Venue
The conference will be held in DAMSLab.
The address is: Piazzetta P. P. Pasolini, 5/b, 40122 Bologna, Italy
DAMSLab belongs to the Department of Arts of the University of Bologna. More information on the venue can be found on their website.
Travel
Bologna is well-connected by trains and also has an international airport.
From the airport, you can take the Marconi Express to reach the central railway station for €12.80. You can also take an official taxi from the airport and the cost will be around €25 to the city centre (higher at night & if you have luggage).
Once in Bologna, you can use the local busses (TPER). Tickets can be purchased at ticket machines, tobacco shops, or via the TPER mobile app. A standard one-way ticket costs €1.50 and is valid for 75 minutes.
A few of our attendees made us aware of the rising number of cases during this flu season so we encourage those travelling to Italy to wear masks during international travel so we can minimise viruses having a cross-border party in the venue.
Accommodation
If we are arranging your accommodation in Bologna, you have heard from us about it.
There are several decent hotels around the venue (like Mercure, NH Bologna, Zanhotel Europa, Millennhotel) and many, many others around the city.
Food at the conference
Lunch will be provided, with a choice of vegetarian or vegan options. The food is made with locally-sourced ingredients. We will also have a drinks reception on Friday evening at the venue.
Live streaming
This is a fully in-person conference so no sessions will be live streamed or recorded.
About Bologna
Bologna is a city rich in history, culture, and culinary tradition. Known as La Dotta (The Learned), La Grassa (The Fat), and La Rossa (The Red), Bologna is home to Europe’s oldest university, an unparalleled food scene, and striking medieval architecture.
Don’t forget to enjoy the city too! Some local spots to grab a bite at:
- Vesuvia Brugnoli: An easy takeaway pizza place close to DAMSLab, perfect for a quick meal.
- Trattoria di Via Serra: A simple and relaxed osteria serving classic Italian dishes.
- Bottega Portici Lab, Indipendenza: Offers fresh takeaway tortellini and tagliatelle, giving you a taste of Bologna’s renowned pasta dishes.
- Botanica Lab Cucina: A well-regarded vegan restaurant at the heart of the city.
- Trattoria La Montanara: Traditional Bolognese cuisine in a cozy, vintage atmosphere.
If you want to take home some local delicacies, then you should visit Mercato delle Erbe, a cute indoor market offering everything from fresh produce to small eateries. For all your cheese needs, we recommend Formaggeria Barbieri located inside the market.
