75d2d217bbc959f3c22ba73ed145b095

Bologna Travel Guide powered by advice from Real Travelers

 Get Real Deal alerts »
Palazzo dei Banchi
Piazza Maggiore, Bologna, 40121, Italy
#140 of 487 things to do rated by Real Travelers

More information on Palazzo dei Banchi

On the eastern side of Piazza Maggiore, the Palazzo dei Banchi architecturally speaking, fits in nicely with the other neighboring buildings. Characterized by a portico with a sequence of 15 arches, it was conceived of in 1565 by Vignola in response to a need to "obscure the view" of the artisans quarters to the rear and give the Piazza back its beauty. Two vaults give access to the old Mercato di Mezzo that still exists today. Admission: Guests may visit the exterior only.

Credit Cards Accepted

none accepted

Directions

ATC 11, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 25, 27, 29, 30, 62, C

Hours

Mo to Su from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM

Information by Wcities

Things to do near Palazzo dei Banchi

  • Al Cappello Rosso Hotel Bologna
    Hotels
    Via de' Fusari, 9 40123 Bologna Italy
    Average price: $132.07
    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #9 of 219
  • Art Hotel Commercianti
    Hotels
    Via de Pignattari 11 Bologna, 40124 Italy
    Average price: $140.43
    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #186 of 219
  • Art Hotel Dei Commercianti
    Hotels
    Via De'pignattari, 11 Bologna, 40124 Italy
    Average price: $140.43
    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #3 of 219
  • Albergo Centrale
    Hotels
    Via della Zecca, 2 40121 Bologna Italy
    Average price: $107.01
    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #123 of 219
  • Residence Il Castello
    Hotels
    Via Porta di Castello, 4 40121 Bologna Italy
    Distance 0.2 miles away
    Popularity #121 of 219
  • Hotel Palace
    Hotels
    Via Monte Grappa, 9/2 40121 Bologna Italy
    Average price: $92.20
    Distance 0.2 miles away
    Popularity #26 of 219
  • Grand Hotel Baglioni
    Hotels
    Via dell'Indipendenza, 8 40121 Bologna Italy
    Average price: $262.36
    Distance 0.2 miles away
    Popularity #5 of 219
  • Cristina Rossi Bed and Breakfast
    Hotels
    Via Porta di Castello, 6 40121 Bologna Italy
    Average price: $41.30
    Distance 0.2 miles away
    Popularity #111 of 219
  • Hotel Due Torri
    Hotels
    Via degli Usberti, 4 40121 Bologna Italy
    Average price: $147.60
    Distance 0.2 miles away
    Popularity #32 of 219
  • Residenza al Collegio di Spagna Bologna
    Hotels
    Via Collegio di Spagna, 13 40123 Bologna Italy
    Average price: $37.17
    Distance 0.3 miles away
    Popularity #113 of 219
 more Bologna hotels »
  • Palazzo dei Banchi
    Attractions

    On the eastern side of Piazza Maggiore, the Palazzo dei Banchi architecturally speaking, fits in nicely with the othe...

    Popularity #140 of 487
  • Fontana del Nettuno
    Attractions

    This fountain is in the middle of Piazza del Nettuno, between Palazzo Re Enzo and the Palazzo Comunale<...

    Distance 0.0 miles away
    Popularity #5 of 487

     Real Travelers who've been here

    gomezdegomera gomezdegomera said

    … Piazza Maggiore [125-145] con il Palazzo del Podestà (*) [126,128,133,141,142,143], la fontana del… continue reading »

  • Museo di San Petronio
    Attractions

    In the Magnificent Basilica di San Petronio, at the back of the left hand nave, there is a small but delightful museu...

    Distance 0.0 miles away
    Popularity #76 of 487
  • Palazzo del Podestà
    Attractions

    This impressive building is directly opposite the Basilica di San Petronio. It was built from 1485 using the designs...

    Distance 0.0 miles away
    Popularity #134 of 487
  • Palazzo Comunale o Palazzo d'Accursio
    Attractions

    Building work for this magnificent Municipal Palace began in 1287 on the Western side of Piazza Maggiore. It was ori...

    Distance 0.0 miles away
    Popularity #142 of 487
  • Collezioni Comunali d'Arte
    Attractions

    Within the Accursio palace, the seat of the City's Administration, reached via the charming Piazza Maggiore, you can...

    Distance 0.0 miles away
    Popularity #266 of 487
  • Museo Morandi
    Attractions

    In the hall of the Palazzo d'Accursio, the Museo Morandi is the most important collection of works of the Bolognese m...

    Distance 0.0 miles away
    Popularity #17 of 487
  • Galleria De' Fusari Dipinti Antichi
    Attractions

    This prestigious art gallery is located near Piazza Maggiore. It is in a beautiful building which dates back to the m...

    Distance 0.0 miles away
    Popularity #214 of 487
  • Ufficio Informazioni sull'Accoglienza Turistica - Piazza Maggiore
    Attractions

    This Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica (tourist information office) is located inside the Palazzo Comunale

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #54 of 487
  • Palazzo dei Notai
    Attractions

    This is the old site of the Notary guild. It was built at the end of the 13th Century. It is no accident that it is alongside the 1...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #222 of 487
 more Bologna things to do »
  • Il Battibecco
    Restaurants

    The famous Battibecco restaurant is located behind Piazza Maggiore. It offers some really delicious specialties, and...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #8 of 85
  • Ristorante Buca S. Petronio
    Restaurants

    This old Bolognese restaurant which has taken the customary name for underground restaurants of Buca, can be found at a small crossing on...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #49 of 85
  • La Taverna del Postiglione
    Restaurants

    The Taverna del Postiglione is in the heart of the city, a few minutes walk from Piazza Santo Stefano and the Towers....

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #11 of 85
  • Tamburini
    Restaurants
    Distance 0.2 miles away
    Popularity #60 of 85
  • Trattoria da Ercole
    Restaurants

    Trattoria da Ercole has the enviable location of being in the lovely, tree-lined Piazza Minghetti, close to Piazza Maggiore...

    Distance 0.2 miles away
    Popularity #53 of 85
  • Ristorante Pappagallo
    Restaurants

    The old and renowned Ristorante Pappagallo whose fame extends beyond the confines of Italy, is quoted in the most famous gastronomic guid...

    Distance 0.2 miles away
    Popularity #3 of 85
  • Café de Paris
    Restaurants

    A favorite among Bolognesi, Cafe de Paris is one of the hottest spots in the city. Open till late night the place serves interesting cock...

    Distance 0.2 miles away
    Popularity #66 of 85
  • Ristorante Ai Butteri
    Restaurants

    Right in the center of the old town, you will find this original restaurant, the name of which brings to mind shepherds living in pasture...

    Distance 0.3 miles away
    Popularity #13 of 85
  • Taverna dei Lords
    Restaurants

    Taverna dei Lords is a well established restaurant in the heart of Bologna, the perfect place to try different combinations of dishes and...

    Distance 0.3 miles away
    Popularity #68 of 85
  • Ristorante Grassilli
    Restaurants

    The Grasilli restaurant is not far from the Towers and you may also reach it on foot from Piazza Maggio...

    Distance 0.3 miles away
    Popularity #51 of 85
 more Bologna restaurants »

Hotels near this attraction

Bologna Travel Experiences

Where have you been lately?

Share your travels with friends & family

Free travel blog
Sign up for a free travel blog

Traveler Photos of Bologna

steps of the basilica Statue of Neptune in the Piazza Nettuno (behind Piazza Maggiore) San Petronio Basilica in Piazza Maggiore The view
 See all photos in Bologna »