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.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Historic Center

Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton

4 out of 5
Via Montebello 8 Bologna BO
The price is Rp2.185.735 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp2.185.735
Rp2.692.446 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,062 reviews)
"Run out property. Floor laminate separating. Expensive because overpriced."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Royal Hotel Carlton
Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior

4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51 Bologna BO
The price is Rp2.151.682 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp2.151.682
Rp2.654.988 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Great location - walkable to the city centre, but outside the ZTL, so no special pass required for the car. Parking is available (at a daily charge) BUT the entrance from the street is very tight so wide vehicles/SUVs beware! The hotel is a little tired, with basic over-the-bath shower facilities, ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Starhotels Excelsior
Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale

4 out of 5
Via Indipendenza 60 Bologna BO
The price is Rp1.870.841 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp1.870.841
Rp2.346.063 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Convenient location, decent size room and nice breakfast"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Hotel Internazionale
NH Bologna de la Gare

NH Bologna de la Gare

4 out of 5
Piazza XX Settembre, 2 Bologna BO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.245.214 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
Rp2.245.214
Rp2.757.895 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
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! (913 reviews)
"The Hotel was perfect for my stay. The staff members, especially Matias were very helpful , friendly and professional. Breakfast was the best."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

NH Bologna de la Gare
Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

3 out of 5
Via Monte Grappa, 9/2 Bologna BO
The price is Rp1.231.791 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp1.231.791
Rp1.643.108 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Lobby was beautiful but lacking a comfortable temp. They run AC at a minimum but leave front door open to outside. The hallways have no ac and the room they gave me was an air conditioned room but it did not work. They did move me to a bigger, nicer room with working ac but I had to pay an additional ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro
Hotel Metropolitan

Hotel Metropolitan

4 out of 5
Via dell'Orso 6 Bologna BO
The price is Rp2.665.896 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp2.665.896
Rp3.220.562 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
Hotel Metropolitan
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Where to stay in Historic Center

Find the best Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Historic Center
Learn more about Historic Center

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.

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.

Bologna Fiere District

Museums, historical sites and gardens are some highlights of Bologna Fiere District. Make a stop by Parco Nord Arena or Caserme Rosse while you're exploring.

Bolognina

While visiting Bolognina, you might make a stop by sights like Museum for the Memory of Ustica and Ippodromo Arcoveggio.

San Donato-San Vitale

San Donato-San Vitale is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Centro Agroalimentare di Bologna and FICO Eataly World while in the area.



Historic Center Travel Guide