All Modena Tours & Excursions in 2026

An unforgettable journey into the authentic heart of Modena’s culinary heritage — a must-do experience for food lovers visiting the region. Led by the passionate team of Acetaia Malagoli Daniele, this tour introduces you to two iconic Made in Italy treasures: Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, discovered directly where they are produced. Begin at an organic dairy farm, where you’ll meet the cows, visit the milking area, and watch skilled cheesemakers craft authentic Parmigiano Reggiano using traditional methods. Then continue to a traditional Acetaia, stepping into an attic lined with wooden barrels, where cooked grape must slowly ages into precious Traditional Balsamic Vinegar. This family-run, behind-the-scenes experience offers rare insight into the craftsmanship and passion that define Modena’s food traditions. The experience takes place at two countryside locations. Transportation is required to reach the first site and to move between locations

Looking for an authentic experience dedicated to Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena? You’ve found the right place. Welcome to Acetaia Malagoli Daniele, a family-run vinegar house where a centuries-old tradition is still alive. Guided directly by the Malagoli family, you’ll enjoy a warm, personal welcome and a clear, professional introduction to Modena’s legendary “black gold,” surrounded by ancient wooden barrels where balsamic vinegar slowly ages over generations.

Wine-tasting in Italy is almost a traveler’s rite of passage, but few tours explore the equally rich traditions of vinegar production. With this tour, visit one of Modena’s oldest traditional balsamic vinegar producers, touring the vineyards and seeing all the stages of production from the pressing of grapes to the barrel aging. The tour includes plenty of vinegar samples, regional food tastings, and a bottle of wine produced on-site.

At Acetomodena, a guided tour with tasting turns the discovery of Balsamic Vinegar into an unforgettable sensory experience, filled with rich aromas and authentic flavors. Guests have the opportunity to explore the vineyards, uncover the secrets of the production process and visit the aging rooms. Tastings of a variety of balsamic vinegars are thoughtfully paired with Parmigiano Reggiano and artisanal ice cream, enhancing and elevating each unique flavor.

Booking a guided tour and tasting at Acetaia Marchi offers a unique experience, immersed in family tradition and the production of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Visitors discover the secrets of the process, tour the aging rooms, and taste a variety of products, exploring culinary pairings to enhance each flavor.

The Classic Tour invites you to explore one of our Balsamic Vinegar factories in the charming town of Castelvetro di Modena. Designed to introduce you to the various production methods of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, this tour takes you through its evolution, highlighting the aging process in barrels made of various fine woods. The experience concludes with a guided vertical tasting, showcasing five distinct stages of Balsamic Vinegar aging.

Taste the most beloved local specialties in Modena without spending hours researching the city’s culinary scene with this food tour led by an insider guide. Join a small group for a scenic stroll through the city, with stops at the landmark Albinelli market plus artisan gourmet shops and other classic eateries. Sample treats from cheese and cold cuts paired with “crescentina modenese” flatbread to authentic balsamic vinegar.

I’ll bring you along a complete tour to discover all the steps of Parmigiano Reggiano’s production. We’ll see where the animals are bred and where the milk is mould. We’ll go into the cheese factory during milk processing and we'll witness in cooking and making cheese wheels. We’ll see then the process of salting and maturing up to enter the huge “caveau”, where thousands of cheeses wheels are guarded and laid out in long rows in the silent maturation rooms and where the scent of cheese will smell so nice and exciting that we won’t be able to resist till the final tasting of cheese. on this special tour you will be able to touch the newborn calves on our farm which happens almost every day. you will taste the original king of cheeses and many other local artisanal products such as real balsamic vinegar aged over 30 years and parma ham and lambrusco wine and at the end you can buy a piece of real Parmiginao Reggiano or balsamic vinegar to take home with you

Save time navigating the public transportation system and enjoy a convenient round-trip transfer from Modena Train Station to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello. This hassle-free service lets you travel comfortably and directly, without the need to coordinate buses or taxis. Hop on the bus near the station, relax during the short journey to Maranello and focus on enjoying your visit to one of Italy’s most iconic automotive attractions. After your experience at the museum, your return transfer will take you back to Modena Train Station with ease.

Experience the rich history and craftsmanship of Parmesan cheese with a guided tour of a traditional, family-run dairy using sustainable, organic methods. Your guide will introduce you to their closed-loop system, starting from organic feed in the fields to the high-quality milk used for authentic Parmesan. You’ll witness the entire cheesemaking process, from curdling and shaping to forming the iconic wheels. Next, explore the aging warehouse, where over 6,000 cheese wheels are stored for months, developing complex flavors. Learn how aging from 12 to over 36 months enhances texture and taste. The second part of the tour is a tasting of Parmesan at different ages, from mild to sharp, nutty profiles. This highlights how flavor evolves over time. To complement the cheese, enjoy a pairing with DOC Lambrusco, a sparkling red wine from Emilia-Romagna, with bright, fruity notes and refreshing acidity.

This walking tour is an excellent way to learn about Modena’s best bits and to get your bearings of the picturesque Old Town. As you walk between stops, the guide keeps you entertained with stories about the city, and the route takes you to some of its most significant sites, such as Modena Cathedral, the Palazzo Comunale, and the Ghirlandina Tower.

A journey to discover secrets and most authentic flavors of our land. We will start from the King of Cheeses, the Parmigiano Reggiano, visiting a family-run farm, where this excellence was born ten hundred years ago and it is still made with the same ingredients and techniques. It is a result of hand-made experience of one man: the “casaro” (the cheese maker) who creates the “wheel” of Parmigiano Reggiano, in a full-artisanal way. We will continue our gourmet experience visiting one of the best producers of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia. Here, we will discover the secrets beyond this unique and sophisticated product. At the end of both visits you'll taste both products. At the end, tasting lunch in a local restaurant or agritourism based on typical products.

Modena is one of northern Italy's most rewarding cities to explore, and this self-guided tour lets you see it all at your own pace without a fixed schedule to follow. Access an audio and written guide directly on your own device, compiled by a local who knows the city inside and out.

Discover the origin and history of balsamic vinegar on a guided tour of a family-run vinegar cellar in the hills surrounding Modena. This experience offers an authentic look inside a traditional acetaia: from the vineyards to the aging barrels, you’ll gain insight into the patience, craftsmanship and traditions that make this product unique. End your visit with a delicious guided tasting to understand the real differences between traditional and PGI balsamic vinegar and, for a deeper experience, upgrade your visit with an optional meal, aperitif or hands-on cooking class to enjoy the flavors of the Modena countryside. The duration of the visit can vary between 2 and 5 hours, depending on the option selected.

Modena sits in the heart of Emilia Romagna's 'Food Valley', the birthplace of some of Italy's blockbuster gourmet specialties. Sample the most famous in just a few hours with this insider food tour. Stop to taste Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, authentic balsamic vinegar, traditional Lambrusco wine, and other local treats at family-run food and wine shops in Modena's old town and learn about the area's iconic cuisine and the families behind it.

Discover the secrets of Lambrusco Grasparossa DOP and Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena DOP. In our winery you'll learn about Lambrusco production and see first-hand how sparkling wine is made, you'll also discover other nearly forgotten native vines which we have brought back to fruition. Step into our Acetaia, where decades-old barrels hold aging balsamic vinegar. Learn the meticulous process from cooked grape must to long barrel aging. End your journey with a guided tasting, savoring three of our wines and three of our vinegars, paired with Prosciutto di Parma DOP and Parmigiano Reggiano DOP. Experience the passion, tradition, and craftsmanship of Emilia-Romagna's most iconic flavors.

Race through centuries of history and Italian culture in Pavarotti’s hometown on this self-guided audio tour. Experience the magic of GPS-playback on this immersive stroll through Modena. Modena isn’t on every tourist’s bucket list. On this walking tour, you’ll see how this city in the provincial heartland of Italy is a microcosm of the best the country has to offer, from fantastic food to millennia of art and architecture. Along the way, you’ll hear about the city’s connection to world-famous opera singer Luciano Pavarotti. I’ll also tell you about the battle involving a bucket, and reveal why people in Modena were once forced to sit naked on a big stone slab. You’ll find out why one of the streets shares a name with a canal, and how the most famous, sought-after sports and racing car in the world, Ferrari, was born right here! By the end of this self-oaced Modena tour, you’ll have a greater appreciation for the Italian city that has it all!

Set in the heart of the Emilia-Romagna region, Modena is home to some of Italy’s most delicious cuisine. Discover the tastes, secrets, and ingredients of Modenese cooking during this private, hands-on cooking class in a local home. Prepare a delicious 3-course meal from start to finish and then enjoy the fruits of your labor accompanied by local red and white wines during this private experience.

Discover the true flavors of Modena on an immersive food journey that blends history, tradition, and unforgettable tastes. Your experience begins at the city’s oldest bakery with a sampling of iconic cakes and sweet pastries, before continuing to a local bottega for a guided tasting of authentic, aged balsamic vinegar, one of Modena’s proudest culinary treasures. Inside Mercato Albinelli, you’ll savor multiple ages of celebrated Parmigiano Reggiano, followed by a taste of the city’s beloved round bread with local pesto, perfectly paired with sparkling Lambrusco. A classic Modenese pasta dish awaits at a historic restaurant, complemented by a distinctive local wine, before finishing with artisanal gelato from a favorite neighborhood shop and a delicious Secret Dish, revealed exclusively to our guests.

Discover Modena on a full-day small-group food and motor tour. Meet at 8:30 am at Modena Central Station and explore the region’s iconic culinary and automotive heritage through family-run producers and world-famous museums. Choose between two itineraries: Balsamic & Lamborghini: Visit a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy with tasting, then explore the Lamborghini Museum with included admission at your own pace. Continue to a family-run Acetaia to learn about traditional balsamic vinegar and enjoy a buffet lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena independently. Wine & Ferrari: Start at a Parmigiano Reggiano producer, then visit a winery for a guided tasting of 6 regional wines. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant and finish with a self-guided visit to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello. Ideal for food lovers and motor enthusiasts, this tour combines authentic flavors, iconic brands, and a personalized small-group experience.

A two-hour private tour to discover Modena : a city famous for its historic center with UNESCO sites, for its gastronomy, engines, and for the friendliness of its inhabitants. Pleasant in every season, Modena offers visitors extraordinary beauties, all concentrated in its pretty old town, which tell the splendor of a city long the capital of a duchy, that of the Signori d'Este, who lived there since 1598. Unesco has recognized the universal value of its treasures by declaring the Duomo, Piazza Grande and the Ghirlandina Tower a World Heritage Site. Discover these great architectural beauties with our certified Tour Guide.

Discover the soul of Maserati at the Umberto Panini Collection, an unmissable experience in the heart of Italy’s Motor Valley. This exclusive museum preserves the complete historical heritage of Maserati, featuring iconic cars, rare prototypes, and legendary racing models saved and curated in Modena, the brand’s birthplace. The museum is the only place where you can explore Maserati’s authentic legacy up close, in a refined, inspiring setting that blends history, engineering excellence, and Italian craftsmanship—perfect for car lovers and curious travelers seeking something truly unique.

"Acetaia la Vedetta" is immersed in the famous hills of Castelvetro, 6 km from Maranello and 18 from Modena. Let's start with our vineyards which are the basis for obtaining the quality raw material, then we explain all the phases to obtain the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar Dop, of Modena Igp and Balsamic Condiments telling our story. To conclude, there will be a pleasure to taste it both naturally and with a combination of Food, Parmesan 24 months with Dop Vinegar, bruschetta with caramelized onions with igp vinegar, and savoring a good glass of wine. We believe the union between Nature and Man is important and our company is based on this.