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Bars & Nightlife The guide was updated: 2024-03-25

Thanks to its large university population, Bologna has a lot to offer when it comes to nightlife. The bars in the centre fill up quickly with locals and students during the aperitivo time (usually between 6:30pm and 9:30pm). Aperitivo plays an important role for both young and old and is, without a doubt, one of the most fun food and drink experiences you can have in Italy.

After aperitivo, the young university crowd continues the evening by heading over to one of the many discos or clubs. Some of these clubs stay open late into the night, some even until 4am, making them the perfect places to dance the night away.

Roxy Bar

Roxy Bar

In the heart of the city, right under the two towers, Roxy Bar is a well-known spot because it was celebrated by Italian singer Vasco Rossi in one of his most famous songs 'Vita Spericolata'. It is a popular hangout for drinks and light lunch.

Altotasso

Altotasso

If you enjoy a glass of wine accompanied by poetry readings, theatre or live music, then be sure to add Altotasso to your Bologna itinerary. With a varied program, which also includes book presentations and screenings of short movies, this is the perfect venue for a cultural night out.

Celtic Druid Irish Pub

Celtic Druid Irish Pub

Celtic Druid is an Irish-style tavern located in the heart of the city. Originating as a small beer house in the 1980s, it now offers a diverse selection of beers on tap, plus whiskeys. Alongside, patrons can enjoy pub fare like burgers, all within a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Harvest Pub

Harvest Pub

Harvest Pub is a small and intimate pub specialising in craft beers from both Italy and the rest of the world along with quality spirits. This is the perfect place to try a local Italian beer in the company of friends in a cosy ambience with low music in the background.

Covo Club

Covo Club

Covo Club, an indie-punk Mecca since the 80s, is renowned for hosting gigs by both big-name and local indie groups. Over the years, it has welcomed acclaimed international bands and artists like Franz Ferdinand, The Gossip, Ladytron, and Kings of Convenience. Check out their website for details on upcoming concerts and events.

Locomotiv Club

Locomotiv Club

Right next to the Bologna central station, you can find the Locomotiv Club, a live music venue hosting some of the most influential artists within the world music scene including local artists. If you are into rock music, cultural events, concerts and good beer, then this is the place to head for.

Cluricaune Irish Pub

Cluricaune Irish Pub

Cluricaune is another lively Irish pub known for its extensive beer selection and pub grub offerings such as burgers and fish 'n' chips. Here you can also catch sports on TV and enjoy live music performances by local bands or DJ sets.

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