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What to see and do in Modena
The places not to miss, practical tips and the tickets to visit them.
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Modena is the city of Ferrari, balsamic vinegar and the tenor Luciano Pavarotti, with a Romanesque centre that is a UNESCO site. The Ghirlandina and the Duomo are the symbols of an elegant and gourmet city.
Practical tips
- Maranello and the Ferrari Museum are half an hour away: perfect for enthusiasts.
- For traditional balsamic vinegar book a visit to a vinegar house.
- Try tortellini in broth, gnocco fritto and crescentina.
When to go
Spring and autumn; in September the Festival of Philosophy.
The places not to miss in Modena
The Duomo and Ghirlandina
The Romanesque cathedral and its tower, UNESCO masterpieces.
Piazza Grande
The main square with the Duomo, the Ghirlandina and the Town Hall.
- Tickets and visits
The Enzo Ferrari Museum
The museum dedicated to the founder of Ferrari, in his birthplace, with historic cars.
Acetaie and balsamic vinegar
A visit to a traditional vinegar house to taste the aged vinegar.
The Albinelli Market
The historic covered market, with stalls of cured meats, cheeses and fruit.
The Ducal Palace
The great residence of the Este, now home of the Military Academy.
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