Don Bosco Travel Guide
Bolzano
Popular places to visit
Castel Firmiano
Climb paths leading through dense forest to reach this 10th-century castle, which houses a museum dedicated to humanity’s relationship with the mountains.
Messner Mountain Museum Firmian
Learn about the connection between man and mountain at adventurer Reinhold Messner’s intriguing museum, which is set inside a 10th-century castle.
Piazza Walther
Relish the views of the mountain peaks and the cathedral spire at this elegant plaza, which serves as Bolzano’s open-air living room.
Cathedral of Bolzano
Discover an impressive array of sacred treasures, including artworks and sparkling jewels, in the museum beside this historic Gothic cathedral.
Museo Archeologico dell'Alto Adige
See one of the best-known mummies in the world and learn about the accidental discovery of his well-preserved body.
Via dei Portici
During your visit to Bolzano, you can do some window-shopping at Via dei Portici. Experience the area's museums and festivals.
Top hotels in Don Bosco
Residence - Palais Hörtenberg
Great rooms, friendly staff, awesome location
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
B&B Hotel Bolzano
Very nice hotel awesome staff. Excellent breakfast. Very convenient catching the bus into and out of the city.
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Hotel Greif, a Member of Design Hotels
Very helpful staff. Fantastic breakfast buffet. Large bathroom with plenty of counter space for personal toiletries. A very modern and pleasant place.
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
X Alp Hotel
Michaela and her staff at the restaurant were excellent.
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Mirabell Alpine Garden Resort
Just incredible! One of the best hoteles in the area at a very good price
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Bolzano
Great hotel A bit far from Centro Bolzano
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Don Bosco
Europa-Novacella
While there might not be top attractions in Europa-Novacella, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Druze Stadium and Museo Archeologico dell'Alto Adige.
Oltrisarco-Aslago
While visiting Oltrisarco-Aslago, you might make a stop by sights like Adige River and Palaonda.
Gries - Quirein
While visiting Gries - Quirein, you might make a stop by sights like Druze Stadium and Muri-Gries Abbey.
Old Town Bolzano
Old Town Bolzano is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Via dei Portici and Museum of Nature South Tyrol.
Centro - Piani - Rencio
If you're spending some time in Centro - Piani - Rencio, Renon Cable Car and Museum of Nature South Tyrol are top sights worth seeing.
