Things to Do in Imola

The main square, dominated by the medieval Palazzo Comunale (town hall). The arcaded ground floor is open to the public, and inside there's a free exhibition of historic maps and civic emblems. The square has benches and a small fountain.

🕐 Square always open; town hall foyer 8:30–12:30 & 14:30–17:30 Mon–Fri

💡 Go on a Saturday morning when the weekly market fills the square. Late afternoon, the light hits the brickwork of the palazzo perfectly.

The famous Formula 1 racetrack. You can walk the perimeter fence and see parts of the track and the pit buildings for free. Entry to the museum inside costs about €10.

🕐 Gates always open; museum 10:00–18:00 Tue–Sun

💡 Weekday mornings are quietest. Walk to the back straight near the Variante Alta corner for the best view over the fence.

A restored 15th-century fortress in the centre. The outer courtyards and ramparts are free to explore; the interior museum costs a few euros. From the top, you get a clear view of the town and the surrounding hills.

🕐 Outer areas dawn–dusk; museum 9:00–19:00 Mon–Sat

💡 Free access to the walkways ends at sundown. Go just before closing for golden light and fewer people.

A former convent housing art exhibitions. The cloister and the church interior (when not hosting paid exhibitions) are free. The building itself is a fine example of Renaissance brickwork.

🕐 Exterior always open; cloister 10:00–13:00 & 15:00–18:00 Tue–Sun

💡 Ask at the ticket desk if the chiostro piccolo (small cloister) is open – it's often overlooked and has fresco fragments.

A large public park built around natural mineral springs. There are shaded walking paths, a small lake, and a playground. You can drink from the sulphur-rich spring at the source pavilion.

🕐 Always open

💡 Bring an empty bottle and fill up at the Fontana della Salute – locals swear by the water. Avoid after rain; the paths get muddy.