Day trips from Bologna are almost too easy. This city makes an ideal base for exploring the treasures of Emilia-Romagna and beyond. During our month-long stay, we took side trips to Modena, Ravenna, Mantova, and Verona. We visited Modena alone three times. Not on purpose, and not our best planning. Each town offers its own distinct charm, history, and incredible food.  Read on for the goods. Curious about the full story of our month living and working in Bologna? Start here. Looking for a deep dive into what to see, do, and eat in Bologna itself? Click here. sleek Italian trains First, a word about the trains Italian trains are…