Santo Stefano Travel Guide
Bologna
Visit Santo Stefano
Popular places to visit
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.
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 Santo Stefano
Go for a stroll through this interconnected group of religious buildings, admiring the graceful architecture and valuable artwork in each.
Fountain of Neptune
This intriguing work of art is one of the most well-known symbols of Bologna and an important public gathering place.
Piazza Santo Stefano
You can learn about the history of Bologna with a visit to Piazza Santo Stefano. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Archaeological Museum
From Egyptian tombs and Roman relics, to remnants of many historic eras of Bologna, this immense collection reveals thousands of stories.
Top hotels in Santo Stefano
Hotel Porta San Mamolo
"The hotel is situated about 10 minutes from the centre of Bologna. It’s an easy walk and means you are in a much quieter area. We stayed in the Residence building which isn’t part of the main hotel building. The room was nice and big, plenty of space, the bathroom was small but adequate. If you are ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Art Hotel Commercianti
"Great experience,"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Smy Bologna Centrale
"A pretty much standard hotel offering "good" accommodation whilst on a short trip to Bologna. Chosen partly with budget in mind but primarily location to the train station and city itself. The hotel is on a busy main road but the road noise wasn't an issue for us even through our room fronted the ..."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hotel Corona d'Oro
"Great location and easy to get around historic Bologna. The check in team was great with many recommendations that we followed and exceeded our expectations of what we experienced in Bologna. The breakfast was excellent and the team serving us was attentive and friendly. This is a great hotel with ..."
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hotel San Donato - Bologna Centro
Almarossa
"Wonderful stay here in Bologna. It was a little hard to find but the directions bring you straight there, it’s just a door with the name on it no big sign or anything. The room was amazing and the shower was even better! We had 3 rooms and each was great! The staff was super helpful as well and made ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santo Stefano
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 Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca or Stadio Renato Dall'Ara.
Quadrilatero
If you're spending some time in Quadrilatero, Galleria Cavour Shopping Center and Archaeological Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Savena
Visitors to Savena like its bars and monuments, and Villa Mazzacorati is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Historic Center
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Via Indipendenza to Piazza VIII Agosto – discover Historic Center, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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 Bologna Botanical Gardens.
