Top Modena Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Unique tour to discover the tastes of the area (from Parmigiano Reggiano to the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar), and the stunning medieval sights of the city. In particular the UNESCO white limestone cathedral, its jewels and hidden treasures ... The includes the entrances to the Museum of the Cathedral, the v isit of the huge Cathedral (outdoors and indoors); Discovery of the Family owned Traditional Acetaia, with a detailed visit of the production and a tasting of several kinds of Traditional Aceto Baslsamico di Modena. Wandering around and getting lost in the food heart of the city, just like Massimo Bottura loves to do, before creating a new delicacy ...

Enjoy a day to visit Modena one of the most beautiful cities in northern Italy. Discover the Unesco beauties of the heart of Modena and its anecdotes Visit the Modena Cathedral and the historical palace Discover the historic Albinelli market with its perfumes Visit a historic Acetaia in Modena Enjoy a tasting lunch with paired wines

Start your visit to Modena with this 2-hour walk led by a Local. You’ll discover its highlights, hidden gems, and get practical tips. This is the best introduction to Modena. Get to see places like Modena Cathedral and Torre Civica, along with hidden corners of Modena only known to locals that reveal the city’s everyday charm. You'll also receive local insights on where to eat, drink, and how to get around, helping you explore with confidence and make the most of your time. • Get the best intro to Modena through its highlights and hidden gems • Learn about typical local products and connect with Modena's traditions • Get local tips on where to eat, drink, and how to move around the city • Make the most of your time with this 2-hour walking experience • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, up to 8 travellers

Through a visit to two local producers you will live a truly unique experience! In the Acetaia you will discover customs, anecdotes, traditions and production processes linked to Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, while in the Cellar the ancient ancestral method referring to wines produced by hand and respecting the highest quality! The Acetaia is located in the ancient country farmhouse, immersed in the greenery of the plain, while the cellar is on the hills of Modena and thanks to the special position, you can enjoy an exciting view! Two familiar and welcoming places where you will live a unique and extremely authentic experience! This experience is absolutely perfect for young couples, groups of friends and families! Infants, children and teenagers can participate, but only children at least 18 years of age or children at least 16 years of age but with explicit parental permission will be able to taste the wine. In the cellar you will visit the vineyard. Comfortable clothing is recommended!

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.

Reggio Emilia is known for being one of the gastronomic capitals of the Emilia Romagna region and this tour helps you find out why. Beat the crowds and travel with a private driver between foodie hotspots to meet local producers and taste a variety of tasty bites—including Parmigiano Reggiano, balsamic vinegar, and local wine.

Get an insider’s introduction to two of Italy’s most iconic automobile makers during this two-for-one, private combo tour to the Lamborghini and Ferrari museums. Tours include a tasty, all-inclusive lunch, door-to-door private transportation, admission tickets to both sights, and a visit to the Ferrari racetrack and factory for a peek behind the scenes.

Discover the charm of Reggio Emilia, birthplace of the Italian tricolour flag, on this 3.5-hour walking tour blending history, culture, and the flavors of Emilia-Romagna. Walk through the historic center with a local guide and learn about the city’s past, from its Roman origins to its role in Italian unification. Visit Sala del Tricolore, where the Italian flag was first adopted in 1797, and discover the story behind this national symbol. Along the way, taste regional specialties. Enjoy a tasting of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia and, from February to November, sample craft gelato from a local gelateria. The tour ends with a relaxed aperitivo featuring local cured meats, cheeses, and a slice of erbazzone, paired with a glass of regional wine such as Lambrusco or Spergola—a perfect introduction to local flavors. This easy walk covers about 3.5 km through the city center. Comfortable shoes are recommended, and the tour suits families and travelers of all ages.

This 8-hour itinerary includes visits to the Stanguellini Museum, the Pavarotti House, and the Horacio Pagani Museum, along with a guided tour of a balsamic vinegar production facility featuring a tasting session. You'll also enjoy a walking tour of Vignola and a complimentary lunch highlighting local cuisine. We’ll start at the Stanguellini Museum to explore Italy’s oldest sports car manufacturer and its historic race cars. Then, we’ll visit Luciano Pavarotti's former home, showcasing memorabilia from the legendary tenor. After a scenic drive to Vignola, we'll witness the traditional crafting of Modena’s balsamic vinegar, savoring its rich flavors. Lunch will feature authentic Modenese delights like tigelle, gnocco fritto, and Torta Barozzi, a decadent chocolate and coffee cake. We'll stroll through Vignola’s charming streets before concluding our day at the Horacio Pagani Museum, where you'll discover the artistry behind these exclusive hypercars with a self-guided tour.

The king of cheeses, Parmigiano Reggiano is one of Italy’s most famous gourmet delicacies. Get an inside look at how this iconic cheese is produced with this in-depth farm tour and tasting in the countryside near Modena. Visit the cow barns, watch how the cheese is made each morning, and see where the great wheels are aged. Then relax over a cheese tasting paired with local Lambrusco wine and cold cuts.

Spend a day visiting the Ferrari legend and immerse yourself in its way. One of our drivers will pick you up at your hotel in Modena or at Modena train station if you arrive by train. You will live a unique experience retracing the history of Ferrari from its origins to today. You will experience the thrill of experiencing the Ferrari F1 single-seater simulator and the thrill of driving two real Ferraris on the road for 15 minutes each. After your Ferrari experience our driver will accompany you to a typical Emilian restaurant where you can enjoy a lunch with typical products. At the end of lunch our driver will take you back to your hotel in Modena or to the Modena train station.

Enjoy an exciting day among world-famous engines and flavors! A tour to discover legendary supercars and world-famous foods: you will visit the Lamborghini Museum, the Ferrari Museum, the "Casa Enzo Ferrari" Museum, the Pagani Museum. You can also enjoy a lunch with a typical and traditional Emilian flavour. If you wish to test drive a Ferrari or Lamborghini on the road during this tour, or try the Simulator, you will need to let us know well in advance so that we can organize the driving on the day you booked: test driving and simulator have an additional cost which you can pay on the day of the tour. Your tour leader will accompany you throughout the tour, providing information in English.

This experience takes you into the heart of the Emilia-Romagna Food Valley, where some of Italy’s most famous products are still made following centuries-old traditions. Instead of large commercial tours, you will visit small local producers in the countryside near Modena and Castelvetro. Here you will see how Parmigiano Reggiano is crafted, discover the secrets of traditional balsamic vinegar aging in wooden barrels, and taste Lambrusco wines directly where they are produced. The experience ends with a relaxed countryside lunch featuring local specialties, surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills. This tour is designed for travelers who want to go beyond the typical tourist experience and discover the authentic flavors, traditions and landscapes of Emilia-Romagna. This is a small, intimate experience designed for travelers who want to explore the real flavors of Emilia-Romagna

This tour will immerse you in Emilian excellence. The driver will pick you up at your hotel in Modena or at the Modena train station. He will accompany you to a local dairy where you can discover the artisan techniques for the production of Parmigiano Reggiano, visit the stables and warehouses where the Parmigiano is stored for aging. You can taste this wonder of the territory accompanied by a glass of Lambrusco or another drink of your choice. You can then visit the Ferrari museum in Maranello where you can immerse yourself in the history of this myth from its birth until today. You will be accompanied to a typical local restaurant where you can taste other typical Emilian products. At the end of the lunch you will visit the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena, visiting the 2 main Prancing Horse museums in Italy. After the visit you will be accompanied by the driver to the Hotel in Modena or to the Modena Railway Station.

Enjoy a scenic 20 km (12-mile) e-bike ride over 8 hours, exploring Emilia-Romagna. We’ll visit a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy farm and a family-run balsamic vinegar facility, with views of Canossa Castle and Votigno. Starting at 8:00 AM from Reggio Emilia train station, we’ll transfer to Cortogno. At San Giorgio dairy farm, taste fresh cheese before setting off through Appennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park. Our first stop is Vercallo, with views of Rossena and Canossa castles. After a 45-minute ride, we’ll explore the Castle of Canossa and a balsamic vinegar facility within its walls. We’ll then ride through Votigno and other charming villages before enjoying lunch at a local trattoria with gnocco fritto, handmade tortelli, and wine. We expect to return to Reggio Emilia around 4:00–4:30 PM. This tour is suitable for those in good physical condition with prior mountain or e-bike experience, involving asphalt and off-road trails with uneven terrain.

Get introduced to Reggio Emilia in the most authentic way: through its highlights, history, local flavors, and with a trusted local guide by your side. Along the way, you’ll explore iconic landmarks such as Piazza Prampolini and Basilica della Madonna della Ghiara, as well as local favorites and hidden corners loved by locals. Engaging anecdotes and personal insights from your local guide will connect Reggio Emilia’s history, culture, and tradition, bringing the city to life in an authentic and memorable way. To complete the experience, enjoy a tasting of a local specialty. Whether sweet, savory, or regional, you’ll taste a real part of Reggio Emilia’s everyday culture and traditions. By the end of the tour, you’ll have a great introduction to Reggio Emilia, its local culture, and how to explore it on your own. You’ll walk away with personal recommendations and local tips on where to eat and what to see next, helping you make the most of your time in the city.

Experience the most authentic Emilia: Parmigiano Reggiano, Traditional Balsamic Vinegar and homemade cuisine in an ancient family house in the hills of Modena. An intimate, genuine experience far from the tourist routes. We will start with a visit to a local dairy to learn about the production of Parmigiano Reggiano, from processing to seasoning, with final tasting. Then we will move to my family home, a place where recipes and traditions are handed down. Here you will discover the secrets of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar and taste different types. Afterwards, you will take part in a cooking class of Emilia to prepare tortelloni ricotta and spinach according to the real recipes of grandmother. We will conclude around the table with a home-cooked lunch: fresh pasta, local cheeses, honey, bread, Lambrusco, water and coffee. An ideal experience for those who really want to know the local culture and experience Modena through its most authentic flavors. Pick-up on request.

Get introduced to Modena in the most authentic way: through its highlights, history, local flavors, and with a trusted local guide by your side. Along the way, you will explore iconic landmarks such as Piazza Grande and Torre Ghirlandina, as well as local favorites and hidden corners loved by locals. Engaging anecdotes and personal insights from your local guide will connect Modena history, culture, and tradition, bringing the city to life in an authentic and memorable way. To complete the experience, enjoy a tasting of a local specialty. Whether sweet, savory, or regional, you will taste a real part of Modena everyday culture and traditions. By the end of the tour, you will have a great introduction to Modena, its local culture, and how to explore it on your own. You will walk away with personal recommendations and local tips on where to eat and what to see next, helping you make the most of your time in the city.

Modena has a rebellious streak: its citizens built a vast marble cathedral without waiting for a bishop, and even went to war with a neighboring city over a stolen wooden bucket. This self-guided walking tour lets you explore that story and more at your own pace, with no groups and no fixed schedule. A smartphone audio guide narrates each stop like a conversation rather than a lecture, while interactive quizzes challenge you to unlock local secrets along the way. Everything runs directly from your phone, so there's no app to download and no physical guide required. Just start whenever you're ready and follow the route through Modena's UNESCO cathedral, the soaring Ghirlandina tower, and the grand Este ducal palace. The ticket also includes a free eSIM with data, so your map, directions, and audio work from the moment you land.

An unforgettable journey into the authentic heart of Modena's culinary heritage. This is not a mass tourism experience, but a genuine encounter with the people and places that have preserved these traditions for generations. Your day begins at our family-run Acetaia, where you'll discover the secrets of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP. Then, step inside a local Parmigiano Reggiano dairy to witness the early-morning craftsmanship behind one of Italy's greatest cheeses. The journey continues at an authentic Prosciutto di Modena producer before ending with a generous lunch inside the prosciutto factory. There are no crowds, no tourist shows, and no rushed schedule—just authentic places, passionate local producers, and a small-group experience designed for curious travelers who value authenticity over crowds and meaningful experiences over tourist attractions.

Join a fantastic experience in the heart of Italy's Food Valley, home to two world-class products: Parmigiano Reggiano and Parma Ham. This tour is perfect for food lovers looking to discover the authentic secrets and flavors of Emilia, with the convenience of starting directly from the Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana train station. You'll visit a traditional dairy to see the fascinating production of Parmigiano Reggiano, from the extraction of fresh cheese wheels to the impressive aging rooms. Next, we'll travel to the place where Parma Ham is born. You'll visit a prosciuttificio to learn the secrets of its production. Each stop ends with a delicious guided tasting, where you'll savor the unique quality of these two exceptional products, paired with local wine.

Step beyond the velvet curtains and into the heart of Modena to discover the man behind the legendary voice. This reverse-chronological journey peels back the layers of Luciano Pavarotti's life, starting from his monumental global legacy and walking back in time to his humble beginnings as a baker's son. You will explore the grand theaters, the ancient piazzas that wept for him, and the quiet streets where a young teacher almost gave up on his dream. Prepare for a heartfelt, inspiring, and deeply nostalgic exploration of music, food, and the unbreakable bond between a city and its most beloved son. - A 5.3 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 142 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Art, Design & Aesthetics and History & Memory - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

Set off on a scenic 5-hour bike tour starting at "Agriturismo La Razza," where we'll cycle through the countryside and by the River Crostolo. Visit a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy farm, climb the Reggio Emilia hills for amazing views, and learn about Traditional Balsamic Vinegar production at “Il Borgo del Balsamico,” complete with a tasting. We wrap up the adventure around 2 pm at the Reggio Emilia train station. As you pedal up the gentle slopes, your e-bike makes the climb easy and enjoyable, allowing you to fully appreciate the changing landscape. Reach vantage points where the view of Reggio Emilia stretches out before you—a perfect spot to pause, take photos, and soak in the natural splendour.

Discover the rich traditions of Emilia-Romagna through an immersive farm experience. Begin your day with a guided tour exploring the orchard, organic vegetable garden, and traditional vinegar cellar producing authentic Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia. Indulge in local tastings, including a farm-style lunch featuring regional cuisine. Choose from a variety of hands-on activities like a cooking class for the traditional erbazzone pie, a garden workshop, or a fascinating bees and pollinators experience. This small-group setting allows for a deep connection with nature and the agricultural heritage of the area, ensuring an enriching day in the countryside.