Historic Center

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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Things to do

Ducati Museum Entrance Ticket

Ducati Museum Entrance Ticket

P1,528
per adult
Ducati Museum Entrance Ticket
Bologna: Open Bus City Tour and Local Food Tasting

Bologna: Open Bus City Tour and Local Food Tasting

P3,116
per adult
Bologna: Open Bus City Tour and Local Food Tasting
Picture 1 for Activity Bologna: Audio-Guided Archiginnasio Visit with Food Tasting

Bologna: Audio-Guided Archiginnasio Visit with Food Tasting

P1,964
per adult
Bologna: Audio-Guided Archiginnasio Visit with Food Tasting
Eating Bologna Food & Wine Tour

Eating Bologna Food & Wine Tour

P6,184
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Eating Bologna Food & Wine Tour
Ducati Museum with Lamborghini or Ferrari Entry Tickets

Ducati Museum with Lamborghini or Ferrari Entry Tickets

P2,619
per adult
Ducati Museum with Lamborghini or Ferrari Entry Tickets
Lamborghini

Lamborghini and Ferruccio Lamborghini Museums Entry Tickets

P2,728
per adult
Lamborghini and Ferruccio Lamborghini Museums Entry Tickets
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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 P10,965 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
P10,965
P13,071 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,198 reviews)
"Walking distance to center area. Lots of restaurants to choose from"

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

Royal Hotel Carlton
Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior

4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51 Bologna BO
The price is P11,207 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
P11,207
P13,337 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice hotel close to the train station. The room was comfortable and so was the bed. The reason for four stars as the breakfast was a little disappointing. There was no smoked salmon for a four star hotel for breakfast."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 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 P6,987 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P6,987
P8,695 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Style a bit dated. Great shower pressure. Great for a few days."

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2026

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro
Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale

4 out of 5
Via Indipendenza 60 Bologna BO
The price is P12,213 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
P12,213
P14,444 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hotel Internazionale
UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

4 out of 5
Via Pietramellara 41/43 Bologna BO
The price is P9,791 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P9,791
P11,780 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Great location, especially if you want to be near the train station"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 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 P11,469 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
P11,469
P13,625 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 ...
NH Bologna de la Gare
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Where to stay in Historic Center

Find the best Historic Center areas and neighborhoods 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

Santo Stefano is known for its charming coffeehouses, and you can make a stop by Basilica of San Domenico and Teatro Duse while in the area.

A modern glass building with a unique geometric structure.
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Bolognina

If you're spending some time in Bolognina, Ippodromo Arcoveggio and Museum for the Memory of Ustica are top sights worth seeing.

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

Saragozza-Porto

Saragozza-Porto is known for its great bars, and you can make a stop by Villa delle Rose and Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca while in the area.

A modern glass building with a unique metal framework structure.
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Bologna Fiere District

Museums, historic sites, and gardens are just a few things travelers enjoy about Bologna Fiere District. Check out Parco Nord Arena or EuropAuditorium Theater while you're exploring the area.

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

San Donato-San Vitale

San Donato-San Vitale is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to FICO Eataly World or EuropAuditorium Theater.

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