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.

Stay near popular Historic Center attractions

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 ฿3,649 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿3,649
฿4,548 total
9 Aug - 10 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 ...
Royal Hotel Carlton
Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior

4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51 Bologna BO
The price is ฿3,644 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿3,644
฿4,543 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (1,014 reviews)
"The room in perfect condition and the staff are very friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Starhotels Excelsior
Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale

4 out of 5
Via Indipendenza 60 Bologna BO
The price is ฿3,123 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿3,123
฿3,970 total
9 Aug - 10 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! (1,004 reviews)
"Exceptionally helpful staff made the stay really comfortable."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Hotel Internazionale
Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

3 out of 5
Via Monte Grappa, 9/2 Bologna BO
The price is ฿2,016 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿2,016
฿2,752 total
13 Aug - 14 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! (1,007 reviews)
"DO NOT VISIT. Although the location is excellent, the place was so hot (no AC and the units which do have AC (I was eventually moved) do not work! I got so hot I physically got ill 3 times in my 6 nights. THIS PLACE HAS NO BUSINESS OPERATING/ OFFERING ROOMS PEAK SUMMER HEAT!!!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro
Hotel Metropolitan

Hotel Metropolitan

4 out of 5
Via dell'Orso 6 Bologna BO
The price is ฿5,275 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,275
฿6,337 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to the Bologna Céntrale Terminal as well as the main square. Rooms were well air conditioned, Great food recommendations and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Hotel Metropolitan
UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

4 out of 5
Via Pietramellara 41/43 Bologna BO
The price is ฿3,217 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,217
฿4,073 total
23 Aug - 24 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean and hotel is accessible to center of Bologna."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

UNA Hotels Bologna Centro
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Where to stay in Historic Center

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

Santo Stefano

Travellers come to Santo Stefano for its cosy coffee shops, and you can see top attractions like Basilica of San Domenico and Galleria Cavour Shopping Center 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 Portico of San Luca or Villa delle Rose.

Bolognina

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

Bologna Fiere District

Museums, historical sites and gardens are some highlights of Bologna Fiere District. Make a stop by Caserme Rosse or Museum for the Memory of Ustica while you're exploring.

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