based on 9 experiences from female travelers
I felt very safe in Bologna, and I had a great time. Less touristic than Florence or Rome which made it way better for experiencing the local culture and just relaxing. The local food was absolutely amazing and the Gelato as well!
Posted: July 19, 2024Experienced: April, 2024I have a great splendid time in Italy, Bologna, actually I visited Bologna and cervia.it was great.and there food was top notch I had both restaurant and home cooked food pasta with some cream I'll recommend,ice cream too lol.my budget was around 800euros,I spent like almost all because of the good things around,I stay with a friend and it was nice,I visited cervia too beach around, everything about the country is grate, nice churches too, food drinks people are friendly. I can say I had a great time in Italy.
Posted: July 1, 2024Experienced: May, 2024I stayed here for one night and was amazed with the history of the city. It’s a small Italian city so you don’t need much time unless you’re using it as a base of travel. I was going to my next city via train. My platform was #19, on my way to finding it. A man approached me and said it’s my job to help people find their platforms. I was very naive and let him help me. He took me down and showed me the platform, and demanded all my money. I gave him whatever coins I had in my purse. This scam is one I never came across, not sure how common it is in Bologna or other cities in Italy/Europe
Posted: June 22, 2024I feel very safe. I walked all day but the rain hunted me. I didn't stay anywhere cause I had only one day. The food was amazing. I saw Piazza Maggiore, Two Towers, a historical library, and the Basilica of San Domenico.
Posted: March 20, 2024Experienced: January, 2024I felt quite safe in Bologna both day and night. I went to a concert and other concert goers were very approachable and kind. We ended up having a really great experience and even went on to the afterparty. The venue security (Arena Puccini) did a great job. Bologna has no shortage of good food and the transport system was easy to navigate - except at night, when we took cabs. It was my third solo trip and it was unforgettable because of the friendships made :)
Posted: December 1, 2023Experienced: May, 2023I don't recommend visiting this city at any price! People do not clean their pet pees on the street and l put my shoes on one of them... terrible! Because the Unibo accepts so many students, there is always lack of room in this city. B&B canceled my booking out of the blue and l did not know what to do. People were not kind of nice in my experience and just wanted to Rip you off as soon as they get that you are a tourist. Just don't go there...
Posted: August 24, 2023Experienced: September, 2022İlknur
Turkey
A trip I never want to return to. people are friendly and there are people interested in dancing art around every corner. one of the cities I want to go to again and I would love to live there You should add this city to your italy route
Posted: July 9, 2023Bologna is ideal city for a short city break. It is really lively thanks to many young people studying here. City centre is small and you can see it in a day or two maximum but it is really nice just to stroll around
Posted: June 18, 2023I was in Bologna last week and I absolutely fell in love with it! I recommend going up the Asinelli Tower. The climb is exhausting (~500 steps) but the view is amazing. I also went on a free walking tour, which was really nice. They have amazing food there too, especially the handmade pasta, which you can find everywhere. I visited Bari, Naples, Rome, Florence, Bologna, and Venice in the past few weeks and Bologna was my favorite, right after Bari.
Posted: November 19, 2022Based on 28 local experiences
Based on 28 local experiences
Bologna as a very active night life and there are some services like “Nottambula” which is a group of people that helps women get home safe at night, overall people are very friendly so if you are alone or are feeling kind of unsafe usually groups of girls (but not only) will include and help you. As concernes crime there are A LOT of bike stealings every day so you gotta lock it well, and usually in some areas like squares (such as Piazza Verdi) people will try to sell you cannabis (not very good quality) but if you just say that you are good they will not bother you most of the times.
Posted: January 12, 2025Bologna is generally a very safe cities also for women. I have walked around after dark and nothing weird has happened to me. However, I know that some women have had bad experiences and there are some areas of the city were people say it's not safe to go especially with the dark (Bolognina, Pilastro). However, overall I think it's of of the safest Italian cities.
Posted: January 4, 2025Matilde
Hii girls! Currently I study anthropology in Bologna (Italy). I consider myself a sociable and empathetic person who loves connecting with others. I have a strong passion for exploring new places, cultures and meeting diverse people. Nature is another big love of mine; I find peace and inspiration in the outdoors. Me and a friend are looking for a host in Barcelona! 💙💛❤️ It’s our first time in Barcelona and we would love to meet new people!
farangis
I'm studying Astrophysics and Cosmology Master degree. I have been living in Bologna for almost a year. I love traveling. I enjoy meeting new people, showing around, and even sharing some stories of the night sky.
Matilde
Bologna
3 days
Hii girls! Currently I study anthropology in Bologna (Italy). I consider myself a sociable and empathetic person who loves connecting with others. I have a strong passion for exploring new places, cultures and meeting diverse people. Nature is another big love of mine; I find peace and inspiration in the outdoors. Me and a friend are looking for a host in Barcelona! 💙💛❤️ It’s our first time in Barcelona and we would love to meet new people!
farangis
Bologna
3 days
I'm studying Astrophysics and Cosmology Master degree. I have been living in Bologna for almost a year. I love traveling. I enjoy meeting new people, showing around, and even sharing some stories of the night sky.
Holly
My name is Holly, I’m 22and an artist :) I love being outdoors and doing new and exciting things.