The Best Record Stores in Bologna
Bologna is a goldmine for music lovers.
Whether you're a die-hard collector or just looking for something new to spin, this city has it all.
Let's dive into Bologna's vibrant record store scene and uncover the must-visit spots for every music enthusiast.
Ready to find your next favorite record?
Let's go.
If Nick Hornby were born in Bologna, he'd set "High Fidelity" at Disco d'Oro.
Don't expect smiles or a warm welcome, but a huge selection of vinyl and a few CDs.
If you're into indie, alternative rock or electronic, this has to be the #1 place on your list.
Info
Via Galliera, 23, 40121 Bologna BO
Tel. +39 051 260907
You can find most of the last-minute releases in this friendly store, mostly in vinyl.
Save space in your bag for gadgets, t-shirts and music players.
You'd need a couple of hours to browse it all and...don't miss the loft.
Info
Via Guglielmo Oberdan, 24F, 40126 Bologna BO
Tel. +39 051 225425
SEMM Store
Discorama grew from the ashes of a memorable music store in Bologna.
You go there for CDs at a very good price.
And if you smell of mortadella, there's a famous Bologna street food place next door.
Info
Via de’ Monari, 1/A, 40121 Bologna BO
Tel. +39 051 296 0976
Even if you're not very into club and house music, you have to visit this small shop inside Gavina Shop in Via Altabella.
The shop itself is a masterpiece of Bologna's modern architecture designed by Carlo Scarpa.
If you don't like their music selection you can always pick up a T-shirt from the clothes shop.
Info
Via Altabella, 23/A, 40125 Bologna BO
Tel. +39 351 995 4892
Archivio180
The oldest music shop in Bologna.
Since 1905 the shop published and traded sheet music and rented musical instruments.
This piece of history is now in Via Ugo Bassi but used to be in the heart of Mercato di Mezzo Food Market.
Why not get a vintage music sheet as a souvenir from Bologna?
Info
Via Ugo Bassi, 31/F, 40121 Bologna BO
Tel. +39 051 225722
Bongiovanni
The strangest shop on the list and also the one you need a bike ride or a bus to reach.
But hey, distance has never been a problem for vinyl nerds!
This tiny rarity shop only about vinyl is a little gem. You'll love the owner by the time you enter the door.
Info
Via Filippo Beroaldo, 26/B, 40127 Bologna BO
Tel. +39 051 587 1883
Young guys use Spotify, but they also open record shops.
180 Grammi is a recent addition in Bologna with a good selection of new releases and used stuff.
A friendly place where you need to search in every corner.
Info
Via Frassinago, 4/a, 40123 Bologna BO
Tel. +39 340 627 8411
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