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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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
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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

Activities

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Local Market visit and Dining at a local's home in Modena

AU$228
Per adult
Local Market visit and Dining at a local's home in Modena
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From Verona: Modena food & wine Full day trip with Ferrari Museum

AU$462
Per adult
From Verona: Modena food & wine Full day trip with Ferrari Museum
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Dinner at a local's Home in Modena with Show Cooking

AU$139
Per adult
Dinner at a local's Home in Modena with Show Cooking
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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: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

AU$319
Per adult
Modena: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour
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Modena walking food tour with a local

AU$205
Per adult
Modena walking food tour with a local
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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$145 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$145
per night
23 May - 24 May
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! (412 reviews)
Very nice.
"Very nice. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2024

Europa
Phi Hotel Canalgrande
Phi Hotel Canalgrande
4 out of 5
Corso Canalgrande 6, Modena
The price is AU$177 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$177
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (254 reviews)
"This property has old world charm, a pleasant staff, and a lovely terrace. We were comfortable and liked the central location. Decor is a bit worn. Needs interior painting."

Reviewed on 7 May 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
The price is AU$364 per night from 30 May to 31 May
AU$364
per night
30 May - 31 May
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! (321 reviews)
"Excellent service"

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel
Hotel Estense
Hotel Estense
3 out of 5
Viale J. Berengario 11, Modena, MO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$293 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$293
per night
19 May - 20 May
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! (432 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Hotel Estense
Hotel Principe
Hotel Principe
4 out of 5
 Corso Vittorio Emanuele, 94, Modena, MO
The price is AU$187 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
AU$187
per night
8 Jun - 9 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! (353 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
Best Western Hotel Liberta
Best Western Hotel Liberta
3 out of 5
Via Blasia 10, Modena, MO
The price is AU$189 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$189
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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! (234 reviews)
"Clean and nice! Staff was great and spoke English. Great location too!"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Best Western Hotel Liberta
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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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