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<h5><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-76636" src="https://static.travelgay.com/media/68020/Bologna-Guide.jpg" alt="" width="100%" />Piazza Maggiore</h5>&nbsp;<h2>Bologna</h2>The capital and largest city of the Emilia-Romagna region of Northern Italy. Bologna is Italy's 6th largest city and the heart of a metropolitan area of over 1 million people.With settlments located here since around 1000 BC, Bologna has a rich and varied history. After the fall of Rome the city was repeatedly sacked by Goths before being rebuilt by Petronius, the city's patron saint. In 1088 the University of Bologna was established and it is widely believed to be the oldest University still in operation today.Nowadays, Bologna is a cultural hub and is frequently rated amongst the top ten cities in Italy in terms of quality of life. It has a thriving economy and the Bologna provice has the third highest GDP in Italy. Visitors are drawn to its amazing old town, great gastronomic culture and varied shopping opportunities.&nbsp;<h2>Gay Rights in Italy</h2>For information about gay rights in Italy, please see our <a href="https://www.travelgay.com/essential-guide-to-rome/">Gay Rome City Guide</a> page.&nbsp;<h2>Gay Scene</h2>In terms of gay venues and party scene, Bologna offers a modest selection of <a href="https://www.travelgay.com/bologna-gay-saunas/">saunas</a>, <a href="https://www.travelgay.com/bologna-gay-cruise-clubs/">cruise clubs</a>, and <a href="https://www.travelgay.com/bologna-gay-bars-clubs/">bars and dance clubs</a>. It does, however, have a large selection of LGBT organisations that have their main bases in the city including Arcigay, Italy's largest gay advocacy organisation, and Gay News, Italy's national gay newspaper.In June there is a vibrant pride festival that attracts guests from all over Italy and abroad. The end of October and beginning of November sees the Gender Bender arts festival take place, showcasing new and innovative works in dance, cinema and art that explore contemporary queer identities.&nbsp;<h2>Getting to Bologna</h2>By planeBologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) is located about 6km north west of the city centre and is the 7th largest airport in Italy. It serves many destinations across Europe, North Africa, the Middle East and there are seasonal charter services to Mombasa and Cancun.TPER offer a shuttle bus service called Aerobus that takes you into Bologna city centre in around 20 minutes (traffic depending). Tickets cost €6 but they are valid for an hour on all Bologna bus services once validated. The service runs every 11 minutes between 5.30 am and 12.15am.Taxis can be hailed from the airport or ordered in advance and offer a quick and easy route to the centre. A journey to Bologna's central train station should cost between €15-20 depending on what time of day you travel, whether it's a bank holiday or if you have large amounts of luggage.By trainBologna is the rail hub of Northern Italy and is well connected to the majority of Italian major cities. There is an overnight sleeper service to and from Paris and is one of the locations on the iconic Venice-Simplon Orient Express.&nbsp;<h2>Getting around Bologna</h2>By footThe best way to get around Bologna is on foot as this is the best way to take in the majesty of the historic city centre. The iconic Due Torri is a good landmark to rely on to avoid getting yourself lost. Remember to look out for scooters and motorbikes, however, as they frequently drive up the back lanes.By busBuses in Bologna are a relatively inexpensive way to get from a to b. Singles cost €1.50 and are valid for 75 minutes. They can be purchased on the bus or at newsagents, tobacconists and cafes (24h passes are €5). The majority of routes run from 6am to 11pm however there are a handful of night services.By taxiTaxis in Bologna tend to be quite expensive but can be easily hailed on the streets or caught from the many taxi ranks across the city. Realistically, you probably won't need to take one as the city centre is relatively compact.By bikeDue to Bolgna's large student population, cycling is a very popular method of transportation here. There are many cycle hire schemes in operation here. If bringing your own bike do take precautions as bike thefts are not uncommon, especially around the university area.&nbsp;<h2>Where to Stay in Bologna</h2>For some of the best hotel selections in Bologna, visit our <a href="https://www.travelgayhotels.com/Place/Bologna.htm">Gay Bologna Hotels page</a>.&nbsp;<h2>Things to See &amp; Do</h2>Due Torri - these two towers are probably the most iconic image of Bologna's cityscape. The legend has it that the two towers were built by competing families in the 12th Century to show which of them were the most powerful but that remains up for debate.Piazza Maggiore - Bologna's main square and the beating heart of the city. Here you will find many restaurants where you can sample the dish that Bologna is most famous for internationally-  ragù alla bolognese.Jewish Museum - this museum, located in Bologna's former Jewish ghetto, traces the history of the city's Jewish population. An interesting and sobering experience.San Petronio Basilica - enormous gothic church on the Piazza Maggiore. This church is the tenth largest in the world in terms of volume and is notable as being the birth place of Bolognese bell ringing art.Lamborghini Museum - if you needed a reminder that Bologna was one of Italy's richest regions, than look no further. Located about 50 minutes on bus from the city centre, here you can discover the history of one the world's most iconic luxury brands.Galleria Cavour - the place to go for the ultimate in high-end shopping. Here you will find all the high-end brands should you wish to splurge.&nbsp;<h2>When to Visit</h2>Bologna experiences extremely warm summers which results in many local residents leaving the city, giving it an almost "ghost town" like quality. Spring and the fall are pleasant as the weather is fine and the students bring life to the city. Winters are cool with the occasional dusting of snow.There are a wide range of festivals and events that take place in Bologna. In July there is a film festival held in Piazza Maggiore which showcases restored silent films as well as modern classics. In December the city also hosts the MotorShow which brings a wide range of impressive vehicles to the city.&nbsp;<h2>Money</h2>Italy is a member of the euro zone. ATM's (bancomat) are widely available. Shops love cash. You will not be refused a discount in many independent stores if you pay cash. Most shops will ask for ID if you pay with a credit card.Foreign exchange offices (cambio) are located close to all main tourist areas but generally offer poor rates of exchange.

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Bologna è una delle gemme nascoste d'Italia. Essendo una delle città meno visitate d'Italia, sarai libero da sciami di turisti. Bologna è una città ricca che vanta la più antica università d'Europa ed è la patria delle lasagne alla bolognese.Troverai una piccola scena gay a Bologna. Ha una popolazione studentesca considerevole. Il principale bar e club gay di Bologna si chiama Red. È sicuramente il posto giusto.Esplora le gallerie, i negozi e i ristoranti intorno a Piazza Maggiore, il principale centro commerciale della città. Naturalmente, la cucina locale è un punto culminante importante. I buongustai andranno bene a Bologna - a est più lasagne che puoi.

Bologna è una delle gemme nascoste d'Italia. Essendo una delle città meno visitate d'Italia, sarai da sciami di turisti. Bologna è una città ricca che vanta la più antica università d'Europa ed è la patria delle lasagne alla bolognese.
Troverai una piccola scena gay a Bologna. Ha una popolazione studentesca considerevole. Il principale bar e club gay di Bologna si chiama Red. È sicuramente il posto giusto.
Esplora le gallerie, i negozi ei ristoranti intorno a Piazza Maggiore, il principale centro commerciale della città. Naturalmente, la cucina locale è un punto culminante importante. I buongustai andranno bene a Bologna - a est più lasagne che puoi.

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Step-child adoptions for same-sex couples are recognized by Italian courts since June 2016, under the law 184/1983. 
 
On November 20th, 2023, the Juvenile Court ruled that gay couples can be foster parents.

The ability for same-sex couples to legally adopt a child.

Some courts have recognized foreign joint adoption. Some receptions are also made for step-children. Gay adoption legalizing pending.

The couple applying for adoption must be a married, different sex couple.  Custody has been granted to a same-sex parent on the basis of the "child's best interest," but this is very rare.

The difference between legal age of consent for homosexual sex and heterosexual sex.

Italy uses a risk-based donor selection system that treats MSM and heterosexual partners equally. 

The ability for MSMs (men who have sex with men) to donate blood or tissue for organ transplants. A deferral period refers to a waiting time before a man can donate after having sex.

Italy legalizes blood donations as Health Minister lifts blood ban.  However, Italy still denies men who engaged in "risky behaviors"

The Italian Health Minister Umberto Veronesi lifted the gay blood ban in 2001.

In Italy, there are no laws restricting to discussion or promotion of LGBTQ+ topics.

Censorship or prohibition of discussing, promoting, or teaching LGBTQ+ topics in media, schools, and in the general public.

A Supreme Court decision overruled the surgery requirement to change one's legal gender.

Legal recognition of sex reassignment by permitting a change of legal gender on an individual's birth certificate.

Not banned by the law. However, the national psychological association officially stated in 2013 that conversion therapy goes strictly against its code of ethics and therefore is not allowed.

Legal status of conducting sexual orientation changing therapy ("ex-gay" therapy)

In Tuscany, Piedmont, Liguria, Marche, Umbria, Sicily and Emilia-Romagna discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity is banned

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity.

On 15 January 2023, a court in Rome ruled against a school who had fired a trans professor due to her gender identity, claiming that it amounted to sex discrimination.

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity in employment, including hiring, promotion, termination, harassment, etc.

Discrimination protection is afforded on the grounds of sexual orientation

No laws against homosexual relationships anywhere in Italy's Penal Code

Consensual sexual activity between individuals of the same sex.

In Piedmont, housing discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity is forbidden.

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity when applying for housing or discrimination by landlords / property owners.

Italy's parliament has backed same-sex civil unions. MPs in the lower house voted 372-51 for the government, ensuring that the civil unions bill will become law. Under Italian law a same sex couple in a civil union have all the of the rights and the obligations of marriage except for the right to jointly adopt a child.

Marriage and marriage recognition between two people of the same biological sex and/or gender identity.

Some symbolic civil unions are recognized in select regions though no full and meaningful recognition is given.

Until 1986, "sexual deviance" was a reason for exclusion for military service. At that time, some men claimed to be homosexual to avoid the draft. Lesbians have never been banned from the Italian military since women were first allowed to serve in 2000. Since 2010, discrimination against gays and lesbians in military service is banned, but the situation for transgender people is unclear. The organization Polis Aperta estimates that 5 to 10% of Italians in uniformed service (military or police) are LGB. Despite the ban on discrimination, some service personnel unfortunately face harassment or violence because of their sexual orientation. Unfortunately transgenders have not yet gained the right to military service in Italy 

The ability for homosexuals to serve in the military and be open about their sexuality.

Until 1986, "sexual deviance" was a reason for exclusion for military service. At that time, some men claimed to be homosexual to avoid the draft. 

Italy does not yet legally recognize non-binary identities. 
 
However, a breaking decision on March 7, 2022, had the Italian court rule in favor of a non-binary person to have their gender recognized. 
 
They are currently the only example of this recognition.

Legal recognition of non-binary, genderqueer, or third gender identities.

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Bart è un circolo sociale/crociera privo di attitudine per uomini per incontrare altri uomini a Bologna. Il club presenta più livelli e aree, tutti dedicati a facilitare la socializzazione, l'intrattenimento, la soddisfazione sensoriale e l'azione eccitante tra gli uomini. Conservanti e lubrificanti sono sempre disponibili. Il personale cordiale e disponibile è lieto di rispondere alle domande e pronto ad assistervi. Ogni notte è un'avventura diversa. A seconda del tema, i codici di abbigliamento possono variare (di solito non ce n'è nessuno). Controlla il sito Web per informazioni sull'evento.

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