Tower and Power, Virtual tour in Medieval Bologna
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Tower and Power, Virtual tour in Medieval Bologna
By La Macchina del Tempo
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She wears a viewer and enters a vast scenery in the center of Bologna, walking freely through porticoes, streets and alleyways, visiting shops and meeting characters, to experience a real day in the Middle Ages, up to an exciting breathtaking flight among the many towers.
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Ages 7-99, max of 5 per group
Duration: 30m
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Audio guide: English
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- Entrance ticket
- 5 positions available in contemporary
- Entry/Admission - Bologna
What's not included- Food and beverages
- Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travellers
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- Trip534934081790 contributionsdive in a medieval agedive in a medieval age, walking on the streets , learning the habits and occupations from that time , virtually flying over the town, etcWritten 28 October 2019
- Marko K0 contributionsAmazing experience!It was my first time to try the virtual reality. We took the Bologna Medieval -tour and it was great. The best part of it was in the end, when you could fly over the city. It was so realistic. You should not miss this!Written 16 October 2019
- SandP20 contributionsVirtual Medieval BolognaWe went here with our three boys (10, 8 and 6). Everybody really enjoyed it - the controls are very intuitive and there is a huge amount to explore and interact with. In the longer medieval experience there is an opportunity to climb up the tower - don’t dawdle too much! It helped us appreciate the relationship between what we can see of Bologna now and in the past. Helpful and friendly staff.Written 19 August 2019
- Flora92see0 contributionsmedieval Bologna 14 mininteresting experience :) can walk on the streets and the charaters tell you interesting facts about old time Bologna. then you can jump from a tower and fly over the city :)Written 15 July 2019
- clarencews0 contributionsKid enjoyed the experience very muchMy son really enjoyed the experience which is quite different from the usual routine of churches and museums in Italy. Plus this also provides a different view from a historic perspective with good 3D effects. NICE!Written 13 July 2019
- Experience5875640 contributionsImpressiveThe entire family was having fun while trying this. We really recommend it to everyone. Informative and great!Written 3 July 2019
- SanMarino10100 contributionsGreat experienceI saw this attraction on TripAdviser. My girlfriend was a little sceptical at first but after we had the experience she was glad we did it. So if you're not sure, dont even hesitate, don't even worry, dont even give it a second thought.Written 15 May 2019
- HelkyaLuenik0 contributionsInnovating, smart and funAbsolutely recommended, worth every cent. Staff very friendly and helpful. Perfect for a rainy day or even just to see a little bit of past. Both medieval Bologna and Tutankhamon are meticulously done and very interesting. Must go for everyone, both visitor or who lives in Bologna and wants to see it under a different history perspective 10/10Written 23 April 2019
- Mircea P0 contributionsInteresting but not impressive..I think for an adult is not enough impressive.. but could be very interesting for young's and children's.. only few posts.. kind staff and explicit assistance to use the equipmentWritten 16 April 2019
- canada0100 contributionsWomderfulWe went today and did the tour of Medieval Bologna. We had never done VR before so Serena was a great help in helping us navigate around. She is pleasant and friendly and made the whole experience so much fun. Thanks Serena.Written 25 March 2019
- ryanschmelz0 contributionsGreat VR view of Medieval BolognaThe folks of LaMacchina del Tempo have built an impressive virtual reality experience allowing one to see Medieval Bologana by walking it’s streets, learning from it’s residents, and even flying over the city viewing the towers from above. The staff assists the VR experience by explaining and guiding when needed. Wonderful experience!Written 2 February 2019
- TravelingWithClass0 contributionsGreat experienceMe and my girlfriend visited Bologna around New Years eve, we did not have the reservation but they told us we could return later and gave us the spot. The guy at the front desk was great. We did bot know what bus to use in order to return to the hotel and he wrote down the bus station and gave directions throught google maps. The VR experience is great, its something new and fun. The 25 minutes pass in a blink of an eye. You can interract with the bologna pedestrians and you have multiple stages of the city to go throught it. Also, its very usefull to learn a thing or teo about Bologna. It really takes you to the place you wanna be !!Written 29 December 2018
- SimonCanterbury0 contributionsCompletely differentSomething completely different. Very helpful staff and such a fun experience. Very, very well done (PS you may want to get the longer session - the time flies!)Written 8 December 2018
- James D0 contributionsThe Future of EntertainmentMost Virtual Reality (VR) is very limited in what you can see and do. These folks have developed an interactive VR experience that portrays midieval Bologna and allows you to explore and see a pretty accurate depiction. The experience includes people that explain things and various animals. Great attention to detail. If this is what video games are going to be like, it is going to be addictive. I agree with one of the other reviewers that this will be better once it is wireless. Go Ready Player One! Highly recommended.Written 10 November 2018
- LMTAshtead0 contributionsNew experienceTotally different museum experience, lovely helpful staff, never experienced virtual reality like that, very clever indeed.Written 6 November 2018
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Experience_Bliss
Indio, CA58 contributions
I highly recommend the longer tour. This was my first experience with a VR museum and it was really fun. I have a little gasp when a horse ran me over! At the end you can jump off a tower (it’s not scary) and fly over the city. The young man at the museum was very friendly and helpful. Our best non-food experience in Bologna.
Written 19 September 2019
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Thank you very much for your kind words! Being run over and flying above the city are some of the most exciting parts in the medieval experience, and we're very glad you enjoyed them. We do hope to see you soon again for our upcoming journeys to the past.
Written 19 September 2019
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adaniels83
Leeds, UK354 contributions
Something different to try during your stay, there are 4 experiences that you can enjoy which can take you back in time to medieval Bologna or egypt. Me and my 13 year old daughter thoroughly enjoyed the experience. You have 2 options of a short session (14 mins) at a cost of €12 or the long session (25 mins) at a cost of €18. We did the long session and it was a great way to see what things would of been like back in medieval time which puts some of the sights into context, overall a very good experience
Written 22 October 2019
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Sachi Sharma
Phoenix, AZ138 contributions
We decided to do the shorter virtual reality tour. It lasts 15 minutes and you get to see all the history of Bologna. The place is clean, and the people are very friendly and good at explaining. They even accommodate people who wear glasses so don’t shy away from doing this because you think they will say no to glasses. I personally did not like the feeling of “virtual reality” but it was a great experience nevertheless, and all of my other family members thoroughly enjoyed it. You get to learn a little bit without having to get up but it is still an interactive setting. Virtual reality is not for everyone, but definitely worth trying at least once!
Written 20 July 2019
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Thank you very much!
We are very glad you all enjoyed our trip to the medieval Bologna. Our VR tours are aimed at any target - from kids to adults - and our staff is always trying to make everyone feel at ease, especially when it comes down to "new" technologies. We do hope to see you soon again in the future for our upcoming journeys. Thanks :)
Written 24 August 2019
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Anda v
Haarlem, The Netherlands28 contributions
Entering with high expectations well on time, we first found nobody at reception and then 15 min after the time slot were let in by a guy who made no contact with us, but just almost inaudible explained how we had to use our controllers. Not much fun in his job. That was clear. Then it began and the devices were not working properly or the language or sound had to be adapted … four people with 1 employee. Finally it was running.
It is Supposed to be a 2021 Virtual reality experience but the digital quality is from 10 years back. All new games on devices at our home have a higher quality and nothing came true like ‘you are guided into the world of the 1st century in Bologna’. It was so unreal and (I am really sorry to say) not catching, that we now were happy it only lasted for 25 min.
Rather disappointed about our 4 x 18€ per ticket !!! we left the building. Great idea but take a look at professional institutes like Disney or Omniversum movies to give your cliënts a real sensation of being in a different time zone… this is 1990 technology
It is Supposed to be a 2021 Virtual reality experience but the digital quality is from 10 years back. All new games on devices at our home have a higher quality and nothing came true like ‘you are guided into the world of the 1st century in Bologna’. It was so unreal and (I am really sorry to say) not catching, that we now were happy it only lasted for 25 min.
Rather disappointed about our 4 x 18€ per ticket !!! we left the building. Great idea but take a look at professional institutes like Disney or Omniversum movies to give your cliënts a real sensation of being in a different time zone… this is 1990 technology
Written 27 July 2021
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Dear customers, we’re very sorry for the inconvenience. Unfortunately COVID has been impacting the amount of visitors we welcome in a pretty serious way, and consequently we’ve been facing difficulties scheduling shifts with a balanced number of employees. We are trying to fix this issue. Again, we’re sorry for what happened. Our museum was affected negatively by COVID, just like many other establishments. As you can see from many other reviewers, this is not the standard we’re accustomed to, either technology-wise nor as far as customer care is concerned.
Written 29 July 2021
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Everett B
London, UK56 contributions
May 2023
The VR tour of medeival Bologna was great; very well done. Enjoyable (even for a 58-year-old like me, and I'm sure kids would appreciate it even more) and informative. Choose the longer version (25 minutes).
Note that the same experience is also available at the Museum of the History of Bologna (for a higher charge I believe as it includes entrance to the whole museum).
Note: At the latter location there are also experiences about the Roman era and 18th century (canals) in the city. I did these too (at extra charge) and would recommend them (the short versions) somewhat, in the aforementioned order.
Returning to this attraction -- the Time Machine museum -- it also has a show called "Dante's Inferno" which was sort of grisly but entertaining enough. (I'd choose the short version.)
Note: This museum is very small, centrally located near the main tower.
Note that the same experience is also available at the Museum of the History of Bologna (for a higher charge I believe as it includes entrance to the whole museum).
Note: At the latter location there are also experiences about the Roman era and 18th century (canals) in the city. I did these too (at extra charge) and would recommend them (the short versions) somewhat, in the aforementioned order.
Returning to this attraction -- the Time Machine museum -- it also has a show called "Dante's Inferno" which was sort of grisly but entertaining enough. (I'd choose the short version.)
Note: This museum is very small, centrally located near the main tower.
Written 5 June 2023
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Many thanks for the compliments, our audience is truly transversal... from 9 to 99 years old... children have fun and adults can also appreciate the quality and historical reliability of our 3D reconstructions.
It is true that La Macchina del Tempo is holding a collaboration with the Museum of the History of Bologna until the end of the year with experiences specifically related to the city
Written 13 June 2023
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panilusia
Purley, UK4 contributions
Something new and different than usual, we enjoyed it. You come to the room, you get your VR set and you are ready to explore. The best part - flying :)
Written 27 November 2019
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Debbi R
Newcastle, Australia51 contributions
The place was not easy to find! Address on TripAdvisor is incorrect so use website details. Then it's a couple of rooms in a very nice palazzo. Experience was pretty low tech, although interesting.
Written 16 September 2022
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We apologise for the inconvenience of the wrong address, we will take care of it as soon as possible. VR technology with Oculus Quest headsets is still the most advanced for this kind of experience
Written 28 November 2022
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Kenneth Edwin S
46 contributions
Interesting Virtual Reality experience and informational about the history of Bologna around 900 years ago. Focus is the system of towers that were residences as well as defensive structures. Highlight flying around above the city.
Written 7 November 2019
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Thank you very much for your kind words. Our experiences are an example of edutainment: we do highlight the educational purpose of our reconstructions, but we're all in for a little fun as well. We do hope to see you soon again for our upcoming experiences
Written 9 November 2019
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MS Silva
Rotterdam, The Netherlands62 contributions
Aug 2019
It was a great experience to "walk" and "talk" with the inhabitants of the village in the century XIII. It is really worth to visit.
Written 13 August 2019
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Thank you very much for your kind words! Our experiences are all interactive, however very intuitive. We do hope to see you soon again in the future for other journeys - such as the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamon or the all-new Roman Ages Bologna!
Written 14 August 2019
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Turtle Coach
Ohringen, Germany1,135 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
After walking through medieval Bologna for a while, the program switched to "flight mode" so that we could fly over and along the towers.
Written 22 September 2023
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Vielen Dank für Ihre Bewertung. Wir freuen uns, dass Ihnen nicht nur der Wiederaufbau, sondern auch der aufregende und atemberaubende Flug zwischen den Türmen gefallen hat, den man wirklich nicht verpassen sollte.
Written 27 April 2024
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