Bars in Bologna
56 spots across 18 neighborhoods, curated by locals.
Bologna after dark is best navigated with local intel. These 56 bars and drinking spots across 18 neighborhoods are where the city actually goes — hidden cocktail rooms, natural wine bars, and neighborhood institutions, all rated 4.7★ on average by people who've stood at the bar.
Begin your evening in Galvani and drift toward Cirenaica as the night goes on. Sour is the crowd favorite — arrive early or expect a wait.
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Sour
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Circolo Pick Week
Dublo
Gianni Vini in Santo Stefano
Caffetteria Carducci
Bar Santo Stefano
Local GuideThe local guide to Bologna
Ciao from Bologna, the food valley! Learn 'attaccabottoni' (a chatterbox), you'll hear it a lot. Forget Piazza Maggiore; Santo Stefano's where the real magic is. Fun fact: Bologna has the oldest university in the world! History and good vibes, always.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best bars in Bologna?
Polomaps has curated 56 bars spots in Bologna, rated 3.5+ stars by real visitors. Top picks include Sour, Ginepro - Caffè e Gintoneria, Vini e Voglini. All recommendations come from locals, with tourist traps filtered out.
Which neighborhoods in Bologna have the best bars?
The best neighborhoods for bars in Bologna include Galvani, Cirenaica, Irnerio, Malpighi. Each has its own character and local favorites — this guide groups every spot by neighborhood so you can explore one area at a time.
How can I find these bars spots near me in Bologna?
Download the free Polomaps iOS app to see every spot in this guide on a live map around you, get walking distances, and save your favorites. You can also search anything specific — the app finds local, well-rated places for any craving, in Bologna or anywhere else.
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