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 7 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, Gut - Birreria & Cucineria (27H Via P. Togliatti) and DALP (Via Molino Scarselli 76 Osteria Grande) are great picks.

When to visit Bologna

Bologna in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 11202
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bologna in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 11202
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 India departs from New Delhi and takes around 17h 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Bologna, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Bologna to Milan takes 1h 04m and costs around ₹ 1,881 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Venice, expect to pay about ₹ 1,881 for a 1h 22m trip. Located 0.8 miles from the city centre, Bologna Centrale is the busiest station in Bologna. Another popular train station is Bologna San Ruffillo, located 3 miles from the centre.

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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Felirent, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bologna, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Florence, the bus ride to Bologna takes 80 miles and will cost you around ₹ 1,282. From Venice, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,539 for a journey of 125 miles. The most popular bus station is Bologna Autostazione, located 0.8 miles from the city centre of Bologna. Bologna Area di Servizio Cantagallo is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city centre.

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 India departs from New Delhi and takes around 17h 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Bologna, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Bologna to Milan takes 1h 04m and costs around ₹ 1,881 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Venice, expect to pay about ₹ 1,881 for a 1h 22m trip. Located 0.8 miles from the city centre, Bologna Centrale is the busiest station in Bologna. Another popular train station is Bologna San Ruffillo, located 3 miles from the centre.

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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Felirent, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bologna, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Florence, the bus ride to Bologna takes 80 miles and will cost you around ₹ 1,282. From Venice, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,539 for a journey of 125 miles. The most popular bus station is Bologna Autostazione, located 0.8 miles from the city centre of Bologna. Bologna Area di Servizio Cantagallo is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Bologna

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
VCEVenice Marco Polo
FLRFlorence Peretola

Airlines serving Bologna

Lufthansa
Good (7,072 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,344 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,890 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,947 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,800 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,732 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,451 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (790 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,230 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,571 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,339 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,361 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,071 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,279 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,867 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,206 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (974 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bologna

From 5-star hotels such as the Grand Hotel Majestic gia' Baglioni to great affordable options like the B&B Accorsi, Bologna offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 9,974 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 17,200 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Antica Residenza D'Azeglio Room&Breakfast di Charme and Hotel Perla. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Bologna, with prices from ₹ 3,591 to ₹ 56,028 per night. Santo Stefano is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Bologna are about 9% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bologna

Most booked hotels in Bologna

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Hotel Cosmopolitan Bologna
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,878+
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The Social Hub Bologna
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,382+
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Hilton Garden Inn Bologna North
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,096+
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Suite Hotel Elite
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,857+
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NH Bologna Villanova
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,251+
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Flyon Hotel & Conference Center
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
₹ 7,866+
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Hiring a car in Bologna

Expect to pay ₹ 162 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 ₹ 1,939 and ₹ 2,585. The most frequently booked car type in Bologna is Intermediate (Skoda Octavia Combi or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Panda or similar) is, on average, 89% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay ₹ 162 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 ₹ 1,939 and ₹ 2,585. The most frequently booked car type in Bologna is Intermediate (Skoda Octavia Combi or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Panda or similar) is, on average, 89% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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