Emilia-Romagna Travel Guide
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Gourmets the world over claim that Emilia-Romagna's greatest contribution to humankind has been gastronomic. Birthplace of fettuccine, tortellini, lasagna, prosciutto, and Parmesan cheese, the region has a spectacular culinary tradition. But there are many reasons to come here aside from the desire to be well fed: Parma's Correggio paintings, Giuseppe Verdi's villa at Sant'Agata, the medieval splendor of Bologna's palaces and Ferrara's alleyways, the rolling hills of the Romagna countryside, and, perhaps foremost, the Byzantine beauty of mosaic-rich Ravenna—glittering as brightly today as it did 1,500 years ago.
Emilia-Romagna Hotels
Emilia-Romagna has a reputation for demonstrating a level of efficiency uncommon in most of Italy. Even the smallest hotels are usually well run, with high...read more
Emilia-Romagna Restaurants
Italians rarely agree about anything, but most would say that the best food in the country is in Emilia-Romagna. Tortellini, fettuccine, Parmesan cheese...read more
Things To Do in Emilia-Romagna
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Emilia-Romagna
- Small budget: Stay in Bologna this May Fr $87+/Nt Save with Expedia, $14/night less
- Save in Bologna: Book 3 Nts in May at Zan Regina Fr $132+/Nt Expedia
- Book in Bologna: Save this May Fr $105+/Nt — $105 Save with Expedia, $8/night less
- Bologna Savings! Book at Savoia Country House Fr $220+/Nt — $220 Save with Expedia, $36/night less
- Bologna Savings! Book at Pedrini Fr $83+/Nt — $83 Save with Expedia, $19/night less
Emilia-Romagna Experiences
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The signature food of Emilia: This region's food—prosciutto crudo, Parmigiano-Reggiano, balsamic vinegar, and above all, pasta—makes... Read more
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Ancient History. Emilia-Romagna owes its beginnings to a road. In 187 BC the Romans built the Via Aemilia, a long road running northwest from... Read more
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A fine way to truly appreciate the appeal of Bolognese food is to learn how to make it.... Read more
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Emilia-Romagna might seem staid: city after city has immaculate streets filled with smartly dressed businesspeople in impeccable shoes, covertly... Read more
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The world's smallest and oldest republic, as San Marino dubs itself, is surrounded entirely by Italy. It consists of three ancient castles perched... Read more
News & Features
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News, Cruises
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Restaurants
They say that if you put it in a tortilla, Los Angeles will eat it.... Read more
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Trip Ideas
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