Location and Access to Renato Dall'Ara Stadium — Bologna FC
Address: Via Andrea Costa, 174, 40134 Bologna — Saragozza district, southwest Bologna.
⚠️ Renovation plans: A phased renovation of the Dall'Ara is under discussion as part of Bologna's Champions League infrastructure ambitions. The stadium continues in full use for all 2025–26 matches. Check the club website for any updates before attending.
How to get to Renato Dall'Ara Stadium
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Bus 21 🚌
TPER Bus 21 from Bologna Centrale — direct to Stadio, ~20 min.
Bus 93 also serves the stadium from the city centre.
Increased services on Champions League and high-profile Serie A matchdays.
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Train 🚆
Bologna Centrale is one of Italy's busiest high-speed hubs.
From Milan: 1h · Rome: 2h15 · Florence: 35 min · Venice: 1h30.
From Centrale, take Bus 21 directly to the stadium.
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On Foot 🚶
30–35 min walk from the city centre through the Saragozza district.
The route follows the famous UNESCO-listed porticoes — one of Bologna's most distinctive urban features. Ideal for pre-match walks on fine evenings.
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Car / Taxi 🚕
Street parking along Via Andrea Costa — fills quickly on matchdays, arrive very early.
Taxi from Bologna Centrale: ~15 min, €15–18. Bus 21 strongly recommended on Champions League nights.
Important information — Renato Dall'Ara Stadium
✓ Arrival time: Gates open 90 min before kick-off. Bus 21 is the go-to option — depart Bologna Centrale at least 60–75 min before kick-off on Champions League nights when buses are packed.
✓ Historic 1927 stadium: Opened in 1927, the Dall'Ara hosted three matches at the 1934 World Cup. Famous for its iconic Marathon Tower — one of the most distinctive architectural features of any Italian stadium. The atmosphere on cold midweek European nights here is special.
✓ Bologna in the Champions League: Bologna FC qualified for the Champions League for the first time in their history for the 2024–25 season. European matches at the Dall'Ara are a rare and sought-after experience — book well in advance.
✓ Documentation required: Ticket + valid photo ID. Tickets sold via VivaTicket — always buy online in advance.
✓ Prohibited items: No large bags, professional cameras or drones. No cloakrooms on site. Dress warmly for winter evening matches — the open bowl can be cold and damp.
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