Historic Center
Bologna
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Popular places to visit
Piazza Maggiore
You can learn about the history of Bologna when you stop by Piazza Maggiore. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Two Towers
You can learn about the history of Bologna with a trip to Two Towers. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Basilica of San Petronio
You can learn about the history of Bologna when you stop by Basilica of San Petronio. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Via Indipendenza
Find out about the history of Bologna when you spend time at Via Indipendenza. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Basilica Santo Stefano
You can learn about the history of Bologna with a trip to Basilica Santo Stefano. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Fountain of Neptune
Learn about the local history of Bologna with a stop at Fountain of Neptune. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Historic Center Hotel Deals
Royal Hotel Carlton
Overall better than average property but caught in a mid 1990s time warp. Better value breakfast can be obtained in local cafes.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hotel Internazionale
Overall, nice: good breakfast and good location, near the station, the historic center, and restaurants.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Starhotels Excelsior
À côté de la gare
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hotel Palace Bologna Centro
Hotel is “tired”. Needs some fixing up. We couldn’t open our shades to see out the window. Very old rug and “dingy” feel. Scores high for good comfortable bed, good shower pressure and hot water and location.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hotel Metropolitan
The room and hotel were clean. Roof top bar was nice. The images of the rooms make the room appear larger than they are. With 2 people, 2 suitcases and 2 back packs there was minimal room to get around the bed or into bathroom. The bathroom is in a glassdoored room so if you’re not comfortable on ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
UNA Hotels Bologna Centro
The bed was comfortable, and the shower and towels were good. The hotel was surprisingly quiet given its location. The faucets in the bathroom are worn and need to be replaced, imho.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighborhoods around Historic Center
L'antico Ghetto Ebraico
You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in L'antico Ghetto Ebraico. You might want to make time for a stop at Via Zamboni or Jewish Museum.
Quadrilatero
If you're spending some time in Quadrilatero, Galleria Cavour Shopping Center and Archaeological Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Cirenaica
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cirenaica and surrounding area, you can visit University Library of Bologna and Bologna Botanical Gardens.
Bolognina
If you're spending some time in Bolognina, Ippodromo Arcoveggio and Museum for the Memory of Ustica are top sights worth seeing.
San Donato
While visiting San Donato, you might make a stop by sights like EuropAuditorium Theater and Virtus Arena.
Scandellara
While Scandellara isn't home to many top sights, University Library of Bologna and EuropAuditorium Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.
