Moved to Galleria Acquaderni

We were meandering back toward Piazza Maggiore when we got a message from the woman who was to meet us at the AirBNB to check us in. As it was only 2:00p, that was especially good news. We detoured to pick up our bags and went to meet her.

Marina greeted us at her entrance to Galleria Acquaderni, which was designed in the early 20th century. The arcade is decorated with frescos depicting some of landmark’s of Bologna. There are two gated access points, which Marina explained are locked after a certain hour. If we want to go in or out when the gates are locked, we will need to use the code that opens the Rizzoli end of the Galleria.

The AirBNB is on floor 1.5 — if that makes sense. Mui took the bags up to the 2nd floor in the elevator and I walked up with Marina. We then had a few steps to negotiate down from the elevator and again into the apartment itself.

I knew the place was going to be small, so that came as no surprise. From the reviews, however, I expected the furnishings to be much better. Overall, the apartment just looks worn. Regardless, the place will be fine for our five-night stay.

On the plus side, the location is convenient, it is quiet despite being steps away from the Due Torri, and we have a private courtyard. We sat out, sipping our wine, after Mui returned from shopping. It quickly turned chilly, however, so we had to move inside for dinner. Hopefully, we’ll get some sun out there so we can make use of the space.Read more