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
$237
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bologna in August
Estimated hotel price
$237
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 Rent Smart 24, 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 Rent Smart 24, among others, in Rome.

Airports near Bologna

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
VCEVenice Marco Polo
FLRFlorence Peretola

Airlines serving Bologna

Lufthansa
Good (8,126 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,533 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,105 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,441 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,993 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,454 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,625 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (943 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,958 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,608 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,874 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,208 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,321 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,477 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,326 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,403 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bologna

From 5-star hotels such as the 051 Room & Breakfast to great affordable options like the B&B Accorsi, Bologna offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $171 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $443 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Bologna, with prices from $107 to $458 per night. Santo Stefano is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Bologna are about 13% 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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Royal Hotel Carlton
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$212+
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Hotel Cosmopolitan Bologna
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$135+
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The Social Hub Bologna
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$154+
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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)
$125+
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Flyon Hotel & Conference Center
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$137+
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Hiring a car in Bologna

Hiring a car in Bologna costs $194 per day, on average, or $388 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.53 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 $42.31 and $56.41. Economy (Citroen C3 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Bologna, while also 21% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Bologna costs $194 per day, on average, or $388 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.53 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 $42.31 and $56.41. Economy (Citroen C3 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Bologna, while also 21% cheaper than other types, on average.

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