portici di Bologna

Portici di Bologna

4.7

(297)

Open until 12:00 AM
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Teatro Duse

Teatro Duse

4.4

(1.7K)

Open 24 hours
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Nearby restaurants of Basilica of San Domenico

Corten

Good Morning, Vietnam

Caffe' San Domenico

Angolo B

Caffè Zanarini

Vamolino

Trattoria Trebbi

Cafe Santangelo

Osteria De’ Poeti

Temakinho Bologna

Corten

Corten

4.4

(487)

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Good Morning, Vietnam

Good Morning, Vietnam

4.8

(375)

$$

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Caffe' San Domenico

Caffe' San Domenico

3.9

(126)

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Angolo B

Angolo B

4.6

(133)

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Reviews of Basilica of San Domenico

4.7
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One of the best known Bolognese churches with the remains of the saint that died in Bologna in 1221 and are placed inside a marble Arc. Also one of the richest in art history. There are a lot of work on it by famous Italian sculpture artists including three by Michelangelo Buonarotti in 1495. There's a wooden choir of Fra masterpiece of Renaissance inlay Damiano da Bergamo, defined by contemporaries as the eighth wonder of the world. which you need to walk through the museum to get too and is one of most beautiful wooden crafts I have seen. Outside in the square of San Domenico is the column of the saint, and the square is paved in small pebbles like it was in the medieval times. Also on the far end of the square are two more tombs with one of the them from the 9th century. The bell tower is 53 metres high in 13th century Gothic style. You can easily spent two to three hours there to...

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The Basilica of San Domenico is currently under restoration, so you won’t see the full interior. However, the chapel of St. Dominic is open, and that alone makes the visit worthwhile. Here you’ll find the saint’s sarcophagus and a beautifully decorated Baroque ensemble with painted ceilings and intricate wall details.

It’s about a 10-15 minute walk from the city center, easy to reach and not crowded. I even met a local priest giving explanations in Italian to a small group: if you understand the language, that adds an authentic touch.

This place is best for those exploring Bologna’s cultural and religious heritage. Believers will appreciate the spiritual significance, while art lovers will enjoy the artistry and Baroque decoration.

⚠️ Practical note: no clear info on how long the restoration will last, so don’t expect to see the basilica in its full scale...

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5.0
38w

Preciosa Iglesia del siglo XIII en dónde yacen los restos de San Domenico, fundador de los Padres Dominicos. Pueden apreciarse solo mediante radiografía realizada a mortuorio. Destaca su tumba realizada en distintos siglos por diversos artistas. Entre ellos, cabe mencionar que uno de los Ángeles laterales del segundo nivel (desde abajo hacia arriba) fue realizado por Miguel Angel (Michelangelo). Sin spoilers, notarán cuál debido a los peculiares y muy característicos rasgos que el artista imponía en el cuerpo humano de su arte. Tiene otras capillas dentro de ella, se recomienda visitarlas. Por el momento no es posible visitar la habitación de San Domenico sin previo appuntamento. La entrada al coro, reliquias y el piccolo piccolo "Museo" es liberada pero con propina a discreción y con un voluntario parado a permanencia en la entrada con la caja de propinas. Recordar que por las tardes abre a las 15.30 Hrs (permanece cerrada de 12.30 Horas a 15.30 Hrs) y que los turistas deben respetar el horario de las Misas. Pueden sacarse fotos y filmar videos respetando las reglas universales del cuidado de las obras pictóricas. Para aquellos interesados en Teología y filosofía, dentro de la Iglesia existe una librería especializada en temas religiosos filosóficos con libros de distinta índole (relacionados al Catolicismo obviamente) que cuesta mucho encontrar en otros lados, incluso en otros lugares de la misma Bologna. Existe también la posibilidad de adquirir libros por propinas de libre disposición (los libros dependen de hay en en momento, obviamente relacionados a la Teología Católica Cristiana). Estos libros están dentro de la Iglesia principal en los sitios laterales, cercanos a altares laterales. Majestuosa columnas dóricas con zona superior de carácter corintio. Por favor no olviden mirar el cielo de la zona del altar principal. A mí parecer es mejor evitar seguir los grupos de turistas (aún cuando van con guía) ya que obtendrán mejores fotos. Me limito sólo a dar una opinión sobre visita turística, y en cuanto a eso creo importante respetar a quienes visitan el lugar por su religión y van a Orar; ya que creo debe ser...

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Angela OrphanouAngela Orphanou
One of the best known Bolognese churches with the remains of the saint that died in Bologna in 1221 and are placed inside a marble Arc. Also one of the richest in art history. There are a lot of work on it by famous Italian sculpture artists including three by Michelangelo Buonarotti in 1495. There's a wooden choir of Fra masterpiece of Renaissance inlay Damiano da Bergamo, defined by contemporaries as the eighth wonder of the world. which you need to walk through the museum to get too and is one of most beautiful wooden crafts I have seen. Outside in the square of San Domenico is the column of the saint, and the square is paved in small pebbles like it was in the medieval times. Also on the far end of the square are two more tombs with one of the them from the 9th century. The bell tower is 53 metres high in 13th century Gothic style. You can easily spent two to three hours there to see everything.
Anna LipskayaAnna Lipskaya
The Basilica of San Domenico is currently under restoration, so you won’t see the full interior. However, the chapel of St. Dominic is open, and that alone makes the visit worthwhile. Here you’ll find the saint’s sarcophagus and a beautifully decorated Baroque ensemble with painted ceilings and intricate wall details. It’s about a 10-15 minute walk from the city center, easy to reach and not crowded. I even met a local priest giving explanations in Italian to a small group: if you understand the language, that adds an authentic touch. This place is best for those exploring Bologna’s cultural and religious heritage. Believers will appreciate the spiritual significance, while art lovers will enjoy the artistry and Baroque decoration. ⚠️ Practical note: no clear info on how long the restoration will last, so don’t expect to see the basilica in its full scale at the moment.
Daniela Zangheri Poblete (Bruta)Daniela Zangheri Poblete (Bruta)
Preciosa Iglesia del siglo XIII en dónde yacen los restos de San Domenico, fundador de los Padres Dominicos. Pueden apreciarse solo mediante radiografía realizada a mortuorio. Destaca su tumba realizada en distintos siglos por diversos artistas. Entre ellos, cabe mencionar que uno de los Ángeles laterales del segundo nivel (desde abajo hacia arriba) fue realizado por Miguel Angel (Michelangelo). Sin spoilers, notarán cuál debido a los peculiares y muy característicos rasgos que el artista imponía en el cuerpo humano de su arte. Tiene otras capillas dentro de ella, se recomienda visitarlas. Por el momento no es posible visitar la habitación de San Domenico sin previo appuntamento. La entrada al coro, reliquias y el piccolo piccolo "Museo" es liberada pero con propina a discreción y con un voluntario parado a permanencia en la entrada con la caja de propinas. Recordar que por las tardes abre a las 15.30 Hrs (permanece cerrada de 12.30 Horas a 15.30 Hrs) y que los turistas deben respetar el horario de las Misas. Pueden sacarse fotos y filmar videos respetando las reglas universales del cuidado de las obras pictóricas. Para aquellos interesados en Teología y filosofía, dentro de la Iglesia existe una librería especializada en temas religiosos filosóficos con libros de distinta índole (relacionados al Catolicismo obviamente) que cuesta mucho encontrar en otros lados, incluso en otros lugares de la misma Bologna. Existe también la posibilidad de adquirir libros por propinas de libre disposición (los libros dependen de hay en en momento, obviamente relacionados a la Teología Católica Cristiana). Estos libros están dentro de la Iglesia principal en los sitios laterales, cercanos a altares laterales. Majestuosa columnas dóricas con zona superior de carácter corintio. Por favor no olviden mirar el cielo de la zona del altar principal. A mí parecer es mejor evitar seguir los grupos de turistas (aún cuando van con guía) ya que obtendrán mejores fotos. Me limito sólo a dar una opinión sobre visita turística, y en cuanto a eso creo importante respetar a quienes visitan el lugar por su religión y van a Orar; ya que creo debe ser importante para ellos.
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One of the best known Bolognese churches with the remains of the saint that died in Bologna in 1221 and are placed inside a marble Arc. Also one of the richest in art history. There are a lot of work on it by famous Italian sculpture artists including three by Michelangelo Buonarotti in 1495. There's a wooden choir of Fra masterpiece of Renaissance inlay Damiano da Bergamo, defined by contemporaries as the eighth wonder of the world. which you need to walk through the museum to get too and is one of most beautiful wooden crafts I have seen. Outside in the square of San Domenico is the column of the saint, and the square is paved in small pebbles like it was in the medieval times. Also on the far end of the square are two more tombs with one of the them from the 9th century. The bell tower is 53 metres high in 13th century Gothic style. You can easily spent two to three hours there to see everything.
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The Basilica of San Domenico is currently under restoration, so you won’t see the full interior. However, the chapel of St. Dominic is open, and that alone makes the visit worthwhile. Here you’ll find the saint’s sarcophagus and a beautifully decorated Baroque ensemble with painted ceilings and intricate wall details. It’s about a 10-15 minute walk from the city center, easy to reach and not crowded. I even met a local priest giving explanations in Italian to a small group: if you understand the language, that adds an authentic touch. This place is best for those exploring Bologna’s cultural and religious heritage. Believers will appreciate the spiritual significance, while art lovers will enjoy the artistry and Baroque decoration. ⚠️ Practical note: no clear info on how long the restoration will last, so don’t expect to see the basilica in its full scale at the moment.
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Anna Lipskaya

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Preciosa Iglesia del siglo XIII en dónde yacen los restos de San Domenico, fundador de los Padres Dominicos. Pueden apreciarse solo mediante radiografía realizada a mortuorio. Destaca su tumba realizada en distintos siglos por diversos artistas. Entre ellos, cabe mencionar que uno de los Ángeles laterales del segundo nivel (desde abajo hacia arriba) fue realizado por Miguel Angel (Michelangelo). Sin spoilers, notarán cuál debido a los peculiares y muy característicos rasgos que el artista imponía en el cuerpo humano de su arte. Tiene otras capillas dentro de ella, se recomienda visitarlas. Por el momento no es posible visitar la habitación de San Domenico sin previo appuntamento. La entrada al coro, reliquias y el piccolo piccolo "Museo" es liberada pero con propina a discreción y con un voluntario parado a permanencia en la entrada con la caja de propinas. Recordar que por las tardes abre a las 15.30 Hrs (permanece cerrada de 12.30 Horas a 15.30 Hrs) y que los turistas deben respetar el horario de las Misas. Pueden sacarse fotos y filmar videos respetando las reglas universales del cuidado de las obras pictóricas. Para aquellos interesados en Teología y filosofía, dentro de la Iglesia existe una librería especializada en temas religiosos filosóficos con libros de distinta índole (relacionados al Catolicismo obviamente) que cuesta mucho encontrar en otros lados, incluso en otros lugares de la misma Bologna. Existe también la posibilidad de adquirir libros por propinas de libre disposición (los libros dependen de hay en en momento, obviamente relacionados a la Teología Católica Cristiana). Estos libros están dentro de la Iglesia principal en los sitios laterales, cercanos a altares laterales. Majestuosa columnas dóricas con zona superior de carácter corintio. Por favor no olviden mirar el cielo de la zona del altar principal. A mí parecer es mejor evitar seguir los grupos de turistas (aún cuando van con guía) ya que obtendrán mejores fotos. Me limito sólo a dar una opinión sobre visita turística, y en cuanto a eso creo importante respetar a quienes visitan el lugar por su religión y van a Orar; ya que creo debe ser importante para ellos.
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Daniela Zangheri Poblete (Bruta)

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