Bars in Bologna

57 spots across 6 neighborhoods, curated by locals.

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Bologna after dark is best navigated with local intel. These 57 bars and drinking spots across 6 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 San Donato-San Vitale and drift toward San Donato as the night goes on. Sour is the crowd favorite — arrive early or expect a wait.

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San Donato-San Vitale

11 spotsSee all in San Donato-San Vitale

San Donato

12 spotsSee all in San Donato
Pasticceria Muss
Giardinetti di via Vezza
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Parco Giochi PRIMO SPORT 0246 - San Lazzaro di Savena (BO)
Ballon Park
Parco Nicholas Green via della Certosa (BO)
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Santo Stefano

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best bars in Bologna?

Polomaps has curated 57 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 San Donato-San Vitale, San Donato, Santo Stefano, Piazza Maggiore. 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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The highest-rated spots are Sour (5.0★, 53 reviews), Casa Nia (4.9★, 338 reviews), Ginepro - Caffè e Gintoneria (4.9★, 83 reviews), Vini e Voglini (4.9★, 55 reviews), Scordato (4.9★, 55 reviews). The #1 spot, Sour, is located in San Donato-San Vitale.

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