Bologna: Street Art Tour on Electric Bike

Bologna’s vibrant street art scene comes alive on this electric bike tour. Exploring the city’s renowned suburbs, visitors discover captivating murals and creations from celebrated artists. From the oldest mural in San Petronio Basilica to the influential Frontier 2012 festival, this 2-hour experience offers a unique glimpse into Bologna’s rich artistic heritage. With multilingual options and wheelchair accessibility, the tour caters to diverse interests. But what exactly awaits those who join this electrifying journey through the city’s most vibrant artistic expressions?

Key Points

• A 2-hour guided Bologna street art tour on electric bikes, highlighting the city’s vibrant murals and works by renowned artists.
• Tour available in multiple languages and wheelchair accessible, with flexible booking options and free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
• Explore suburbs known for prolific street art, including works created for the Frontier 2012 festival.
• Discover the oldest mural in the city, located in the San Petronio Basilica, and learn about its historical significance.
• Tour starts from the Bologna Central Station, with participants taking bus 21 to the designated meeting point at Filanda.

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Tour Overview

This Bologna Street Art Tour offers a 2-hour activity where participants can explore the city’s vibrant street art scene on an electric bike.

Priced from $107.04 per person, the tour is available in Italian, English, Spanish, and French, and is wheelchair accessible.

Highlights include visiting the oldest mural in the city and seeing works by renowned artists like Gutiérrez, Hitnes, Andreco, and Bastardilla.

Travelers can book now and pay later, and enjoy free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

The tour starts from the Central Station, with participants taking bus 21 to Filanda.

Booking Information

How can travelers book this Bologna Street Art Tour? There are a few convenient options.

Travelers can reserve a spot without making any upfront payment. This "reserve now & pay later" policy allows flexibility.

Travelers can reserve a spot without making any upfront payment, allowing for flexibility with this "reserve now & pay later" policy.

Plus, there’s a free cancellation policy – travelers can cancel up to 24 hours in advance and receive a full refund.

To check availability for different starting times, travelers should review the tour calendar.

Tour Highlights

The tour highlights numerous captivating aspects of Bologna’s vibrant street art scene.

Guests can explore the city’s oldest mural and venture into suburbs renowned for their prolific street art. They’ll see works created for the Frontier 2012 festival and discover creations by notable artists like Gutiérrez, Hitnes, Andreco, and Bastardilla.

Traveling via electric bike, participants can sustainably explore both the historic old town and off-the-beaten-path areas, encountering Bologna’s eclectic and diverse array of street art.

The tour provides an immersive experience showcasing the city’s rich artistic heritage and contemporary creative expression.

Experience Details

As participants travel sustainably on electric bikes, they can explore the vibrant city of Bologna, which boasts a rich artistic history.

The tour allows them to encounter eclectic street art in both the old town and off-beaten paths.

Highlights include:

• Visiting suburbs known for prolific street art

• Seeing works created for the Frontier 2012 event

• Discovering art from notable artists like Gutiérrez, Hitnes, Andreco, and Bastardilla

• Encountering the oldest mural in the city

• Experiencing Bologna’s vibrant artistic scene firsthand.

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Exploring the Oldest Mural in the City

Where can participants find the oldest mural in the city on this Bologna Street Art Tour?

One of the highlights is visiting the oldest mural in Bologna, dating back to the 16th century. Located in the San Petronio Basilica, this mural depicts the Biblical story of Moses and the brazen serpent.

Tour-goers will get the chance to examine this historic work of art up close and learn about its significance and the artistic techniques used.

Discovering this captivating mural provides a unique glimpse into Bologna’s rich cultural heritage and its enduring artistic traditions.

Visiting the Suburbs and Frontier 2012

After exploring the oldest mural in the city, the Bologna Street Art Tour heads to the suburbs, known for their abundance of street art.

Visitors will discover works created for the Frontier 2012 festival, a significant event that brought international artists to the city.

The tour showcases pieces by notable names, including:

• Gutiérrez, a Spanish artist known for his vibrant, colorful murals

• Hitnes, an Italian artist who incorporates wildlife into his designs

• Andreco, an Italian artist focused on environmental themes

• Bastardilla, a Colombian artist with a distinctive black-and-white style

These suburban neighborhoods offer a glimpse into Bologna’s thriving street art scene.

Discovering Renowned Street Artists

The Bologna Street Art Tour not only visits the suburbs, but also showcases works by renowned street artists.

Participants will see pieces created by Gutiérrez, a Spanish artist known for his use of geometric patterns and vibrant colors.

They’ll also discover the work of Hitnes, an Italian artist who blends realism and surrealism.

Plus, the tour highlights creations from Andreco, an Italian artist focused on environmental themes, and Bastardilla, a Colombian artist recognized for her striking female portraits.

These renowned artists have all contributed to Bologna’s vibrant street art scene.

Meeting Point and Transportation

How do participants reach the meeting point for the Bologna Street Art Tour?

The tour starts from the Central Station in Bologna. Visitors must take bus 21 to the Filanda stop, which is the designated meeting point.

The tour starts from the Central Station in Bologna. Visitors must take bus 21 to the Filanda stop, which is the designated meeting point.

The tour is wheelchair accessible, making it easy for all to join.

• Depart from the Central Station

• Take bus 21 to the Filanda stop

• Arrive at the meeting point, ready to explore Bologna’s vibrant street art

• Comfortable shoes are recommended for the 2-hour electric bike tour

• The tour is accessible for wheelchair users

The Sum Up

This electric bike tour offers a thrilling way to discover Bologna’s vibrant street art scene. Explore the city’s renowned murals and impressive works by celebrated artists, including the oldest mural in San Petronio Basilica. The multilingual and wheelchair-accessible tour provides a unique glimpse into Bologna’s rich artistic heritage, making it a must-do activity for art enthusiasts and urban explorers alike.

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