Bologna was highly rated for food by 660 guests from the United States!Bologna Travel Guide
A Gourmet Delight
World-class cuisine is what Bologna does best. Nowhere in Italy, a country with considerable culinary heritage, is the food considered to be better than in this medieval gem.
Bolognese sauce of course originated here, but to try the real thing look for "ragú" on the menu. Cold meats and cheeses are also exquisite. Make sure you save plenty of time for eating – the Bolognese like to savor their food, so a meal can last for hours.
Many of the best eateries and homemade ice cream shops are found behind the mile upon mile of porticoed streets, now UNESCO World Heritage sites. The complex of medieval churches and buildings in cobbled Piazza Santo Stefano is a tranquil spot to explore. Climb one of the Two Towers nearby (not the one leaning at a startling angle) for spectacular views of this red-roof city.
The focal point of Bologna is huge Piazza Maggiore, whose Santo Petronio church has an unimpressive, half-finished façade that doesn’t prepare you for its sheer scale inside. Fanning out from this square, the buildings of Europe’s oldest university, founded in 1088, are home to the city’s best museums.
Bologna accommodations at Booking.com range from small B&Bs to luxury hotels, all easily accessible from Bologna Airport just outside the city.
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I've lived in Bologna for a couple of years and I'm still in...
I've lived in Bologna for a couple of years and I'm still in love with this city! I love the fact that there's always something to do. The bars are always packed, the people are always ready to have a good time and getting around town is very easy. The city center is beautiful and great for shopping and drinks.
My favorite restaurant in Bologna is La Brace which is located close to the two towers, right in the city center. The waiters are incredibly sweet and attentive.
The Galleria Cavour is excellent for higher class shopping and I have to say, the workers at the LV Store & Gucci Store are the sweetest! I've been to plenty of other LV/Gucci/High fashion shops throughout Italy and I've never experienced such good service, as in the Galleria Cavour. Bologna is great for any kind of shopper since they have a great variety of international stores and small cute boutiques. Whenever I visit Bologna I like to stay at the NH which is right next to central train station and the shopping district. When I have an early flight I like to stay at Hotel Amadeus which is located closer to the airport. The taxi ride from Bologna airport to the Amadeus Hotel is usually around 10 Euros.
From Bologna Centrale, you have all kinds of trains which will take you to any part of Italy.
Staying in Bologna during your Italy trip is probably the best thing you can do.
You can be in Florence in 35 minutes, Venice in an hour or Rome in two hours.
Bologna is the perfect base and always worth a visit.
Olivia
United Kingdom
8.0
Bologna is a really beautiful city with lots of personality.
Bologna is a really beautiful city with lots of personality. There is so much to do and the buildings are just beautiful. Anyone with an interest in art and who enjoyed Florence would also love Bologna! The food is incredible too!
Raquel
Switzerland
10
Such a beautiful Italian city, lots of history with great...
Such a beautiful Italian city, lots of history with great architectural views that can be appreciated from different angles. When walking by, you always find a little Santuario or Chapel, with their own beauty, inside and outside. Food and wine are a most to try on. Very lively at night time, you can always find a very nice spot to sit outside, while enjoying a nice Italian glass of wine, trying the local cheese, Parma ham and the special local Bologna’s bread. It was a surprise to find this beautiful Spot and discover more about Italian history, food, their people and get the charm of the little streets, alleys while walking by.
Robin
Italy
8.0
Such a beautiful city!
Such a beautiful city! Definitely recommend it whether it is for a short trip or as a basement to travel around the region. There's always something else to see and admire. People over there are so welcoming and gave me the feeling of "home" during my stay.
Linda
United States of America
10
Beautiful town not overrun by tourists.
Beautiful town not overrun by tourists. Piazza Maggiore is always busy and there are some beautiful churches to see. Good paths for biking and running. Convenient to many cities since train station is a hub.
Farnaz Azimraiyat
Netherlands
8.0
In the last 14 years i didnt find any great accomodations...
In the last 14 years i didnt find any great accomodations for exhibitors in the city.
The accomodation in exhibition is terrible, not enough toilet, not enough restaurant, not any place to seat and rest.
“Roberto at check-in was extremely nice and professional. 5 star hotel at a very reasonable price. Lovely down duvets, turn down service and very clean, nicely decorated rooms. Best value of our 19 day trip through Italy.”
“Great hotel in the centre of Bologna. Large modern rooms with antique fittings complete with chandeliers and beautiful modern marble bathrooms complete with Trussardi toiletries. Excellent front desk willing to assist with any request, including when we arrived at the other end of the Piazza Maggiore lost, actually coming to the car and guiding us to the hotel. They made several bookings for us at traditional Bolagnase restrauants and were always interested in our opinion. They made us feel special!”
“I am an American who was in Italy for the first time. Due to a fight delay I had to stay overnight in Bologna. The owner of Aurelia was so helpful in getting me to the hotel and Adrian was so very helpful and welcoming. Mille grazie!!”
“Perfect spot in the heart of Bologna. A hidden treasure. Wonderful welcome and hospitality to do Italy proud. Right next to shopping , monuments etc.”
“Best hotel to visit Bologna. Location perfect, parking, clean, decent and not too expensive. We stayed for a day only - for that the facilities are great.”
“Located in the heart of the city, yet you wouldn't have known it as the room wasn't at all noisy.
The only food we had at the hotel was breakfast but it was excellent; a very good selection and all good quality.”
“The room and hotel are very modern and comfortable. The triple room provided good privacy for the third person and the shower was amazing. The location is great, right in the city center.”
“The room was very efficient, with a good kettle, power points in the right places, a shower that worked easily, individual temperature control for the room & shutters to block out light at night ensuring a peaceful...”
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