Tracing Marconi's footsteps – Guided tour between Bologna and Sasso Marconi

A fascinating journey in the footsteps of Guglielmo Marconi, through science, history and rolling countryside. The tour begins in the heart of Bologna, with the famous scientist’s birthplace and the historic university, where ingenuity and research have shaped centuries of innovation. The itinerary then leads to the Giovanni Pelagalli Museum of Communication, where instruments, vintage radios and technological curiosities recount the evolution of telecommunications, concluding in Sasso Marconi at the birthplace of the inventor who revolutionised wireless communications, where the story of his life takes shape amidst green hills and scientific heritage.

Itinerary

• Meet at eXtraBO – Bologna

• Via IV Novembre – Guglielmo Marconi’s birthplace

• Piazza Galvani and Archiginnasio

Onwards to Sasso Marconi:

• Visit to Villa Griffone

• Scientific demonstration

Itinerary options

Itinerary including the Museum

• Includes a visit to the Giovanni Pelagalli Museum of Communication

• The visit can take place:

– before the stop in Sasso Marconi

– or at the end of the tour

Itinerary without the Museum

• Does not include the museum

• Piazza Galvani and Archiginnasio with an external visit

• Greater focus on the practical experience at Villa Griffone

Full price: €20

Cultura Card discount: €15

Discount for 6–12 year olds: €10

Free for 0–5 year olds

Services included:

• Qualified tour guide throughout the itinerary
• Access to Villa Griffone
• Dedicated coach transfer

Meeting point:

eXtraBO information point, Piazza del Nettuno 1/a

Before booking please bear in mind that:

• Pets are not permitted
• Please note that some of the museums involved have architectural barriers, which currently prevent people with mobility impairments from fully accessing the tour. For further information on accessibility, please email extrabo@bolognawelcome.it.
• A 50% discount is available for each person with a disability card and one accompanying person. Bookings for tickets reserved for people with disabilities must be made by writing to extrabo@bolognawelcome.it or by visiting the eXtraBO info point in Piazza del Nettuno.

Refund and changes:

Cancellation with a refund or changes to the booking are possible up to 48 hours before the start of the activity.

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