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 6 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
AED 481
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bologna in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 481
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 the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 6h 20m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Bologna, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Bologna to Rome takes 2h 03m and costs around AED 408 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Milan, expect to pay about AED 77 for a 2h 05m 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 hire from Milan, which is about 200 km 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 129 km and will cost you around AED 51. From Venice, the ticket costs about AED 73 for a journey of 177 km. The most popular bus station is Bologna Autostazione, located 1.3 km from the city centre of 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 the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 6h 20m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Bologna, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Bologna to Rome takes 2h 03m and costs around AED 408 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Milan, expect to pay about AED 77 for a 2h 05m 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 hire from Milan, which is about 200 km 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 129 km and will cost you around AED 51. From Venice, the ticket costs about AED 73 for a journey of 177 km. The most popular bus station is Bologna Autostazione, located 1.3 km from the city centre of 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 (7,042 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,788 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,694 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,561 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,240 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,346 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
TAP Portugal
Good (1,850 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 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 AED 423 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 1,170 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 AED 154 to AED 2,321 per night. Santo Stefano is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Bologna are about 11% 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)
AED 331+
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The Social Hub Bologna
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
AED 429+
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Suite Hotel Elite
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
AED 420+
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NH Bologna Villanova
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
AED 319+
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Holiday Inn Bologna - Fiera
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
AED 347+
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Flyon Hotel & Conference Center
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
AED 338+
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Hiring a car in Bologna

Hiring a car in Bologna costs AED 117 per day, on average, or AED 703 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

Expect to pay AED 6.91 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 AED 82.86 and AED 110.48. The most frequently booked car type in Bologna is Intermediate (Volkswagen T-Cross or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Panda or similar) is, on average, 88% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Bologna costs AED 117 per day, on average, or AED 703 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

Expect to pay AED 6.91 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 AED 82.86 and AED 110.48. The most frequently booked car type in Bologna is Intermediate (Volkswagen T-Cross or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Panda or similar) is, on average, 88% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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