3 hour(s)
English
Included
Scenic journey through the hills surrounding Bologna
Visit to the iconic San Luca Basilica
Engaging audio narration about the history of the route
Picnic box with local flavors
€ 8
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Enjoy a pleasant journey from the heart of Bologna to the peaceful setting of the San Luca Basilica aboard the San Luca Express train. This new tourist route allows you to admire the charming hills and the famous portico that leads from the Bonaccorsi Arch to the top of the mount. As you travel, you can listen to engaging stories through the onboard audio guide while a dedicated staff member is available to assist you with any information you may need. The ride offers a relaxing way to experience one of the citys most beloved symbols while enjoying beautiful panoramic views.
Once you reach the basilica, you are free to explore the sanctuary and its surroundings at your own pace. You may choose your preferred time to return to the city center by consulting the timetable provided. Before departure you will receive a picnic box and vouchers for tastings of traditional Bolognese products, allowing you to enjoy a delicious break whenever you wish. This experience combines culture, tradition and relaxation, offering a perfect opportunity to discover a unique side of Bologna.
Ticket San Luca Express
Audio guide on board available in Ten languages
Box Pic Nic
Self guided tour
Gratuities
Comfortable walking shoes
Weather appropriate clothing
Food and drinks
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The audio guide is always available in Italian and English
Keep your personal essentials
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Don’t believe the website. It said sold out for next 3 days so we turned up at Piazza Maggiore and there were plenty of spare places. This aside, it’s well worth it. Really interesting to travel through the streets and then up to the Basillica. A life saver to avoid the uphill climb. Very worthwhile.
If you buy a ticket online make sure to change it to a paper ticket at the train meeting point before lining up for the train. It's worth taking the train to Basillica de San Luca.
I was a little nervous given the reviews but we had no issues. It was a comfortable and convenient way to get to San Luca without walking the whole portico. The audioguide on the way up was nice, and we were given the option on the way back to go slightly quicker in a bus by the same company. Yes, it's a bit pricey, and the train was at full capacity, but that's the cost of convenience. We were glad to have done it.
Good little tour, yes it's a tight squeeze onboard (I'm 182cm & wife 177cm) squeeze but we enjoyed it. View from up top of the hill is worth it, the monastery was very nice, audio commentary was informative.
Train was almost 100% full going up to the cathedral. Driver amazingly took us through a maze of streets and through large city gates while the streets were fully car parked. Language on tape was bilingual with Italian followed by English. A few unintelligible moments occurred as the train travelled on bumpy pot holed city streets. Drop off at the top was uneventful. We did our customary 20 minute walk. It was windy and please be advised that there are many steps to climb in order to get to see the inside of the cathedral. Lots of tourists taking pictures. We came up on the red train and back on the white train. I would certainly recommend this trip. Return trip was 13 euros each. Money well spent. Photos from train trip going up, have been added, so that it is clear that is a must excursion for one and all.
