San Giacomo Maggiore
Basilica di San Giacomo Maggiore
An Augustinian church in the university district, with highlights including the Bentivoglio family chapel and frescoes in the Oratory of Saint Cecilia.
This Augustinian church was built at the end of the 13th century and stands beside Piazza Rossini in the university district. The Bentivoglio family chapel, which ruled Bologna, contains frescoes by Lorenzo Costa and an altarpiece by Francia. The Oratory of Saint Cecilia (Oratorio di Santa Cecilia), beside the church, has walls covered with 16th-century frescoes of the life of Saint Cecilia, and it often hosts free concerts. The long arcade outside the church is a classic example of Bologna's porticoes. Entry is free.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:30–12:30, 15:30–18:30 (check church notices)
Nearby sights
- Palazzo Poggi Museum
- Two Towers (Asinelli & Garisenda)
- Santo Stefano (Seven Churches)
- Palazzo Pepoli – Museum of the History of Bologna
- Prendiparte Tower
- Quadrilatero
- Finestrella di Via Piella
- Santa Maria della Vita