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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bologna has to offer.

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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 February
Estimated hotel price
$143
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bologna in February
Estimated hotel price
$143
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 4 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Bologna from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 30h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Bologna is to pick up a car hire from Milan, which is about 125 miles from Bologna. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and Felirent, among others, in Milan.

Plane

When flying to Bologna, you’ll arrive at Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), which is located 4 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Bologna from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 30h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Bologna is to pick up a car hire from Milan, which is about 125 miles from Bologna. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and Felirent, among others, in Milan.

Airports near Bologna

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
VCEVenice Marco Polo
FLRFlorence Peretola

Airlines serving Bologna

KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,290 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,286 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,467 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,116 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,230 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,700 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,703 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,695 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (982 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,473 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,028 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,880 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,542 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,413 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,633 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 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 $156 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $321 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Dopa Hostel and Funtanir Rooms. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Bologna, with prices from $81 to $395 per night. Santo Stefano is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Bologna are about 20% 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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Ostello Bello Bologna
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$152+
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Cavour
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$225+
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Hotel Cosmopolitan Bologna
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$114+
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Mercure Bologna Centro
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$154+
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Suite Hotel Elite
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$109+
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Fly On Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$135+
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Hiring a car in Bologna

Hiring a car in Bologna costs $41 per day, on average, or $123 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 29% cheaper than airport locations in Bologna.

Expect to pay $3.15 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 $37.73 and $50.30. Compact (Jeep Renegade or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Bologna, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Bologna costs $41 per day, on average, or $123 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 29% cheaper than airport locations in Bologna.

Expect to pay $3.15 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 $37.73 and $50.30. Compact (Jeep Renegade or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Bologna, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in Bologna

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National

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