Laboratori per bambini
Children's workshops
Workshops split by age group, open to children from 2 years old, with or without an accompanying adult, built around curiosity and storytelling to bring young visitors closer to art.
Bologna · Experiences & tours
Genus Bononiae. Musei della Città, Bologna
A group of historic museums in central Bologna offering exhibitions, guided visits and age-based art workshops for children and families.
- WhereVia Farini 15
- Experiences & toursMuseum group educationMuseums, exhibitions, workshops for children and families
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Opening hoursMorning 09:00–13:00
Afternoon 14:30–16:00 - Contact+39 051 19936329Official website ↗
Why go
About Genus Bononiae. Musei della Città
Genus Bononiae is a museum network made up of four historic buildings in Bologna, restored and reopened to the public in the early 2000s on the initiative of Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio in Bologna. Each venue has its own focus and hosts cultural events.
The education team designs visits and workshops so that children and families can approach art through curiosity and storytelling rather than lectures. Workshops are grouped by age, and an adult may or may not accompany the children.
Main services
What Genus Bononiae. Musei della Città offers
Services from the official website.
Visita animata “A piccoli passi”
Animated visits for families
An animated visit at Palazzo Fava for families with children aged 0 to 5, listed in the programme for November 2026.
Lab. 6-11 anni
Workshops for ages 6–11
Seasonal workshops at Palazzo Fava for children aged 6 to 11, linked to current exhibitions and themes, such as stories to touch or nature and autumn leaves.
Compleanno al museo
Birthday at the museum
A dedicated section of the site presents birthday celebrations for children held in the museum venues.
Scuole
School programmes
Educational projects for schools, including guided visits led by students, are part of the education offer alongside activities for families and special projects.
Gallery
Inside Genus Bononiae. Musei della Città
Practical information
Genus Bononiae. Musei della Città: address, opening hours and contacts
Address
Via Farini 15, 40124 Bologna (Genus Bononiae contact address)
Phone+39 051 19936329
Opening hours
Hours from the official website:
| Day | Morning | Afternoon |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00–13:00 | 14:30–16:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00–13:00 | 14:30–16:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–13:00 | 14:30–16:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00–13:00 | 14:30–16:00 |
| Friday | 09:00–13:00 | 14:30–16:00 |
Location
- Contacts
- Contact the business directly by phone, WhatsApp, email or its website. Holiplanet does not take bookings or payments for it.
Getting there
How to get to Genus Bononiae. Musei della Città
On foot
From Piazza Maggiore & the Neptune Fountain: 30 m, about 1 min walk.
By train
Nearest station: Bologna Centrale, Via de' Carracci · 1.5 km, about 23 min walk.
Straight-line distances from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors); walking times are approximate.
Around the area
Near Genus Bononiae. Musei della Città: sights, restaurants and hotels
City Guide · Things to do
Sights near Genus Bononiae. Musei della Città
Bologna landmarks with their own Holiplanet page, nearest first.
Square
Piazza Maggiore & the Neptune Fountain
Bologna's living room, watched over by Giambologna's bronze Neptune
Basilica
Basilica of San Petronio
Bologna’s great Gothic church, with Cassini’s meridian line
Monument
The Two Towers
The skyline's twin emblems, one leaning, both under watchful care
Church
Santo Stefano, the “Seven Churches”
Seven sacred spaces in one, Bologna's little Jerusalem
Market
The Quadrilatero market lanes
Medieval guild lanes still selling Bologna's best food
Viewpoint
The Finestrella of Via Piella
A little window onto Bologna's hidden canal
Library
Salaborsa and its glass floor
Walk on glass over Villanovan huts and Roman Bononia
Street
The UNESCO porticoes
62 km of covered streets, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Church
The Sanctuary of San Luca
Bologna's hilltop Madonna, reached under the world's longest portico
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City Guide · Where to eat
Restaurants near Genus Bononiae. Musei della Città
Bologna restaurants with their own Holiplanet page, nearest first.
Seasonal restaurant
Ahimè
Vegetable-led farm-to-table menu with house-made bread
Emilian restaurant
Caminetto d'Oro
Family recipes and handmade pasta since 1980
Bolognese restaurant
Da Cesari
Family-run since 1955 near Piazza Maggiore: tortellini in broth
Bolognese trattoria
Trattoria dal Biassanot
Pasta rolled by hand and grilled meats on Via Piella
Bolognese trattoria
Trattoria Nonna Gigia
Handmade pasta, cotoletta and grilled meats off Via dell’Indipendenza
Traditional restaurant
Da Nello al Montegrappa
Handmade tortellini and tagliatelle in Bologna since 1948
Wine bar / osteria
Osteria del Sole
Wine osteria since 1465: bring your own food
Chef's restaurant
Scacco Matto
Mario Ferrara's Lucanian-rooted cooking in a 1600s convent
★Holiplanet Favourite
Historic restaurant
Ristorante Diana
Tortellini in brodo and lasagne verdi since 1909
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City Guide · Where to stay
Hotels near Genus Bononiae. Musei della Città
Hotels, B&Bs and apartments with their own Holiplanet page, nearest first.
Family hotel
Albergo Garisenda
Small family-run hotel by the Two Towers with a panoramic terrace
Hotel
Art Hotel Orologio
Family-run hotel in the pedestrian heart by Piazza Maggiore
Boutique hotel
Hotel Brun
22 modern rooms in the historic centre, opened in 2023
Hotel
Hotel University Bologna
Homely 3-star near the university district and the main sights
Hotel
Starhotels Excelsior
4-star with 193 rooms, right opposite the main train station
Four-star hotel
Hotel Internazionale
Four-star hotel on Via dell'Indipendenza with a secret garden
Boutique hotel
Hotel Porta San Mamolo
Boutique hotel built around an inner Garden Court, with the Orangerie
Four-star hotel with spa
Royal Hotel Carlton
Four-star hotel near the station with the Monrif Spa and a large gym
Hostel
Dopa Hostel
A unique 99% handmade hostel in the University area
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City Guide · Experiences
Tours and experiences
Tours, classes and guided walks with their own Holiplanet page.
Food valley tour
Italian Days
Parmigiano, balsamic and prosciutto producers in one day
Cooking class
Taste Bologna
Hands-on pasta class, small groups, near Piazza Maggiore
Balsamic vinegar tour
Acetaia Giusti
Free guided tour of the Giusti family museum and ageing rooms in Modena
Car museum / factory tour
Museo Automobili Lamborghini (MUDETEC) and Factory Tour
Lamborghini museum and production line tour in Sant'Agata Bolognese
City walking tours
Guide d'Arte
Licensed guides' cooperative for Bologna city and themed tours
Bike tours
Walk 'n Ride by BikeinBO
Guided bike and walking tours plus bike rental
Balsamic vinegar producer visit
Acetaia Pedroni
Family acetaia in Nonantola (Modena): balsamic tour and tasting, €8
Food market tour
Delicious Bologna
Walking food tour through the Quadrilatero market and centre
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Questions
Genus Bononiae. Musei della Città: frequently asked questions
From what age can children join the workshops?
Workshops are open to children from 2 years old, and an adult may or may not accompany them.
Is there an activity for very young children?
Yes, an animated visit for families with children aged 0–5 is held at Palazzo Fava in November 2026.
Where is the museum office located?
The foundation project is based at Via Farini 15, 40124 Bologna; Palazzo Fava is at Via Manzoni 2.
When are the call centre hours?
The call centre takes calls Monday to Friday, 09:00–13:00 and 14:30–16:00.
Can I organise a private event?
Yes, the venues can host private or corporate events, with guided visits and workshops available on request.