Introduction
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. Bologna deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Bologna

Bologna in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 187
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bologna in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 187
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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 22h 40m.

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 Galdierirent and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Milan.

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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 22h 40m.

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 Galdierirent and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Milan.

Airports near Bologna

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
VCEVenice Marco Polo
FLRFlorence Peretola

Airlines serving Bologna

Lufthansa
Good (8,212 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,065 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,472 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,553 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,658 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (956 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,194 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,608 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,535 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,480 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,599 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 S$ 147 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 279 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Dopa Hostel and Hotel Pedrini. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Bologna, with prices from S$ 79 to S$ 381 per night. Santo Stefano is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Bologna are about 17% 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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Royal Hotel Carlton
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 172+
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Hotel Cosmopolitan Bologna
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
S$ 118+
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The Social Hub Bologna
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
S$ 145+
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Holiday Inn Bologna - Fiera By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 95+
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Hotel Bologna Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 117+
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Fly On Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
S$ 109+
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Hiring a car in Bologna

Hiring a car in Bologna costs S$ 40 per day, on average, or S$ 81 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay S$ 2.89 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 S$ 34.59 and S$ 46.12. The most frequently booked car type in Bologna is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Bologna costs S$ 40 per day, on average, or S$ 81 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay S$ 2.89 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 S$ 34.59 and S$ 46.12. The most frequently booked car type in Bologna is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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