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Bologna

University city with a growing coworking and remote-work culture

In Bologna, a mid-range month runs about $2,099 (€1,819) and there is low violent crime city-wide.

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Ratings

Scores run from 1 to 10 and compare each place with every other destination on Nomadr. Higher is always better. Cost is shown as a level, from Very Low to Very High.

Cost (day-to-day)High

More expensive day to day than about 70% of cities

Internet9.8/10

Among the 5% fastest cities for internet

Visas6/10

Easier visas than about 55% of cities

Coworking5.1/10

Weaker coworking than about 55% of cities

English5/10

Less English-friendly than about 80% of cities

Walkability7.7/10

Easier to get around than about 75% of cities

Gyms & Wellness8.6/10

Better wellness options than about 85% of cities

Getting There7.9/10

Easier to reach than about 75% of cities

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Everything we know

29 categories for Bologna, grouped for quick scanning — coverage varies from city to city. Open any row for the full detail and any cited sources.

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Life

Outdoor activities

  • Beaches: not available here. Nearest on Nomadr: Venice (~150 km) · Cinque Terre (~150 km)
  • Surfing: not available here. Nearest on Nomadr: Cinque Terre (~150 km) · Zadar (~300 km)
  • Scuba Diving: not available here. Nearest on Nomadr: Venice (~150 km) · Cinque Terre (~150 km)

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