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Your Christmas: your holiday season in Bologna with Living Place
Between Christmas markets and holiday events, the city becomes the perfect setting for a December lived like a local. If you’re looking for ideas on how to spend Christmas in the city, Living Place is the 4-star hotel where authentic hospitality and coziness meet, with private parking included, spacious interiors and an elegant festive atmosphere. Thanks to the “Living Restaurant”, open at Christmas with exclusive Holiday menus, brunches and seasonal wines, your festive food experience begins right at the hotel. From there, just step outside to collect Christmas moments, from carefree shopping to the Emilian traditions that colour the heart of Bologna. It’s the ideal setting for a winter getaway as a couple or with family, but also for business travellers or those who want to celebrate team achievements while enjoying the comforts and services of a truly glamorous holiday. A multifaceted location to discover step by step with our “Christmas Living Guide”.
9 THINGS TO DO IN BOLOGNA DURING THE HOLIDAYS
· Stroll through the Christmas markets and the Santa Lucia Fair in the historic centre, among handmade crafts, festive decorations and traditional sweets under the porticoes.
· Admire the Christmas lights in Piazza Maggiore and take a photo beneath the tree in Piazza del Nettuno—two unmissable festive experiences that let you embrace the city’s holiday atmosphere.
· Visit exhibitions, shows and concerts created for the Holidays, with art, music and culture to discover throughout Bologna. Among them, the show “A Christmas Carol”, from 20 to 21 December 2025 at Teatro Duse—an absolutely perfect option for families.
· Enjoy Christmas shopping in the city centre, between boutiques, traditional workshops and Emilian specialties.
· Pick up fresh tortellini from a historic deli in the ancient Quadrilatero market, an authentic piece of Bolognese tradition to take home.
· Savour traditional cuisine in a gourmet restaurant, discovering classic Christmas dishes, creative reinterpretations and warm atmospheres for a truly festive food experience.
· Treat yourself to a sparkling, restorative break at Living Place Hotel: elegant rooms, generous spaces and comfort for a relaxing winter stay and a tailor-made Christmas experience.
· Take slow moments under Bologna’s porticoes, stopping in cafés and traditional spots to warm up.
· Spend a special moment with Christmas lunch or dinner at our hotel, with our exclusive Holiday menu and an elegant festive atmosphere. A truly glamorous holiday in the heart of Bologna.
BLEISURE MOMENTS: CELEBRATING WITH THE TEAM
December is also the month of connections and professional toasts. At Living Place you’ll find tailor-made formats for company Christmas dinners and festive events: flexible rooms, dedicated setups, exclusive Holiday menus from our restaurant, an after-dinner bar and private parking at your disposal. Everything is designed to create a magical Christmas among colleagues. Easy to organise, hard to forget.
Whether you’re planning a festive stay with the people who matter most or a special dinner with your team, our hotel will surprise you with its Christmas atmosphere and its friendly, dynamic hospitality. Essential elements for an experience that blends business and pleasure, revealing Bologna at its warmest.
