Palazzo Fava

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Via Alessandro Manzoni 2, 40121, Bologna Italy
+39 051 19936329Official website
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About

Palazzo Fava, situated at Via Manzoni 2 in the historic centre of Bologna, is a Renaissance palace turned art museum. Part of the Genus Bononiae consortium, the museum hosts a dynamic program of national and international exhibitions, drawing visitors with its iconic Carracci frescoes—“Giasone e Medea”—created in the 1580s by the three brothers Ludovico, Annibale and Agostino Carracci. The elegant piano nobile offers a dramatic setting for these masterpieces, while the lower floors showcase a wide array of modern and contemporary works from the Fondazione Carisbo collection. The museum also houses a rich library and archive of art historical materials, making it a comprehensive cultural destination for scholars and casual visitors alike. Whether you are a school group, an art enthusiast or simply a curious traveller, Palazzo Fava delivers an immersive experience into Bologna’s artistic heritage.

Highlights

  • Carracci Fresco Cycle
  • Modern and Contemporary Collections
  • Art Library and Archive

Must-See Areas

Piano Nobile Frescoes
Fondazione Carisbo Collection Spaces

Good to Know

Good for

Families
Art Enthusiasts
History Lovers
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