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Your Historic Center Vacation
If it's time for a residential getaway, our Historic Center vacation packages are the answer. Whether you're searching for dining, gift and craft shops or shopping, this neighborhood 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 Center. No matter your travel plans or budget, booking a perfect Historic Center vacation is a cinch with Expedia.
- Astoria Suite Hotel
Aug 9 - Aug 14Astoria Suite Hotel + Flight
Marina Centro4 nights8.8/10 - Excellent (225 reviews)"Italy vacation; stayed a few days in Rimini at the Astoria Suite Hotel. Great staff, Front Desk, Bar, Restaurant, Housekeeping, everyone were super helpful and friendly. Great hotel near beach (literally a 1/2 block walk). Close to everything. If we find our way back to Rimini, we will be staying at the Astoria Suite Hotel. Thanks"Reviewed July 14, 2023Roundtrip • New York (EWR) - Bologna (BLQ)EWR - BLQ • 1 stop BLQ - JFK • 1 stop$1,856$1,362found 1 day agoper traveler - Open Hotel
Aug 9 - Aug 14Open Hotel + Flight
Marina Centro4 nights9.6/10 - Exceptional (31 reviews)Roundtrip • New York (EWR) - Bologna (BLQ)EWR - BLQ • 1 stop BLQ - JFK • 1 stop$1,691$1,360found 1 day agoper traveler - Mercure Rimini Artis
Aug 9 - Aug 14Mercure Rimini Artis + Flight
Marina Centro4 nights9.2/10 - Wonderful (289 reviews)"Excellent stay. Lovely clean large room. Brilliant breakfast. Staff are amazing and when our car wouldn’t start they helped give us a bump start! They went above and beyond with their help! Highly recommend. "Reviewed January 9, 2026Roundtrip • New York (EWR) - Bologna (BLQ)EWR - BLQ • 1 stop BLQ - JFK • 1 stop$1,559$1,309found 1 day agoper traveler - Mercure Rimini Lungomare
Aug 9 - Aug 14Mercure Rimini Lungomare + Flight
Marina Centro4 nights9.0/10 - Wonderful (270 reviews)Roundtrip • New York (EWR) - Bologna (BLQ)EWR - BLQ • 1 stop BLQ - JFK • 1 stop$1,422$1,217found 1 day agoper traveler
Where to stay in Historic Center
Santo Stefano
Santo Stefano is known for its charming coffeehouses, and you can make a stop by Basilica of San Domenico and Teatro Duse while in the area.
Historic Center Hotel Deals
Royal Hotel Carlton
"Suite was very large and well laid out."
Reviewed on May 28, 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 May 27, 2026
Starhotels Excelsior
"Room was great and the staff were very helpful. Drinks and food were good in the dining room. Good location for train trips when they are not on strike!"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Discover the most popular places to visit in Historic Center
Piazza Maggiore
Not only has this been the epicenter of Bologna since the 13th century, but it is also one of the largest and oldest squares in all of Italy.
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.
Things to do
Eating Bologna Food & Wine Tour
