Bologna Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in Bologna

Historic Center featuring heritage elements and street scenes

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
Chiesa di San Paolo in Monte

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
Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca

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
BolognaFiere featuring signage and modern architecture

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
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Bolognina

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

Bolognina
Aerial video of Bologna city center at sunset, Emilia Romagna, Italy

San Donato-San Vitale

2/5(1 area review)

San Donato-San Vitale is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by FICO Eataly World and EuropAuditorium Theater while in the area.

San Donato-San Vitale
Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale

4 out of 5
Via Indipendenza 60 Bologna BO
The price is NZ$248 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
NZ$248
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was good at the hotel

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Hotel Internazionale
The Social Hub Bologna

The Social Hub Bologna

4 out of 5
Via Aristotile Fioravanti 27 Bologna BO
The price is NZ$164 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
NZ$164
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this property in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (666 reviews)
Room was spotless, good hotel with a young vibe. Was fantastic for the money. Only let down was a faulty shower, with scalding water.

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

The Social Hub Bologna
Hotel Palace

Hotel Palace

3 out of 5
Via Monte Grappa, 9/2 Bologna BO
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (973 reviews)
Really friendly staff, great breakfast, perfect location

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Hotel Palace
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Residence Vita Studios & Apartments

Residence Vita Studios & Apartments

Via Marsala 47 Bologna BO
Stay at this apartment in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, housekeeping and air conditioning. Popular attractions Piazza Maggiore and Via Zamboni are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (107 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Residence Vita Studios & Apartments
Residenza Ariosto

Residenza Ariosto

2 out of 5
Via Marsala, 11 Bologna BO
Stay at this apartment in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and housekeeping. Popular attractions Piazza Maggiore and Finestrella di Via Piella ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (171 reviews)
Perfect location. Super comfortable apartment. Nice bed. Plenty of pillows!! Guys in the office were helpful and friendly.. Excellent value for money. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Residenza Ariosto
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 family-friendly campsite in Bologna. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the property condition in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (206 reviews)
The stay was short and sweet. Beautiful setting that allowed for peaceful walks with birds and other animal heard. Staff was very courteous and helpful. The puzzaria on site has great food. No need to go anywhere else

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Club del Sole Bologna Easy Camping Village
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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Activities

Reviews of Bologna

4.5
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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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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