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 Piazza VIII Agosto – discover Historic Center, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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

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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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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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

Bolognina

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

Bolognina
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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 Centro Agroalimentare di Bologna and FICO Eataly World while in the area.

San Donato-San Vitale
The Social Hub Bologna

The Social Hub Bologna

4 out of 5
Via Aristotile Fioravanti 27, Bologna, BO
The price is NZ$207 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$207
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (613 reviews)
"Fresh towels replaced daily as well as Nespresso pods and a minimal amount of water. Would have liked more water provided and proper coffee cups."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

The Social Hub Bologna
Fly On Hotel

Fly On Hotel

4 out of 5
Via dell'Aeroporto 34/36, Bologna, BO
The price is NZ$172 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$172
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Room was clean and had nice extras but room was stuffy and too warm."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Fly On Hotel
Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior

4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51, Bologna, BO
The price is NZ$276 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$276
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Really good hotel wonderful staff great room with a very comfortable bed, covenant location walking distance to most historic sites $ exceptional shopping areas, loads of finning options, can’t fault the convenient location meters from train station,"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Starhotels Excelsior
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! (204 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
Residence Vita Studios & Apartments

Residence Vita Studios & Apartments

Via Marsala 47, Bologna, BO
Stay at this apartment in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, housekeeping, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Piazza Maggiore and Ducati Museum are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (106 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 WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Piazza Maggiore and Ducati Museum are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (169 reviews)
"Beautiful apartment and location!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Residenza Ariosto
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
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5 - Excellent 61%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 35%
3 - Okay
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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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