Bologna Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Bologna showing heritage architecture, outdoor eating and a square or plaza
Bologna
Bologna showing markets and food
Basilica of San Petronio featuring interior views, a church or cathedral and religious elements
Bologna

Where to stay in Bologna

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Historic Center

4/5(38 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Via Indipendenza to Cattedrale di San Pietro – discover Historic Center, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Historic Center
Palazzo Comunale featuring a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Santo Stefano

5/5(1 area review)

Travellers come to Santo Stefano for its cosy coffee shops, and you can see top attractions like Basilica of San Domenico and Teatro Duse while you're in town.

Santo Stefano
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Saragozza-Porto

4/5(3 area reviews)

Saragozza-Porto is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Portico of San Luca or Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca.

Saragozza-Porto
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Bologna Fiere District

Museums, historical sites and gardens are some highlights of Bologna Fiere District. Make a stop by Parco Nord Arena or Caserme Rosse while you're exploring.

Bologna Fiere District

Bolognina

While visiting Bolognina, you might make a stop by sights like Ippodromo Arcoveggio and Museum for the Memory of Ustica.

Bolognina
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Quadrilatero

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

Quadrilatero
The Social Hub Bologna

The Social Hub Bologna

4 out of 5
Via Aristotile Fioravanti 27, Bologna, BO
The price is NZ$208 per night from 16 July to 17 July
NZ$208
16 July - 17 July
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! (498 reviews)
Top choice, don't hesitate
"Excellent location, excellent staff, good vibes. Entertainment, lots of amenities, clean, good price. I wish I stayed longer, will definitely go back."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

The Social Hub Bologna
Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior

4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51, Bologna, BO
The price is NZ$241 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$241
3 Aug - 4 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! (1,007 reviews)
"Friendly staff and excellent service. VERY clean. Rooms and property modern / updated. Close to the train station. Restaurants and shopping convenient. On-site restaurant / bar."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Starhotels Excelsior
Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale

4 out of 5
Via Indipendenza 60, Bologna, BO
The price is NZ$333 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$333
21 July - 22 July
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! (999 reviews)
"Excellent location, we didn’t opt into the breakfast as it was quite expensive. Clean room!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hotel Internazionale
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Club del Sole Bologna Easy Camping Village

Club del Sole Bologna Easy Camping Village

3 out of 5
Via Romita 12, Bologna, BO
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly campground in Bologna. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the property condition ...
8/10 Very Good! (198 reviews)
"It was a single unit flat which we liked. It was absolutely good for privacy and quietness. The space inside the flat was very well organised, but small. It is close to the city, but at the same time quite and far from concrete and buildings. It was a pleasant stay, and with the good weather, in ..."

Reviewed on 27 Oct. 2024

Club del Sole Bologna Easy Camping Village
Sofihome

Sofihome

Viale Giambattista Ercolani 5-2, Bologna, BO
Stay at this condo in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Piazza Maggiore and PalaDozza are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Overall the whole experience was excellent"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Sofihome
Design Club Collection

Design Club Collection

Via Nazario Sauro 25, Bologna, BO
Stay at this apartment in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Piazza Maggiore and PalaDozza are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (20 reviews)
"Lovely property. Great location and staff."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Design Club Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Bologna

4.5
Top destination
5 - Excellent
28
5 - Excellent 61%
4 - Good
16
4 - Good 35%
3 - Okay
1
3 - Okay 2%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Bologna is a beautiful quite place then other popular places. People are nice and friendly. We did the Ferrari food day tour which was amazing, highly recommend doing that and book through Amazing Italy. Our tour guide was Andrea and he was brilliant

5/5 - Excellent

Nadia

the food is incredible!!!

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Not prepared for today’s international tourist

5/5 - Excellent

Peter

Really enjoyed the food and the outdoor eating.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

So easy to find good food and wine. the atmosphere is great. We also went to a ballet at the Teatro di Communale Bologna. It was a great experience.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A great city to visit, it has everything, Just watch your timing it can be very busy depending on what is happening in the city.

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