Old Town Modena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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Modena Cathedral

5/5(9 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Modena with a stop at Modena Cathedral. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

Modena Cathedral
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Piazza Grande

4/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Modena when you spend time at Piazza Grande. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

Piazza Grande
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University of Modena and Reggio Emilia

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Modena and Reggio Emilia during your trip to Modena. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

University of Modena and Reggio Emilia
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Ducal Palace

Learn about the local history of Modena with a stop at Ducal Palace. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

Ducal Palace
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Modena Town Hall

Modena Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Modena, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

Modena Town Hall
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Torre della Ghirlandina

4/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Modena with a stop at Torre della Ghirlandina. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

Torre della Ghirlandina

Activities

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The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local in Modena

AU$172
Per adult
The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local in Modena
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Modena City Walking Tour

AU$33
Per adult
Modena City Walking Tour
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Small-group Street food tour in Modena

AU$146
Per adult
Small-group Street food tour in Modena
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Visit at Modena Balsamic Vinegar producer

AU$124
Per adult
Visit at Modena Balsamic Vinegar producer
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Private cooking class at a Cesarina's home in Modena

AU$237
Per adult
Private cooking class at a Cesarina's home in Modena
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Modena Private Guided Walking Tour

AU$450
Per adult
Modena Private Guided Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Old Town Modena Hotel Deals

Europa
Europa
3 out of 5
Corso Vittorio Emanuele 52, Modena, MO
The price is AU$160 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
AU$160
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Modena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Museo Enzo Ferrari and Ducal ...
7.4/10 Good! (425 reviews)
"Convenient, safe, close to train station, Enzo, Maserati, a car rental place, and the city square."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Europa
Phi Hotel Canalgrande
Phi Hotel Canalgrande
4 out of 5
Corso Canalgrande 6, Modena
The price is AU$176 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
AU$176
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Modena. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (268 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2024

Phi Hotel Canalgrande
Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel
Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 68, Modena, MO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$362 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
AU$362
per night
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Modena. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (331 reviews)
"Just spent a night here we had a car so appreciated being able to leave the car with valet on check in. Our room was comfortable the staff were helpful and accommodating."

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2024

Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel
Hotel Estense
Hotel Estense
3 out of 5
Viale J. Berengario 11, Modena, MO
The price is AU$292 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
AU$292
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Modena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Museo Enzo Ferrari and Museums Palace are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (438 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with friendly staff. Will be staying here again."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Hotel Estense
Best Western Hotel Liberta
Best Western Hotel Liberta
3 out of 5
Via Blasia 10, Modena, MO
The price is AU$188 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
AU$188
per night
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Modena. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Museo Enzo Ferrari and The Synagogue ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (237 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2024

Best Western Hotel Liberta
Hotel Principe
Hotel Principe
4 out of 5
 Corso Vittorio Emanuele, 94, Modena, MO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$181 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
AU$181
per night
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Modena. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Museo Enzo Ferrari and Orto ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (356 reviews)
Small room in a clean hotel
"This is a relatively small and friendly hotel, close to the station and also the historic centre. The staff are helpful, and the room is clean. My only quibble is the size of the room - it’s very tight and the bed is close to the desk. The external shutters were nearly closed and I couldn’t open ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jan. 2024

Hotel Principe
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Modena

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San Pancrazio

Though San Pancrazio may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Piazza Grande and Modena Cathedral.

San Pancrazio
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Crocetta-San Lazzaro-Modena Est

Crocetta-San Lazzaro-Modena Est is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like PalaPanini and Fanano.

Crocetta-San Lazzaro-Modena Est
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Saliceta San Giuliano

Saliceta San Giuliano might not have many top sights, but Casa Museo Luciano Pavarotti and Montefiorino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Saliceta San Giuliano
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Saliceto Panaro

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saliceto Panaro and surrounding area, you can visit PalaPanini and Museo Enzo Ferrari.

Saliceto Panaro
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San Faustino-Madonnina-Quattroville

You'll enjoy the museums and churches in San Faustino-Madonnina-Quattroville. You might want to make time for a stop at Modena Fiere or Modena Autodrome.

San Faustino-Madonnina-Quattroville
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Vaciglio

When in Vaciglio, you can plan a visit to Casa Museo Luciano Pavarotti and Modena Town Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Vaciglio

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