Don Bosco
Bolzano
Popular places to visit
Castel Firmiano
Climb paths leading through dense forest to reach this 10th-century castle, which houses a museum dedicated to humanity’s relationship with the mountains.
Messner Mountain Museum Firmian
Learn about the connection between man and mountain at adventurer Reinhold Messner’s intriguing museum, which is set inside a 10th-century castle.
Piazza Walther
Relish the views of the mountain peaks and the cathedral spire at this elegant plaza, which serves as Bolzano’s open-air living room.
Cathedral of Bolzano
Discover an impressive array of sacred treasures, including artworks and sparkling jewels, in the museum beside this historic Gothic cathedral.
Museo Archeologico dell'Alto Adige
See one of the best-known mummies in the world and learn about the accidental discovery of his well-preserved body.
Via dei Portici
During your visit to Bolzano, you can do some window-shopping at Via dei Portici. Experience the area's museums and festivals.
Things to do
Bolzano's Hidden Gems and Highlights A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Bolzano Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
Tramin/Termeno: Winery Tour & Wine Tasting, J. Hofstätter
Taste Bolzano: Food Tour with Full Meal by Do Eat Better
Vipiteno walking tour: the true essence of South Tyrol
Bolzano private tour: picturesque town Sud Tyrol Dolomites
Top hotels in Don Bosco
B&B Hotel Bolzano
Amazing breakfast buffet! Perfect fuel up before hiking the Dolomites. Great staff, quiet neighborhood… easy walking access to local stores and boutiques. Highly recommend for the price. New bathroom appliances & comfy bed.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Residence - Palais Hörtenberg
Simple, friendly welcome. Helpful receptionist. Everything was as described: great.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
X Alp Hotel
This hotel is on a beautiful and convenient location, staff were all very helpful and attentive. We were greeted with friendly smiles everyday from the front desk managers, housekeepers, to restaurant staff. We stayed with our daughter and her boyfriend there for 4 nights, both rooms got balcony ...
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Stadt Hotel Citta
Nice spacious room (a suite), perfect for the two of us plus our son. Hotel is in a perfect location to see the downtown area.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Hotel Greif, a Member of Design Hotels
Very helpful staff. Fantastic breakfast buffet. Large bathroom with plenty of counter space for personal toiletries. A very modern and pleasant place.
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Parkhotel Mondschein, a Member of Design Hotels
The room itself was very small (I stayed in the smallest type of room) but serviceable. No desk, closet or wardrobe to speak of, but there were a few hangers to hang some clothes. The shower was small and a bit awkward, but I made do. The shower gel and body lotion smelled amazing. I got exactly ...
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Don Bosco
Europa-Novacella
While there might not be top attractions in Europa-Novacella, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Druze Stadium and Museo Archeologico dell'Alto Adige.
Oltrisarco-Aslago
While visiting Oltrisarco-Aslago, you might make a stop by sights like Adige River and Palaonda.
Gries - Quirein
While visiting Gries - Quirein, you might make a stop by sights like Druze Stadium and Muri-Gries Abbey.
Old Town Bolzano
Old Town Bolzano is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Via dei Portici and Museum of Nature South Tyrol.
Centro - Piani - Rencio
If you're spending some time in Centro - Piani - Rencio, Renon Cable Car and Museum of Nature South Tyrol are top sights worth seeing.
