We visited San Domenico on a Sunday morning and there was a lively atmosphere as modern-day pilgrims wandered around. The church is of late Gothic origin, originally built in the 1200s to house the tomb of St Dominic, and was remodelled in 1728-32 in Baroque style by Carlo Francesco Dotti, who also designed the Sanctuary of the Madonna of San... More

Unique and interesting church, attracting many visitors who come to see St Dominic's burial place. The Shrine is wonderful and unforgettable. Small Entry Fee to walk around it. There are also several impressive works of art, incl. the very early works of Michelangelo. One can learn quite a few things about the Dominican Order and its founding Saint, when visiting... More

is a great church, a classical italian one,do not miss it. More

You need to pay 50c to get into the shrine, but it's worth every cent to see the fine sculpture, including 3 figures by Michaelangelo, and also the large and detailed reliquary, which is round the back. They seem to keep the lights turned off when it's not busy, so seek out one of the staff and ask for the... More

Located just in the centre of Bologna, close to shops, restaurants, trattorias and a lot of other things to see, like the Santo Stefano neighborhood. It is a late Middle Ages church, with a large square in front, where you can sit (but not in summer! there are no trees, so no shadow and the heat can be severe form... More

Beautiful hidden treasure which had no other visitors. More

And just think young Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart played on the organ in this chapel, while he was studying with padre Giovanni Battista Martini in 1769. This is not to be missed More

San Domenico is a church NOT to be missed while in Bologna. It's majestic, peaceful, moving and breathtaking. The artistry is unparalleled anywhere. You must see this church. More