Bologna

Bologna is the city that feeds you well, teaches you things without you noticing and treats you to walks under porticoes that never seem to end. It's authentic, super smart, low-key cool and full of life, from the students to the cooks rolling out fresh tagliatelle right in front of you 🤌.

In Piazza Maggiore you feel the city's pulse, with locals perched on the steps, sipping spritz and chatting about art, politics or... food 🍷. The Salaborsa library is one of the most inspiring spots in town, and right under your feet you can see Roman ruins (true story). The city has the vibe of student Paris with an Italian temperament 🎓📖.

The food? Honestly, just turn up hungry. Tagliatelle al ragù (the real deal behind "spaghetti bolognese"), tortellini in brodo, mortadella in every form imaginable… every meal is a little work of art 🍽️. Then walk it off up the hills to San Luca along the world's longest portico: a full kilometre of orange vibes.

Bologna mixes finesse, food and culture with zero touristy posing. It's like a friend who isn't trying to impress you, but totally does ✨🧡