Modena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Modena which includes a square or plaza and a city
Modena
Modena featuring markets and a square or plaza
Modena showing markets and a square or plaza
Modena which includes heritage elements as well as an individual male

Where to stay in Modena

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Old Town Modena

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Museums, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the noteworthy features of Old Town Modena. Make a stop by Piazza Grande or Modena Cathedral while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Old Town Modena
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Buon Pastore-Sant'Agnese-San Damaso

Buon Pastore-Sant'Agnese-San Damaso is noteworthy for its coffee shops, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Casa Museo Luciano Pavarotti and Villa San Donnino.

Buon Pastore-Sant'Agnese-San Damaso
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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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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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San Donnino

Visitors to San Donnino enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Villa San Donnino is worth a stop.

San Donnino
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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
Rmh Modena Des Arts
Rmh Modena Des Arts
4.5 out of 5
Via Luigi Settembrini 10, Modena, MO
The price is AU$184 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$184
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Modena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (552 reviews)
"Rooms are spacious, clean and refreshed everyday. The location/ambience was nice and serene. Not far from Modena city centre at all. Breakfast options were decent. Dinners at the restaurant were great & the sommelier was really good- she offered the best wine native to the region 😃 which I thoroughly ..."

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

Rmh Modena Des Arts
RMH Modena Raffaello
RMH Modena Raffaello
4 out of 5
Strada Per Cognento 5, Modena, MO
The price is AU$190 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$190
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Modena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Museo Enzo Ferrari and Enzo Ferrari ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
"Property is clean and new. Spacious rooms. Great if you come with a car. Without a car the location is inconvenient. Staff polite but not very proactive."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2025

RMH Modena Raffaello
Phi Hotel Canalgrande
Phi Hotel Canalgrande
4 out of 5
Corso Canalgrande 6, Modena, MO
The price is AU$269 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$269
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
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! (376 reviews)
"Lovely hotel close to the centre. Very quiet, though a very nice street with bars nearby (via dei Gallucci)."

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2025

Phi Hotel Canalgrande
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Farini House - apartment in Modena
Farini House - apartment in Modena
Via Luigi Carlo Farini, 20, Modena, MO
Stay at this apartment in Modena. Enjoy free WiFi, premium bedding, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Museo Enzo Ferrari and The Synagogue are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
Nice Stay in the Old Town of Modena
"The apartment was very well located although not close to parking. The host was was accommodating and responsive as we booked last minute, though they sent instructions for through a variety of online sources including WhatsApp, Gmail and Vikey for check in so difficult look through for the check ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Farini House - apartment in Modena
Giorgi Homes By Wonderful Italy
Giorgi Homes By Wonderful Italy
Via Niccolò Dall’Arca 6, Bologna, BO
Stay at this vacation home in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi and air conditioning. Popular attractions PalaDozza and Piazza Maggiore are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"I will definitely use Giorgi Homes by Wonderful Italy again. Very handy location for exploring Bologna. Only a couple of minor niggles prevented the review being the full 5 stars."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2025

Giorgi Homes By Wonderful Italy
Design Club Collection
Design Club Collection
Via Nazario Sauro 25, Bologna, BO
Stay at this apartment in Bologna. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Piazza Maggiore and PalaDozza are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
"All round perfect for what we required. 24 Hour business trip. Perfect, smart, clean. 5*"

Reviewed on 24 Jan. 2025

Design Club Collection
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Popular places to visit

Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari which includes interior views

Museo Enzo Ferrari

5/5(1 review)

Indulge your need for speed at this tremendous monument to Modena’s original racing champion and automotive pioneer in two engaging museum houses.

Museo Enzo Ferrari
Modena featuring markets and a square or plaza

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

Modena Autodrome

Catch an event at Modena Autodrome during your trip to Modena. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

Modena Autodrome

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

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

Modena Fiere

After visiting Modena Fiere, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Modena. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

Modena Fiere

Activities

Day Tour Parmigiano, Ferrari Museum, Balsamic, Lambrusco, Lunch with Transfer

Day Tour Parmigiano, Ferrari Museum, Balsamic, Lambrusco, Lunch with Transfer

AU$313
per adult
Day Tour Parmigiano, Ferrari Museum, Balsamic, Lambrusco, Lunch with Transfer
Modena: Guided Balsamic Vinegar Cellar Tour & Optional Meal

Modena: Guided Balsamic Vinegar Cellar Tour & Optional Meal

AU$27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Modena: Guided Balsamic Vinegar Cellar Tour & Optional Meal
Modena: Enzo Ferrari Museum Entrance Ticket

Modena: Enzo Ferrari Museum Entrance Ticket

AU$50
per adult
Modena: Enzo Ferrari Museum Entrance Ticket
Modena: Balsamic Vinegar Cellar Tour, Tasting & Food Pairing

Modena: Balsamic Vinegar Cellar Tour, Tasting & Food Pairing

AU$21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Modena: Balsamic Vinegar Cellar Tour, Tasting & Food Pairing
Modena: Balsamic Lunch with Vinegar Cellar Tour and Tasting

Modena: Balsamic Lunch with Vinegar Cellar Tour and Tasting

AU$68
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Modena: Balsamic Lunch with Vinegar Cellar Tour and Tasting
Parmigiano Cheese, Parma Ham and Balsamic

Parmigiano Cheese, Parma Ham and Balsamic

AU$286
per adult
Parmigiano Cheese, Parma Ham and Balsamic
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Photo "Rubiera" by Giorgio Galeotti (CC BY) / Cropped from original
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