Bologna

Virtual Tour in medieval Bologna: explore the city's past

  4.3 (19 reviews)

An engaging experience in Medieval Bologna with an immersive VR journey through ancient streets, soaring towers and everyday life.

Duration

25 minutes

Smartphone tickets accepted

Instant ticket delivery

- Admission to Time Machine: Tower and Power/Medieval Bologna

- VR headset experience

- Booking and handling fees

- Food and beverages

- Guided tour (other than the built-in VR narration)

Travel back to the Middle Ages with Time Machine: Tower and Power/Medieval Bologna, an immersive VR experience in the city’s historic center. Bologna once had nearly 100 towers: only 22 remain today, but thanks to virtual reality, you can see them all restored to their original splendor. Wander through lively alleys and courtyards and discover how the people of the time lived.

Put on the VR headset and watch butchers, bakers, and artisans at work in their shops. Step into a medieval tavern, admire the original architecture, and soar above the towers that once shaped the city skyline. This experience combines accurate historical details with immersive paths, offering a stunning and captivating view of medieval Bologna.

- Pets are welcome
- Unsuitable for those suffering from epilepsy

What is the Time Machine: Tower and Power / Medieval Bologna experience?
It’s an immersive virtual reality journey that recreates medieval Bologna with impressive accuracy. You can walk through narrow alleys, enter courtyards, observe daily life, and even fly among the city’s legendary towers. A mix of storytelling and technology brings the Middle Ages vividly to life.

How long does the Time Machine experience last?
The full VR experience lasts about 25 minutes. It's designed to be intense but not overwhelming, offering enough time to explore medieval Bologna without feeling rushed. The visit includes both guided narration and interactive moments.

What languages are available for the audio and live guides?
Both the audio narration and the live assistants are available in English and Italian. This ensures clear guidance throughout the VR journey and allows visitors to fully understand the historical context and interactive cues.

Are pets allowed in the Time Machine attraction?
Yes, pets are welcome inside the attraction. The environment is calm and controlled, making it manageable for animals as long as they are comfortable with indoor spaces and nearby visitors.

Is the Time Machine attraction suitable for people with epilepsy?
No, the VR visuals, rapid movements, and immersive light effects make the experience unsuitable for individuals with epilepsy. This is for safety reasons and to avoid triggering seizures during the virtual journey.

What should I bring to the Time Machine experience?
Simply show your smartphone voucher at the entrance. Staff will exchange it for your physical ticket and guide you through the short check-in process before the VR session begins.

Is the Time Machine attraction wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the entire attraction is wheelchair accessible. The layout and VR setup are designed to accommodate visitors with mobility needs without limiting their experience.

Are food and beverages included in the ticket price?
No, food and drinks are not part of the admission. The ticket exclusively covers access to the immersive VR experience and any on-site assistance provided by staff.

Where is the Time Machine: Medieval Bologna located?
You’ll find it at Via Zamboni 7, right in Bologna’s historic center. The location is easily reachable on foot or by public transport, close to major cultural landmarks.

Can I get a refund if I need to cancel my ticket?
Yes, you can cancel free of charge and receive a full refund as long as you do so at least 72 hours before your scheduled visit. After that window, refunds are no longer available.

A woman using a VR headset and controllers; the background shows a medieval village scene with people in historical attire.
Two people in ancient clothing look up at another person on the roof of a brick building with boarded-up windows.
A person rides a horse through a sunlit town square with buildings and a large tree.
A person in medieval clothing stirs a large cauldron indoors while another person works at a table in the background.
A person with long red hair, draped in a blue fabric, sitting against a textured wall near a doorway with a colorful curtain inside.
Aerial view of a medieval village with tall brown towers and buildings with red and yellow thatched roofs along winding streets.
A woman using a VR headset and controllers; the background shows a medieval village scene with people in historical attire.
Two people in ancient clothing look up at another person on the roof of a brick building with boarded-up windows.
A person rides a horse through a sunlit town square with buildings and a large tree.
A person in medieval clothing stirs a large cauldron indoors while another person works at a table in the background.
A person with long red hair, draped in a blue fabric, sitting against a textured wall near a doorway with a colorful curtain inside.
Aerial view of a medieval village with tall brown towers and buildings with red and yellow thatched roofs along winding streets.

Where it is

La Macchina del Tempo, Via Zamboni, 7

7, Via Zamboni, 40126, Bologna.

Activity provider: Itimere S.r.l.

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