This is the telephone area code for Bologna and the surrounding Emilia-Romagna region in Italy.
How to Call Bologna from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 39 (Italy country code)
- Dial the area code (051 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number (6-8 digits)
Example: Calling Bologna from Spain
00 39 051 123 4567
Where:
00 = Spain exit code
39 = Italy country code
051 = Bologna area code (with the 0 for international format)
123 4567 = Local Bologna phone number
Quick Facts
Bologna Area Code Coverage
The 051 area code covers Bologna and surrounding areas in the Emilia-Romagna region:
Historic Center
Piazza Maggiore, Two Towers, medieval porticoes
University District
University of Bologna, student areas, cultural institutions
San Donato-San Vitale
Residential areas, parks, local commerce
Bologna Fiere
Exhibition center, trade fair district, business area
Colli Bolognesi
Hills surrounding Bologna, vineyards, scenic areas
Greater Bologna Area
Metropolitan Bologna and surrounding Emilia-Romagna towns
Major Italian Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Italy
When calling Bologna from these countries, use these exit codes:
Spain
00
United Kingdom
00
Germany
00
France
00
United States
011
Switzerland
00