Osteria del Sole

Overview

Osteria del Sole is one of the oldest taverns in the world, dating back to 1465. It's a historic restaurant located in the heart of Bologna, known for its traditional Italian cuisine and charming atmosphere.

It's one of the oldest continuously operating taverns in the world, offering a unique glimpse into Bologna's culinary history.

Historical Site Italian Cuisine

Location

Address

Vicolo Ranocchi 1/d, Bologna, Italy

Neighborhood: Città Vecchia

Coordinates

44.494887, 11.342616

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

tuesday 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

wednesday 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

thursday 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

friday 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

saturday 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

sunday 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Admission

Adults

varies by meal

Children

varies by meal

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early evening

fewer tourist crowds, perfect for dinner

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2-3 hours

Full Experience

evening

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• outdoor seating
• spring menus

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• autumn menus
• wine pairings

winter

cold

• holiday decorations
• winter menus

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Reservations recommended
Cash preferred
Check dress code

What to Bring

essential

ID cash/cards reservation confirmation

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

inappropriate clothing loud behavior

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: none

• stairs

Medical facilities: none on-site

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

Euro

Typical Costs

meal €20-€50

wine €5-€15

dessert €5-€10

Dress Code

casual-elegant, comfortable shoes, no specific requirement, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• at least a week
• official website or phone
• 24 hours
• reservations help

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Osteria del Sole App

Size: 20 MB

Features: Menu, Reservations, History

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: main dining room

Charging Stations: none

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Guglielmo Marconi Airport

Distance: 7 km

Travel Time: 20 minutes

taxi

€30-€40 20 min

public_transport

€4.30 35 min

From City Center

Distance: 1 km

walking

free 15 min

taxi

€8-€10 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic significance, great food

Historical Significance: One of the oldest taverns in the world, serving traditional Bolognese cuisine for centuries

Insider Tips

Ask for the specials of the day
Try the local wines

Local Recommendations

• Try the tortellini in brodo
• Ask for local wine pairings
• Visit nearby Piazza Maggiore

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Ciao

thank_you Grazie

where_is Dov'è

how_much Quanto costa

beautiful Bellissimo

ticket Biglietto

Guide Languages: Italian, English, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main dining room

Best Time: early evening

Tips: capture the historic decor

Result: charming interior shots

#bologna #italy #history #food

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, main dining room

prohibited areas kitchen, private dining rooms

flash photography only with permission

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy with permission

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Piazza Maggiore

Distance: 200m

Walking: 3 min

Type: Square

Basilica di San Petronio

Distance: 250m

Walking: 4 min

Type: Church

Gelateria Funivia

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min

Type: Ice Cream Shop

Reviews

4.7

Based on 5,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Make a reservation"
"Try the local wines"
"Visit in the evening"

Contact Information

+39 051 267 342

info@osteriadelsole.it

www.osteriadelsole.it

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