Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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, Gut - Birreria & Cucineria (27H Via P. Togliatti) and DALP (Via Molino Scarselli 76 Osteria Grande) are great picks.

When to visit Bologna

Bologna in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 134
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bologna in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 134
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 The shortest flight to Bologna from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 18h 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 C$ 26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about C$ 33 for a 2h 00m trip. Located 1.4 km from the city centre, Bologna Centrale is the busiest station in Bologna. Another popular train station is Bologna San Ruffillo, located 4 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bologna is to pick up a car rental from Rome, which is about 302 km from Bologna. You’ll find branches of Ok Mobility and Galdierirent, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bologna, including FlixBus, Itabus and BlaBlaCar Bus. From Florence, the bus ride to Bologna takes 129 km and will cost you around C$ 27. From Venice, the ticket costs about C$ 27 for a journey of 209 km. The most popular bus station is Bologna Autostazione, located 1.3 km from downtown Bologna. Bologna Area di Servizio Cantagallo is also a commonly used station, and is 6 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Bologna, you’ll arrive at Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), which is located 6 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Bologna from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 18h 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 C$ 26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about C$ 33 for a 2h 00m trip. Located 1.4 km from the city centre, Bologna Centrale is the busiest station in Bologna. Another popular train station is Bologna San Ruffillo, located 4 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bologna is to pick up a car rental from Rome, which is about 302 km from Bologna. You’ll find branches of Ok Mobility and Galdierirent, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bologna, including FlixBus, Itabus and BlaBlaCar Bus. From Florence, the bus ride to Bologna takes 129 km and will cost you around C$ 27. From Venice, the ticket costs about C$ 27 for a journey of 209 km. The most popular bus station is Bologna Autostazione, located 1.3 km from downtown Bologna. Bologna Area di Servizio Cantagallo is also a commonly used station, and is 6 km from the city centre.

Airports near Bologna

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
VCEVenice Marco Polo
FLRFlorence Peretola

Airlines serving Bologna

Lufthansa
Good (7,265 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,383 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,208 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,683 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,976 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,923 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,858 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,893 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,465 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (821 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,295 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,609 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,819 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,448 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,105 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (350 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,929 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,337 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 Hotel Michelino Bologna Fiera, Bologna offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 134 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 242 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Bologna, with prices from C$ 58 to C$ 771 per night. Santo Stefano is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Bologna are about 8% 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)
C$ 102+
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The Social Hub Bologna
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 127+
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NH Bologna Villanova
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 111+
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Hilton Garden Inn Bologna North
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 107+
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Suite Hotel Elite
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 111+
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Flyon Hotel & Conference Center
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
C$ 129+
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Renting a car in Bologna

Renting a car in Bologna costs C$ 58 per day, on average, or C$ 116 if you want to rent it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 57% more expensive than at Bologna Guglielmo Marconi.

Expect to pay C$ 2.72 per litre in Bologna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 32.60 and C$ 43.46. Compact (Fiat 500X or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bologna, while also 77% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Bologna costs C$ 58 per day, on average, or C$ 116 if you want to rent it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 57% more expensive than at Bologna Guglielmo Marconi.

Expect to pay C$ 2.72 per litre in Bologna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 32.60 and C$ 43.46. Compact (Fiat 500X or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bologna, while also 77% cheaper than other types, on average.

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