Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Bologna travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bologna

With a population of 366,133, Bologna is a must-see destination in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Bologna deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Bologna

If you’re looking for affordable options, La Fatica - Antica Osteria (8/A Via Torleone) and La Taverna Di Roberto (9 Via di San Vitale) are great picks.

When to visit Bologna

Bologna in August
Estimated hotel price
$240
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bologna in August
Estimated hotel price
$240
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bologna in July, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -1 °C, with an average temperature of 2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 81 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Bologna, with an average rainfall of 43 mm.

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How to Get to Bologna

Plane

When flying to Bologna, you’ll arrive at Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), which is located 6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bologna is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 302 km from Bologna. You’ll find branches of Target Italy and Record go, among others, in Rome.

Plane

When flying to Bologna, you’ll arrive at Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), which is located 6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bologna is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 302 km from Bologna. You’ll find branches of Target Italy and Record go, among others, in Rome.

Airports near Bologna

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
VCEVenice Marco Polo
FLRFlorence Peretola

Airlines serving Bologna

Lufthansa
Good (8,159 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,544 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,129 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,451 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,019 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,479 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,628 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,026 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,747 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,632 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,895 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,211 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,373 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,486 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,423 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,425 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,344 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bologna

From 5-star hotels such as the Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni to great affordable options like the B&B Accorsi, Bologna offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $157 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $387 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Dopa Hostel and Hotel Pedrini. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Bologna, with prices from $96 to $1,114 per night. Santo Stefano is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Bologna are about 8% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bologna

Most booked hotels in Bologna

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Hotel Cosmopolitan Bologna
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$141+
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The Social Hub Bologna
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$151+
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NH Bologna Villanova
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$108+
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Suite Hotel Elite
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$117+
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Hotel Bologna Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$139+
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Flyon Hotel & Conference Center
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$122+
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Hiring a car in Bologna

Expect to pay $3.60 per litre in Bologna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.09 and $57.46. Economy (Citroen C3 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Bologna, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.60 per litre in Bologna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.09 and $57.46. Economy (Citroen C3 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Bologna, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.

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