Historic Center Travel Guide

Bologna

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

Popular places to visit

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

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 a church or cathedral, religious aspects 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 fountain and a statue or sculpture

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
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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 Santo Stefano which includes a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a small town or village

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

Top hotels in Historic Center

Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior

4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51, Bologna, BO
The price is ₹10,148 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹10,148
₹12,584 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,014 reviews)
"This is a beautiful, classy hotel where every detail is carefully thought out. The bedding is of superior quality as are the towels and toiletries. It's quiet and tastefully decorated. The in room snacks are also delicious. A perfect stay."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Starhotels Excelsior
Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale

4 out of 5
Via Indipendenza 60, Bologna, BO
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Property needs to invest in new carpets and better parking services"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

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Hotel Internazionale
Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton

4 out of 5
Via Montebello 8, Bologna, BO
The price is ₹10,148 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹10,148
₹12,584 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Close to train station"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Royal Hotel Carlton
UNA HOTELS Bologna Centro

UNA HOTELS Bologna Centro

4 out of 5
Via Pietramellara 41/43, Bologna, BO
The price is ₹10,886 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
₹10,886
₹13,395 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (993 reviews)
"Would stay again"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

UNA HOTELS Bologna Centro
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 Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7/10 Good! (979 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 ₹8,856 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
₹8,856
₹11,163 total
22 Aug - 23 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! (801 reviews)
"Location within 15 min walk of all the main sites. Very close to train station. Breakfast buffet was good."

Reviewed on 12 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 Archaeological Museum 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 Museum for the Memory of Ustica.

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

Historic Center Travel Guide