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 Via Indipendenza and Cattedrale di San Pietro.

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 Teatro Duse 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 Caserme Rosse or Ippodromo Arcoveggio 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 Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca and Stadio Renato Dall'Ara while in the area.

Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton

4 out of 5
Via Montebello 8 Bologna BO
The price is ₩185,791 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
₩185,791
₩228,862 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (1,046 reviews)
"Staffs were kind and helpful"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Royal Hotel Carlton
Fly On Hotel

Fly On Hotel

4 out of 5
Via dell'Aeroporto 34/36 Bologna BO
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The price is ₩123,273 per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
₩123,273
₩160,127 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Excellent for overnight stay before a flight."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026

Fly On Hotel
The Social Hub Bologna

The Social Hub Bologna

4 out of 5
Via Aristotile Fioravanti 27 Bologna BO
The price is ₩162,453 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
₩162,453
₩203,225 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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! (804 reviews)
"It gave me hostel vibes without it being a hostel in the best way possible (I don’t like hostels). I had no idea it had a pool so it was such a good surprise. Really cool amenities and overall good vibes"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 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 Stadio Renato Dall'Ara ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (9 reviews)
"Had a short overnight stay and wished I had booked two nights. It was close to the train station which I needed after schlepping my luggage all over Switzerland and Italy. Although I didn’t cook anything, it has everything you would need. Was nice to finally have a fridge."

Reviewed on Jun 10, 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 Stadio Renato Dall'Ara and Piazza Maggiore ...
4.8/10 (3 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 Stadio Renato Dall'Ara ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (190 reviews)
"There was no elevator"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

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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