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Your Historic Centre Holiday
If it's time for a residential getaway, our Historic Centre holiday packages are the answer. Whether you're searching for dining, gift and craft shops or shopping, this neighbourhood has something on offer for everyone. When it's time to explore the sights, you'll find a lot of top attractions nearby including Piazza Maggiore, Stadio Renato DallAra and Two Towers. Tick off one, two or all during your trip to Historic Centre. No matter your travel plans or budget, booking a perfect Historic Centre holiday is a cinch with Expedia.
Our guide on where to stay in Historic Center

Santo Stefano
Travellers come to Santo Stefano for its cosy coffee shops, and you can see top attractions like Basilica of San Domenico and Teatro Duse while you're in town.
Our pick of the best Historic Center Hotel Deals

Royal Hotel Carlton
"Excellent hotel. Great location. Close to the train station and the downtown. The hotel is very clean. Recommend 100%."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Hotel Internazionale
"This hotel is perfectly located to walk to all the attractions, galleries, shopping, restaurants in Bologna. A really beautiful city to visit! The hotel was charming and offered great service. The rooms were spotless. I would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Starhotels Excelsior
"Not my first stay here and as usual, staff friendly, professional and helpful. Room extremely comfortable and breakfast excellent."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Historic Center

Two Towers
A magnificent view over the medieval rooftops of Bologna’s city center is just reward for the arduous climb to the top of one of these ancient towers.

Basilica of San Petronio
See one of the largest churches in the world and learn the story behind its magnificent yet unfinished marble façade.

Via Indipendenza
Find out about the history of Bologna when you take a trip to Via Indipendenza. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities

Bologna Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

Eating Bologna Food & Wine Tour















