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 Teatro Auditorium Manzoni – 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 Villa delle Rose or Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca.

Saragozza-Porto

Bolognina

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

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 FICO Eataly World and EuropAuditorium Theater while in the area.

San Donato-San Vitale
Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton

4 out of 5
Via Montebello 8 Bologna BO
The price is NZ$270 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
NZ$270
19 Dec - 20 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
I had a very nice room, close to the railway station but it was easy to walk into the centre. Breakfast here is excellent.

Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

Royal Hotel Carlton
Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior

4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51 Bologna BO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$257 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
NZ$257
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
Great hotel

Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Starhotels Excelsior
The Social Hub Bologna

The Social Hub Bologna

4 out of 5
Via Aristotile Fioravanti 27 Bologna BO
The price is NZ$161 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
NZ$161
24 Dec - 25 Dec
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! (640 reviews)
Super nice staff. Lots of amenities- even a holiday market. We will stay here again for sure!

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

The Social Hub Bologna
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.
 Phi Hotel Bologna Apartments

Phi Hotel Bologna Apartments

4.5 out of 5
Piazza de' Celestini 3 Bologna BO
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Piazza Maggiore and Palazzo ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)
Generally a good experience for the money

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Phi Hotel Bologna Apartments
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
Residenza Ariosto Depandance

Residenza Ariosto Depandance

Via Marsala 8 Bologna BO
Stay at this apartment in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, premium bedding and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Piazza Maggiore and Finestrella di Via ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (61 reviews)
Beautiful traditional home that is cozy, great location, and spacious. The only thing was, when we arrived, we were confused with the entrance of the building. Other than that, its located in the center of old town bologna and near the popular Bolognese place.

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Residenza Ariosto Depandance
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
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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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