Quadrilatero Travel Guide
Bologna





Visit Quadrilatero
Popular places to visit

Archaeological Museum
From Egyptian tombs and Roman relics, to remnants of many historic eras of Bologna, this immense collection reveals thousands of stories.

Anatomical Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Anatomical Theatre, a popular theatre in Bologna. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Archiginnasio of Bologna
Archiginnasio of Bologna is just one of the places to see in Bologna, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

BolognaFiere
Attend a conference or exhibition in the heart of historic Bologna at a sleek, modern and multipurpose center that hosts events throughout the year.

Piazza Maggiore
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.

Stadio Renato Dall'Ara
Catch an event at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara during your trip to Bologna. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do

Bologna Modena with Lamborghini and Ferrari Museums entry tickets

Bologna's Best Kept Secrets: Self-Guided Walking Tour

From Bologna or Ravenna Guided tour of the Mosaics in Ravenna

Bologna: Open Bus City Tour and Local Food Tasting

Bologna Open Bus & San Luca Express combo with food vouchers

Audio guides to discover Bologna: food, culture, art and history
Top hotels in Quadrilatero

Royal Hotel Carlton
"Nice hotel in a great location, plenty of car parking available as well. Food in the restaurant was very nice with very helpful waiters"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Fly On Hotel
"Easy and clean"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

The Social Hub Bologna
"So clean and modern. Great ammenities. Easy to find. Staff are great with full English and advice in where to go. Favourite hotel in Bologna"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Hotel Internazionale
"Wonderful location & staff"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Starhotels Excelsior
"À côté de la gare"
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro
"A very central hotel but unfortunately not great. As mentioned in other reviews, it’s very tired, the bathrooms are terrible and the shower doesn’t stay up, the bathroom light stopped working, the curtain fell off the window and you could hear the cinema next door. It was cheap for the location but ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Quadrilatero

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.

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

San Donato
If you're spending some time in San Donato, EuropAuditorium Theater and Virtus Arena are top sights worth seeing.

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.
