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
$243
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bologna in August
Estimated hotel price
$243
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 Hertz, 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 Hertz, among others, in Rome.

Airports near Bologna

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
VCEVenice Marco Polo
FLRFlorence Peretola

Airlines serving Bologna

Lufthansa
Good (8,223 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,569 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,206 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,064 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,479 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,571 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,656 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,172 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,979 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,205 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,585 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,532 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,471 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,593 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 $189 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $364 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 $99 to $509 per night. Santo Stefano is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Bologna are about 18% 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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Starhotels Excelsior
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$199+
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Royal Hotel Carlton
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$206+
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Hotel Cosmopolitan Bologna
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$150+
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The Social Hub Bologna
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$164+
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Jr Hotels Bologna Amadeus
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$145+
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Fly On Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$144+
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Hiring a car in Bologna

Expect to pay $3.89 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 $46.68 and $62.24. The most frequently booked car type in Bologna is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.89 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 $46.68 and $62.24. The most frequently booked car type in Bologna is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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