Historic Center Travel Guide

Bologna

A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a prominent tower in the distance, and outdoor seating areas with umbrellas.
A historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by modern buildings and outdoor seating areas.
A historic square with a prominent church featuring arched windows and a bell tower.
A grand church interior with a large central statue, ornate gold decorations, and a detailed ceiling fresco.
A narrow cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, bicycles parked along the side, and a few pedestrians walking.

Stay near popular Historic Center 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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Top hotels in Historic Center

Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton

4 out of 5
Via Montebello 8 Bologna BO
The price is ₹11,557 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹11,557
₹14,237 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Royal Hotel Carlton
Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior

4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51 Bologna BO
The price is ₹11,469 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹11,469
₹14,136 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Restaurant at the hotel was very good"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Starhotels Excelsior
Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

3 out of 5
Via Monte Grappa, 9/2 Bologna BO
The price is ₹7,172 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹7,172
₹9,409 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was clearly a palazzo, retaining some grand and elegant reception rooms in which to sit. The staff were helpful and friendly. The breakfast was good and varied (juice, hot drinks, fruit, cereal, bacon, eggs, meats, cheese and varied pastries). I chose a very well priced en-suite Basic single ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro
Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale

4 out of 5
Via Indipendenza 60 Bologna BO
The price is ₹14,863 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹14,863
₹17,869 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Internazionale
UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

4 out of 5
Via Pietramellara 41/43 Bologna BO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹12,534 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
₹12,534
₹15,308 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"A clean business style hotel with helpful staff but tired rooms that need updating, particularly the bathrooms."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

UNA Hotels Bologna Centro
NH Bologna de la Gare

NH Bologna de la Gare

4 out of 5
Piazza XX Settembre, 2 Bologna BO
The price is ₹13,819 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹13,819
₹16,720 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (960 reviews)
"Hotel is close to the train station which was important for me. The food was mediocre and wine portions were small but costs were high. The breakfasts, not included, were expensive. I could open a window which was nice and also quiet during the night. One man at the front desk was not helpful finding ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

NH Bologna de la Gare
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Where to stay in Historic Center

Find the best Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
An open courtyard with arches and columns, a building with a central dome in the background, and a clear sky.

Santo Stefano

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.

A modern glass building with a unique geometric structure.
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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.

A modern glass building with a unique metal framework structure.
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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 EuropAuditorium Theater while you're exploring.

A large, historic building with a prominent dome and multiple towers.

Saragozza-Porto

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 Villa delle Rose or Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca.

A panoramic view of a city with dense urban architecture, surrounded by greenery and hills.

San Donato-San Vitale

San Donato-San Vitale is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Grand Tour Italia and EuropAuditorium Theater while in the area.

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