Arte Fiera and ART CITY at Palazzo Pepoli
From 6 to 8 February 2026, Bologna will host a new edition of Arte Fiera, Italy's longest-running art fair and a benchmark for the contemporary art world since 1974.
During ART CITY, from 5 to 8 February 2026, holders of an Arte Fiera ticket will be able to visit Palazzo Pepoli - Museum of the History of Bologna at a reduced rate.
And don't miss the 2026 edition of do ut do, which, on the occasion of ART CITY Bologna, presents a rich programme of exhibitions and events in prestigious public and private venues throughout the city: at Palazzo Pepoli, you can visit the collective exhibition "Identità, l'Io plurale" free of charge.
Tickets
€5
Non-residents and groups of at least 10 people (including at least 2 Arte Fiera ticket holders)
€3
Residents, over 65s, companions of Card Cultura holders, university students and children aged between 13 and 18
Free
Children up to 12 years of age, persons with disabilities and one accompanying person*, holders of the Card Cultura and Bologna Welcome Card, tour guides.
*Free tickets reserved for persons with disabilities or holders of an EU Disability Card or other document + 1 accompanying person must be booked by writing to palazzopepoli@bolognawelcome.it or by going directly to the Museum ticket office.
On the occasion of WHITE NIGHT on 7 February 2026, the History Museum will remain open until midnight - book your place
From 7 p.m., the rates dedicated to Art City week (see above) will apply without the need to show your Arte Fiera ticket.
The ticket office closes 30 minutes before the Museum closes.
What's included
Museum admission and audio guide
Cancellation policy
Cancellation with refund or change in the booking possible up to 24 hours before the scheduled start of the activity
Before booking, please note
Audio guide
To use the audio guide, you will need your smartphone and headphones
Pets
No pets of any size are allowed
Baggage
Large bags or backpacks are not allowed
Reductions
To receive any discounted admission, visitors must present valid proof of eligibility (e.g. Card Cultura, Bologna Welcome Card, student ID, proof of residence, guide/tour companion credentials, etc.)
Opening hours during ART CITY Bologna 2026
- Thursday 5 February and Friday 6 February: 10:00 am–7:00 pm
- Saturday 7 February: 10:00 am–midnight (ART CITY White Night)
- Sunday 8 February: 10:00 am–7:00 pm
Important notice
To take advantage of the Arte Fiera discount, go directly to the museum tickets desk and show your Arte Fiera admission ticket.