Bologna, Italy
EuropeSouthern EuropeIT

Bologna

Italy1 venue
80MICE Index

17,940

Convention Capacity

25,000

Hotel Rooms

102

Air Routes

$200

Avg DDR

$150

Hotel Rate / Night

About this Destination

Bologna is a thriving MICE destination, recognized for its significant growth in international congresses, ranking 35th globally and 3rd in Italy in 2022. The city boasts extensive convention and exhibition facilities, notably BolognaFiere, offering 375,000 m² of indoor and outdoor exhibition space across 18 halls. International connectivity is strong via Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), which serves over 100 direct destinations. Bologna provides a diverse range of accommodation, including numerous 4 and 5-star hotels, and is celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and gastronomy.

MICE Index Scorecard

Overall score: 80/100

Infrastructure85
Connectivity90
Value / Cost70
Sustainability85
Government Support35
Safety & Stability60
Delegate Experience55

Destination at a Glance

Country

Italy

Region

Europe

Sub-Region

Southern Europe

Country Code

IT

Convention Capacity

17,940 delegates

Hotel Inventory

25,000 rooms

International Air Routes

102

Average DDR

$200 USD

Average Hotel Rate

$150 / night

Listed Venues

1

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Organisation

Bologna Convention Bureau

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Quick Facts

Convention Capacity
17,940
Hotel Rooms
25,000
Air Routes
102
Avg DDR
$200
Hotel Rate
$150/night
Listed Venues
1

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