Bologna

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

Where to stay in Bologna

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Historic Center

4/5(219 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 showing a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Santo Stefano

4/5(2 area reviews)

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(11 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

4/5(22 area reviews)

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
Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton

4 out of 5
Via Montebello 8, Bologna, BO
The price is S$276 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
S$276
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 8 Sept, 2025

Royal Hotel Carlton
The Social Hub Bologna

The Social Hub Bologna

4 out of 5
Via Aristotile Fioravanti 27, Bologna, BO
The price is S$169 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
S$169
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (572 reviews)
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"Close to train station. Very walkable. Great food"

Reviewed on 26 Aug, 2025

The Social Hub Bologna
Fly On Hotel

Fly On Hotel

4 out of 5
Via dell'Aeroporto 34/36, Bologna, BO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$134 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
S$134
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Staff are efficient, location is close to airport and rooms were spacious and clean. Food is okay."

Reviewed on 8 Sept, 2025

Fly On Hotel
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! (202 reviews)
"Reasonable location for Bologna centre. Reception really helpful with buses etc. Pool cold but otherwise ok."

Reviewed on 4 Aug, 2025

Club del Sole Bologna Easy Camping Village
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! (165 reviews)
"Convenient location close to centre. Large rooms. Basic decor but clean and functional"

Reviewed on 29 Jul, 2025

Residenza Ariosto
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
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
93
4 - Good 32%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Wonderful food shops, but a shame about the graffiti everywhere.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Bologna is not place set up as a tourist destination

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

There is stuff to do in Bologna but not enough for a week of pure outings. However the trains are cheap travelling via italotreno and fast so Florence and Rome are only a short journey away making bologna a great base for day trips

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful city, great food options.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Fantastic people! Great architecture! FABULOUS food!!!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Bologna is very walkable. Eating can be quite dear, but nice food generally.