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. 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, La Fatica - Antica Osteria (8/A Via Torleone) and La Taverna Di Roberto (9 Via di San Vitale) are great picks.

When to visit Bologna

Bologna in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 184
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bologna in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 184
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 28h 20m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Bologna, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Bologna to Rome takes 4h 26m and costs around S$ 27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ventimiglia, expect to pay about S$ 54 for a 6h 36m 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 Budget and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bologna, including FlixBus, Bus and Itabus. From Florence, the bus ride to Bologna takes 129 km and will cost you around S$ 19. From Venice, the ticket costs about S$ 22 for a journey of 209 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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 28h 20m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Bologna, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Bologna to Rome takes 4h 26m and costs around S$ 27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ventimiglia, expect to pay about S$ 54 for a 6h 36m 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 Budget and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bologna, including FlixBus, Bus and Itabus. From Florence, the bus ride to Bologna takes 129 km and will cost you around S$ 19. From Venice, the ticket costs about S$ 22 for a journey of 209 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

KLM
Good (1,457 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,802 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,757 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,241 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,229 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,878 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,118 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,341 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,536 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,525 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (898 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,693 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,738 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,406 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,365 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,176 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,146 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 Bed & Breakfast Accorsi, Bologna offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 133 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 248 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Pedrini and B&B Villa Rivabella. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Bologna, with prices from S$ 82 to S$ 431 per night. Santo Stefano is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Bologna are about 8% 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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Best Western Plus Tower Hotel Bologna
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
S$ 123+
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Mercure Bologna Centro
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 181+
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NH Bologna Villanova
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 88+
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Suite Hotel Elite
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 100+
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Holiday Inn Bologna - Fiera By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 118+
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Hotel Palace Bologna Centro
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
S$ 108+
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Hiring a car in Bologna

Expect to pay S$ 2.41 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$ 28.87 and S$ 38.50.

Expect to pay S$ 2.41 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$ 28.87 and S$ 38.50.

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