Historic Center

Bologna

Historic Center
Historic Center
Basilica Santuario di Santo Stefano which includes heritage architecture, a small town or village and a square or plaza
Historic Center
Historic Center

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Bologna featuring a city, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Piazza Maggiore

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.

Piazza Maggiore
Two Towers

Two Towers

A magnificent view over the medieval rooftops of Bologna’s city center is just reward for the arduous climb to the top of one of these ancient towers.

Two Towers
Basilica of San Petronio showing religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Basilica of San Petronio

See one of the largest churches in the world and learn the story behind its magnificent yet unfinished marble façade.

Basilica of San Petronio
Fountain of Neptune showing a statue or sculpture and a fountain

Fountain of Neptune

This intriguing work of art is one of the most well-known symbols of Bologna and an important public gathering place.

Fountain of Neptune
Bologna

Via Indipendenza

Find out about the history of Bologna when you take a trip to Via Indipendenza. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Via Indipendenza
Basilica Santuario di Santo Stefano which includes heritage architecture, a small town or village and a square or plaza

Basilica Santo Stefano

Go for a stroll through this interconnected group of religious buildings, admiring the graceful architecture and valuable artwork in each.

Basilica Santo Stefano

Things to do

Ferruccio Lamborghini Entry Ticket in Bologna

Ferruccio Lamborghini Entry Ticket in Bologna

€18
per adult
Ferruccio Lamborghini Entry Ticket in Bologna
Bologna: Luggage Storage in Stazione Centrale

Bologna: Luggage Storage close to Stazione Centrale

€6
per adult
Bologna: Luggage Storage close to Stazione Centrale
Bologna Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide

Bologna Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide

€7
per adult
Bologna Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide
Bologna: Audio-Guided Archiginnasio Visit with Food Tasting

Bologna: Audio-Guided Archiginnasio Visit with Food Tasting

€21
per adult
Bologna: Audio-Guided Archiginnasio Visit with Food Tasting
Bologna Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour

Bologna Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour

€12
per adult
Bologna Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour
The arcades of Bologna

Audio guides to discover Bologna: food, culture, art and history

€5
per adult
Audio guides to discover Bologna: food, culture, art and history
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Top hotels in Historic Center

Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton

4 out of 5
Via Montebello 8, Bologna, BO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €113 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€113
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Very supportive, friendly staff and service."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 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 €119 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€119
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,006 reviews)
"far exceeds expections"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Starhotels Excelsior
UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

4 out of 5
Via Pietramellara 41/43, Bologna, BO
The price is €137 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
€137
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (992 reviews)
"I had WiFi problem in my room, it was on and off, asked the front desk to change room, request was denied, so I had problems booking train tickets, and other tickets. On the third day, there was no WiFi connection, different front desk person changed room for me, and he was attentive and apologetic, ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

UNA Hotels Bologna Centro
Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale

4 out of 5
Via Indipendenza 60, Bologna, BO
The price is €188 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
€188
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel very nice. Bed was King sized and comfy. About a 15 minute walk from the train station. We did not do the breakfast so I can not comment on that. They let us store our bags before and after check out, which was very convenient. Checking was very easily and efficient. The only complaint I had ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Hotel Internazionale
Hotel Palace

Hotel Palace

3 out of 5
Via Monte Grappa, 9/2, Bologna, BO
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7/10 Good! (975 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

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Hotel Palace
NH Bologna de la Gare

NH Bologna de la Gare

4 out of 5
Piazza XX Settembre, 2, Bologna, BO
The price is €108 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€108
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (805 reviews)
Good hotel not in a great area
"Nice hotel. Staff a bit slow and not in a great part of the city."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

NH Bologna de la Gare
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center

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L'antico Ghetto Ebraico

You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in L'antico Ghetto Ebraico. You might want to make time for a stop at Via Zamboni or Jewish Museum.

L'antico Ghetto Ebraico
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Quadrilatero

If you're spending some time in Quadrilatero, Galleria Cavour Shopping Center and Piazza Maggiore are top sights worth seeing.

Quadrilatero
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Cirenaica

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cirenaica and surrounding area, you can visit Teatro Comunale di Bologna and Via Zamboni.

Cirenaica
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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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Donato and surrounding area, you can visit EuropAuditorium Theater and Luigi Cattaneo Anatomical Wax Museum.

San Donato
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Scandellara

While there might not be top attractions in Scandellara, you can explore the larger area and discover places like EuropAuditorium Theater and Teatro Comunale di Bologna.

Scandellara

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