Bologna

Travel Guide

A street with outdoor cafes, a statue, and historic buildings.
A historic street with ornate buildings, a prominent tower, and pedestrians.
A bustling market street with vendors selling fresh produce and other goods.
A church interior with a golden statue, stained glass windows, and a red altar cloth.
A narrow cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, bicycles parked along the side, and a few pedestrians walking.

Where to stay in Bologna

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A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a prominent tower in the distance, and outdoor seating areas with umbrellas.

Historic Center

Historic Center is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Finestrella di Via Piella and Via Indipendenza.

A statue of a man with a trident, surrounded by smaller statues, in front of a historic building with arched windows and a brick facade.
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Santo Stefano

Santo Stefano is known for its charming coffeehouses, and you can make a stop by Basilica of San Domenico and Galleria Cavour Shopping Center while in the area.

A calm lake with a wooden gazebo, ducks swimming, and people in the background.

Navile

Unique features of Navile include the museums and historic sites. Make a stop by Navile Shopping Centre or Caserme Rosse while you're exploring the area.

A historic brick tower with arched windows and a tiled roof.

San Donato

While visiting San Donato, you might make a stop by sights like EuropAuditorium Theater and Virtus Arena.

A large, historic building with a prominent dome and multiple towers.

Saragozza-Porto

Saragozza-Porto is known for its great bars, and you can make a stop by Portico of San Luca and Villa delle Rose while in the area.

Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton

4 out of 5
Via Montebello 8 Bologna BO
The price is ₩158,588 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
₩158,588
₩197,676 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,093 reviews)
"No hotel room slippers, but not a big deal for me!"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2026

Royal Hotel Carlton
Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior

4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51 Bologna BO
The price is ₩132,734 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
₩132,734
₩169,236 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location near the train and 15 minutes walk to Piazza Maggiore. Great food steps outside of the building."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2026

Starhotels Excelsior
The Social Hub Bologna

The Social Hub Bologna

4 out of 5
Via Aristotile Fioravanti 27 Bologna BO
The price is ₩133,332 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
₩133,332
₩169,901 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (846 reviews)
"Excellent location, especially for the train, and great amenities for the price. The pool was great after sight seeing in the summer. Very good value!"

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026

The Social Hub Bologna
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Astoria Suite Apartments

Astoria Suite Apartments

Via Milazzo, 17-19 Bologna BO
Stay at this apartment in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Piazza Maggiore and Bologna Museum of Modern ...
7.8/10 Good! (14 reviews)
"Great apartment, located near the train station and approximately a 10 minute walk into Bologna centre."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2026

Astoria Suite Apartments
Residence Porta Saragozza

Residence Porta Saragozza

Via Filippo Turati 96 Bologna BO
Stay at this residence in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room espresso maker, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Piazza Maggiore and Villa delle Rose are ...
5/10 (4 reviews)
"Very very basic"

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

Residence Porta Saragozza
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 Finestrella di Via Piella ...
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Stay near popular Bologna attractions

A historic square with a large brick wall, a fountain, and classical architecture.

Piazza Maggiore

9.4/10 (2,525 reviews)
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.
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Cities near Bologna

A historic town with a prominent tower, vineyards, and rolling hills.

Anzola dell'Emilia

A historic square with a central open space, lined with buildings featuring arched walkways and red awnings.

Casalecchio di Reno

Rolling hills, a valley, and distant mountains.

San Lazzaro di Savena

A historic castle with multiple towers and a red-tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery.

Castel Maggiore