Historic Center Travel Guide

Bologna
Historic Center

Popular places to visit

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Piazza Maggiore

4.5/5(206 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.

Piazza Maggiore
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Two Towers

4.5/5(116 reviews)

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
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Basilica of San Petronio

4.5/5(182 reviews)

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

Basilica of San Petronio
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Fountain of Neptune

4.5/5(183 reviews)

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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Basilica of San Domenico

4.5/5(57 reviews)

Gaze up in wonder at the intricate detailing and admire centuries of works by iconic Italian artists in this vast and magnificent church.

Basilica of San Domenico
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Via Indipendenza

4/5(37 reviews)

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

Top hotels in Historic Center

NH Bologna de la Gare
NH Bologna de la Gare
4 out of 5
Piazza XX Settembre, 2, Bologna, BO
The price is ₹12,976 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
₹12,976
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (675 reviews)
"Great location walkable to the Duomo and public transportation"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

NH Bologna de la Gare
Starhotels Excelsior
Starhotels Excelsior
4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51, Bologna, BO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹13,969 per night from 20 May to 21 May
₹13,969
per night
20 May - 21 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Good stay"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Starhotels Excelsior
Royal Hotel Carlton
Royal Hotel Carlton
4 out of 5
Via Montebello 8, Bologna, BO
The price is ₹13,960 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
₹13,960
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (797 reviews)
Excellent weekend in Bologna
"Excellent hotel and superb, friendly staff. Could not fault anything about our stay"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Royal Hotel Carlton
Hotel Internazionale
Hotel Internazionale
4 out of 5
Via Indipendenza 60, Bologna, BO
The price is ₹16,034 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
₹16,034
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Good location, comfortable hotel. Would book again"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Hotel Internazionale
Art Hotel Orologio
Art Hotel Orologio
4 out of 5
Piazzetta Giorgio Guazzaloca 10 C, Bologna, BO
The price is ₹14,319 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
₹14,319
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (493 reviews)
"Great location and a lovely boutique hotel with excellent service. We would stay here again."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Art Hotel Orologio
Hotel Metropolitan
Hotel Metropolitan
4 out of 5
Via dell'Orso 6, Bologna, BO
The price is ₹20,247 per night from 26 May to 27 May
₹20,247
per night
26 May - 27 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (992 reviews)
"Great room with amazing bathroom! Friendly staff! Proposed nice restaurants and gelato places! Great breakfast buffet! Amazing food and gelato in Bologna! Only downside, lack of sound proofing between the rooms."

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2024

Hotel Metropolitan
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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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Cirenaica

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

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 Bologna Botanical Gardens.

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 University Library of Bologna and EuropAuditorium Theater.

Scandellara
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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

Historic Center Travel Guide