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


Top hotels in Historic Center

Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton

4 out of 5
Via Montebello 8 Bologna BO
The price is 3.453.099 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
3.453.099 ₫
4.221.361 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 3.378.122 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
3.378.122 ₫
4.138.886 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Brilliantly located by the station, Really helpful staff"

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Starhotels Excelsior
Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale

4 out of 5
Via Indipendenza 60 Bologna BO
The price is 3.646.147 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
3.646.147 ₫
4.433.744 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,008 reviews)
"The room was large and comfortable. The staff were helpful and provided good recommendations. We ate at the bar one night and it was delicious. The location made it easy to walk to everything and the gelato options on the street were amazing."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Hotel Internazionale
UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

UNA Hotels Bologna Centro

4 out of 5
Via Pietramellara 41/43 Bologna BO
The price is 3.408.333 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
3.408.333 ₫
4.172.119 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 ...
UNA Hotels Bologna Centro
Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro

3 out of 5
Via Monte Grappa, 9/2 Bologna BO
The price is 2.224.616 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
2.224.616 ₫
2.870.029 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Very quirky suite with lovely paintings adorning the walls. Floors were a bit creaky in that you could hear people upstairs, but, you get used to it. Ideal location as only a 5 minute stroll from the Piazza Majiore and all the adjacent bars and restaurants."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Hotel Palace Bologna Centro
Hotel Metropolitan

Hotel Metropolitan

4 out of 5
Via dell'Orso 6 Bologna BO
The price is 5.061.298 ₫ per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
5.061.298 ₫
5.990.380 ₫ total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful place very well maintained and located. Def where you want to stay"

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Hotel Metropolitan
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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 Teatro Duse 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 Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca or Stadio Renato Dall'Ara.

Bolognina

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

Bologna Fiere District

Museums, historical sites and gardens are some highlights of Bologna Fiere District. Make a stop by EuropAuditorium Theater 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

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