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THE PALAZZO

ART AND ARCHITECTURE

Palazzo Boncompagni has numerous frescoed rooms that hide stories and secrets, from Bologna and beyond. While the studies of the noble floor proceed, we have revealed here some of the main works that the Palazzo holds. To see all of the works and frescoes in person, we invite you to visit us. Book your guided tour HERE.

Art
Fresco in the Pope’s Hall

Fresco in the Pope’s Hall

Architecture
Hall of papal audiences

Hall of papal audiences

Architecture
Helical staircase

Helical staircase

Architecture
Open Gallery

Open Gallery

Art
The anointing of the young shepard

The anointing of the young shepard

Architecture
Room of the ‘700

Room of the ‘700

aperitivo a palazzo

GUIDED TOURS WITH AN APERITIF

Every Friday from October 16 to November 27, 2026; from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Aperitif at Palazzo Boncompagni

Starting in October, Palazzo Boncompagni is offering a regular event to start the weekend off right: an aperitif in the halls of a Renaissance palace, followed by a guided tour featuring frescoes, grotesques, and five centuries of Bolognese history.

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