Basilica of St. Francis Tours

A place of worship for some, Basilica of St. Francis is worth a visit, no matter your personal beliefs. Find out if this holy sanctuary is open to tourists for the perfect pause from your hectic travel schedule.

This house of prayer is often on the itineraries of visitors to Historic Center. But Basilica of St. Francis isn't the only highlight in the area. Piazza Maggiore, Stadio Renato Dall'Ara, and University of Bologna are some other worthwhile sights close by.

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Elizabeth Lifestyle Hotel

Elizabeth Lifestyle Hotel

4 out of 5
Bologna Fiere District
Price was $1,051, price is now $813 per person
$813
per person
Feb 15 - Feb 21
found 23 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Bologna (BLQ)
9/10 Wonderful! (445 reviews)
I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone.

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Phi Hotel Bologna

Phi Hotel Bologna

4.5 out of 5
Historic Center
Price was $1,732, price is now $1,125 per person
$1,125
per person
Feb 15 - Feb 21
found 23 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Bologna (BLQ)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
PERFECT location. Steps from the piazza maggiore. Odd and quirky decor, but we knew that in advance. Our room was an homage to the Kennedy family - odd being in italy. Chose it for its location. Good breakfast in an adjoining cafe downstairs. Nice and accommodating staff. Nothing over the top, just fine, reasonably prices and prime location.

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

Phi Hotel Bologna Apartments

Phi Hotel Bologna Apartments

4.5 out of 5
Historic Center
Price was $1,386, price is now $1,039 per person
$1,039
per person
Feb 15 - Feb 21
found 23 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Bologna (BLQ)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)
Generally a good experience for the money

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

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Bologna: Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine

Bologna: Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $80 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Day Tour Parmigiano, Ferrari Museum, Balsamic, Lambrusco, Lunch with Transf...

Day Tour Parmigiano, Ferrari Museum, Balsamic, Lambrusco, Lunch with Transf...

Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $198 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Bologna Guided Bike Tour

Bologna Guided Bike Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $87 per adult
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Best Lodging Options Near Basilica of St. Francis

Royal Hotel Carlton

Royal Hotel Carlton

4 out of 5
Via Montebello 8 Bologna BO
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Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior

4 out of 5
Viale Pietro Pietramellara 51 Bologna BO
Starhotels Excelsior
The Social Hub Bologna

The Social Hub Bologna

4 out of 5
Via Aristotile Fioravanti 27 Bologna BO
The Social Hub Bologna
Hotel Internazionale

Hotel Internazionale

4 out of 5
Via Indipendenza 60 Bologna BO
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Hotel Palace

Hotel Palace

3 out of 5
Via Monte Grappa, 9/2 Bologna BO
Hotel Palace
Phi Hotel Bologna

Phi Hotel Bologna

4.5 out of 5
Via De' Fusari, 9 Bologna BO
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Art Hotel Commercianti

Art Hotel Commercianti

4 out of 5
Via de'Pignattari, 11 Bologna BO
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Hotel Metropolitan

Hotel Metropolitan

4 out of 5
Via dell'Orso 6 Bologna BO
Hotel Metropolitan
Art Hotel Orologio

Art Hotel Orologio

4 out of 5
Piazzetta Giorgio Guazzaloca 10 C Bologna BO
Art Hotel Orologio
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