Fontana del Nettuno

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Cultural Landmark in BolognaFree

Piazza del Nettuno, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy

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A 16th-century Renaissance fountain featuring a prominent bronze statue of Neptune by Giambologna. It serves as a historic symbol of the city and is famous for its clever perspective-based optical illusions.

Written from public posts on Instagram. Updated Oct 2026.

Highlights

  • Bronze statue of Neptune by Giambologna
  • Renaissance Mannerist sculpture
  • Local tradition of circling the fountain for good luck
  • Located in the historic Piazza del Nettuno

Details

Address
Piazza del Nettuno, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Coordinates
44.49427, 11.34266

Good to know

Fontana del Nettuno is a cultural landmark in Bologna, Italy. A 16th-century Renaissance fountain featuring a prominent bronze statue of Neptune by Giambologna. It serves as a historic symbol of the city and is famous for its clever perspective-based optical illusions.

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