Cirenaica Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

BolognaFiere

BolognaFiere

Attend a conference or exhibition in the heart of historic Bologna at a sleek, modern and multipurpose center that hosts events throughout the year.

BolognaFiere
Bologna featuring heritage architecture, a square or plaza and a city

Piazza Maggiore

Not only has this been the epicenter of Bologna since the 13th century, but it is also one of the largest and oldest squares in all of Italy.

Piazza Maggiore
Ducati Museum featuring interior views

Ducati Museum

Get an insider perspective and discover the history and prestige of the iconic Ducati motorcycle at this museum and factory.

Ducati Museum
Two Towers

Two Towers

A magnificent view over the medieval rooftops of Bologna’s city center is just reward for the arduous climb to the top of one of these ancient towers.

Two Towers
Basilica of San Petronio showing religious elements, heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Basilica of San Petronio

See one of the largest churches in the world and learn the story behind its magnificent yet unfinished marble façade.

Basilica of San Petronio
Fountain of Neptune showing a statue or sculpture and a fountain

Fountain of Neptune

This intriguing work of art is one of the most well-known symbols of Bologna and an important public gathering place.

Fountain of Neptune

Activities

Bologna: Traditional Bolognese Cooking Class with a Meal

Bologna: Traditional Bolognese Pasta Making with Meal

NZ$118
per adult
Bologna: Traditional Bolognese Pasta Making with Meal
Italian Motor Valley

Motor Valley from Florence: Ducati,Lambo,Pagani&Ferrari+Food&Wine

NZ$919
per adult
Motor Valley from Florence: Ducati,Lambo,Pagani&Ferrari+Food&Wine
From Bologna: Parma Cheese & Ham Factory Tours and Tastings

From Bologna: Parma Cheese & Ham Factory Tours and Tastings

NZ$353
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Bologna: Parma Cheese & Ham Factory Tours and Tastings
Day Tour Parmigiano, Ferrari Museum, Balsamic, Lambrusco, Lunch with Transfer

Day Tour Parmigiano, Ferrari Museum, Balsamic, Lambrusco, Lunch with Transfer

NZ$333
per adult
Day Tour Parmigiano, Ferrari Museum, Balsamic, Lambrusco, Lunch with Transfer
Bologna Small Group Walking Tour

Tales & Tastes of Bologna: A City Adventure by That's All Local

NZ$127
per adult
Tales & Tastes of Bologna: A City Adventure by That's All Local
Bologna: Hands on Home Cooking Class

Bologna: Pasta Tagliatelle Ragu Cooking Class with Wine

NZ$116
per adult
Bologna: Pasta Tagliatelle Ragu Cooking Class with Wine
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Our pick of the best Cirenaica Hotel Deals

Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton

4 out of 5
Via Montebello 8, Bologna, BO
The price is NZ$245 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$245
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice but older fashioned hotel. 15 minutes from train station. Another 15 minute walk to centre. Good location."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Royal Hotel Carlton
The Social Hub Bologna

The Social Hub Bologna

4 out of 5
Via Aristotile Fioravanti 27, Bologna, BO
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$192 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$192
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star property in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (550 reviews)
"Excellent modern property which has large modern rooms, air-con and a pool. Really good breakfast. While it’s outside of the city centre proper, it’s in a quiet area that still has a lot of amentities and is close to the station"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

The Social Hub Bologna
Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior

4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51, Bologna, BO
The price is NZ$212 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$212
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Great position opposite the railway station. Staff charming, friendly and knowledgeable. Comfortable bed and good breakfast. I will return."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Starhotels Excelsior
Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale

4 out of 5
Via Indipendenza 60, Bologna, BO
The price is NZ$405 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$405
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Hotel was nice and staff were super friendly. However aircon in the room was ineffective and there’s major road works going on outside which wasn’t ideal"

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

Hotel Internazionale
Fly On Hotel

Fly On Hotel

4 out of 5
Via dell'Aeroporto 34/36, Bologna, BO
The price is NZ$175 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$175
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Decent hotel airport with restaurant."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Fly On Hotel
Grand Hotel Elite

Grand Hotel Elite

4 out of 5
Via Aurelio Saffi 36, 0510010535, Bologna, BO
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Piazza Maggiore and Ducati Museum are located ...
7/10 Good! (90 reviews)
"This hotel exceeded my expectations given previous Expedia ratings. The staff are not that friendly and the hotel corridors and reception are very dated but my room was spacious, incredibly clean and in a superb location. Highly recommend booking this as a cost-effective base in Bologna."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Cirenaica

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San Donato

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Donato and surrounding area, you can visit EuropAuditorium Theater and Luigi Cattaneo Anatomical Wax Museum.

San Donato
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Scandellara

While there might not be top attractions in Scandellara, you can explore the larger area and discover places like EuropAuditorium Theater and Teatro Comunale di Bologna.

Scandellara
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L'antico Ghetto Ebraico

You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in L'antico Ghetto Ebraico. You might want to make time for a stop at Via Zamboni or Jewish Museum.

L'antico Ghetto Ebraico
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Historic Center

4/5(38 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Via Indipendenza to Piazza VIII Agosto – discover Historic Center, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Historic Center
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Quadrilatero

If you're spending some time in Quadrilatero, Galleria Cavour Shopping Center and Piazza Maggiore are top sights worth seeing.

Quadrilatero
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Bolognina

While visiting Bolognina, you might make a stop by sights like Ippodromo Arcoveggio and Teatro Testoni Ragazzi.

Bolognina

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