The 10 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Modena, Emilia-Romagna

November 29, 2021 Lashaunda Abraham

Known for its medieval history, its auto-making prowess (as home base of both Ferrari and Maserati) and its famous balsamic vinegar, Modena is a treat for visitors of all ages. The 12th-century Romanesque Cathedral of Modena, with its spectacular Ghirlandina bell tower (under restoration until the end of 2010), is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Just outside of town (and next to the car maker’s factory) in Maranello is Galleria Ferrari, dedicated to the brand and Italian motor racing industry.
Restaurants in Modena

1. Casa Museo Luciano Pavarotti

Stradello Nava 6, 41126, Modena Italy +39 059 460778 [email protected] http://www.casamuseolucianopavarotti.it/
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5.0 based on 482 reviews

Casa Museo Luciano Pavarotti

Explore the private home Pavarotti built in his beloved hometown, transformed by the Pavarotti Foundation into a museum housing his exceptional collection of personal items, unseen memorabilia, costumes and awards gathered throughout his artistic career.

Reviewed By Richard894

A memorable visit that allows access to the colourful world of a wonderful artist. Serenely beautiful and the private viewing of all the rooms and floors is so memorable.

2. Museo Civico d'Arte

Viale Vittorio Veneto 5, 41124, Modena Italy +39 059 203 3100 [email protected] http://www.comune.modena.it/museoarte/
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4.5 based on 36 reviews

Museo Civico d'Arte

3. Duomo di Modena

Corso Duomo, 41121, Modena Italy +39 059 216078 http://www.duomodimodena.it
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4.5 based on 2,764 reviews

Duomo di Modena

Reviewed By johannesc299 - Verbier, Switzerland

Go there if you are fed up with the Gothic and golden Barok churches. Modest, but beautiful. Very impressive. And Ionic pilars support the constfuction. Taken from a Greek temple??

4. Ghirlandina

Piazza della Torre, 41121, Modena Italy +39 059 203 2660 [email protected] http://www.visitmodena.it/english/tourist-information/discover-the-area/art-and-culture/castles-towers-bell-towers/ghirlandina-belltower?set_language=en
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4.5 based on 913 reviews

Ghirlandina

Alongside the apse of the cathedral, standing 89.32 metres tall, is the Ghirlandina belltower, the symbol of the city of Modena. The Ghirlandina was given this nickname by the city's inhabitants due to the double ring of parapets that crown its steeple, "as light as garlands", ghirlanda in Italian. Built as the belltower for the cathedral, this tower has however played an important civic function since its origins: the ringing of its bells marked the time for life in the city, it announced the opening of the gates in the city walls and acting as a warning for the people in situations of alarm and danger. Its mighty walls guarded the so-called “Sacristy" of the Municipality, which was home to the strongboxes, public documents and objects of great symbolic value like the famous fourteenth-century “Secchia rapita” or Stolen Bucket (a copy is currently on display).

5. Piazza Grande

Piazza Grande, 41121, Modena Italy [email protected] http://www.visitmodena.it/it/scopri-modena/arte-e-cultura/il-sito-unesco/piazza-grande
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4.5 based on 979 reviews

Piazza Grande

Reviewed By rickyspa1 - Miami, United States

If the many squares of Modena, this one in my opinion the best one with an spectacular Cathedral and an array of great buildings cafes and restaurants. Absolutely recommended visit

6. Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari

Via Paolo Ferrari 85 Parcheggio video-sorvegliato Via Giuseppe Soli, 101, 41121, Modena Italy +39 059 439 7979 http://museomodena.ferrari.com/it/
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4.5 based on 2,763 reviews

Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari

Museo Casa Ezno Ferrari (Enzo Ferrari's Birthplace Museum) includes the restored house where he was born and a new futuristic automotive design gallery with a yellow cover, designed by the architect Jan Kaplický. It is located in Modena; the Birthplace hosts a permanent exhibition on the life of Ferrari's founder Enzo, while the gallery houses temporary exhibitions of vintage cars. The Museum opened 10th March 2012.

Reviewed By 639frankm - Brisbane, Australia

We visited the museum as an unplanned event. Had some extra time one day and dropped in. Boy this was a pleasant surprise. The buildings that house the Museum are really well done. One is Enzo’s family home which consist of engines on display along with the office he worked from. The adjoining modern building has the cars. What’s special about this building as much as the content is how they have architecturally presented the facility and allowed each vehicle... I mean masterpiece the space need to really allow yourself ability to view each car. There are some pretty amazing historical facts that most don’t know about Ferrari such as he never flew or took an elevator in his life. Never visited Rome and only went to Monza in Milan. How he basically lived his entire life in Modena. I would definitely go out of my way to visit this museum/ shrine. The Lamborghini museum is worthwhile however if you’re only doing one, this is it.

7. Palazzo Ducale

Piazza Roma 15 visitabile nei weekend con ModenaTur, 41121, Modena Italy +39 059 203 2660 http://www.visitmodena.it/it/informazioni-turistiche/eventi/manifestazioni-e-iniziative/visite-guidate/visite-guidate-palazzo-ducale
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4.5 based on 411 reviews

Palazzo Ducale

Reviewed By jivk0v - Sofia, Bulgaria

Very beautiful building. It was the palace of the Duke, now is a navy academy. The square and the fountain next to it is also very beautiful.

8. Panini Motor Museum

Via Corletto Sud 320, 41126, Modena Italy +39 059 510660 http://www.paninimotormuseum.it
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4.5 based on 256 reviews

Panini Motor Museum

Reviewed By pdcs4

Fabulous collection of Maseratis in existence, just 20mins from Modena center Primarily Maseratis, from pre-war to today and in immaculate condition. Stunning collection of assorted motor bikes from every make are on display. There is also a collection of tractors to see. Its absolutely free to enter, however please book online for admission and time slot

9. Mercato Albinelli

Via Luigi Albinelli 13, 41121, Modena Italy +39 059 211218 [email protected] http://www.mercatoalbinelli.it
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4.5 based on 388 reviews

Mercato Albinelli

The Albinelli Market keeps alive the tradition and heritage of the ancient market that since the Middle Ages has spiced up the streets and squares of Modena, safeguarding the city cultural and nutritional values and the personal and close customer relationship that has always characterized the retail sale. With the October 28th, 1931 new Market inauguration, Modena retail trade left piazza Grande, the original location which hosted it for centuries. The vendors who moved in became stable retailers, leaving behind their previous experience as street vendors for good.Now it is the beating heart of the city of Modena, appreciated by citizens and by visitors the possibility to identify and sample the Modena traditional culinary ingredients and dishes

Reviewed By 968nicholash - London, United Kingdom

The covered fresh produce markets in the Emilia Romagna region are great places to visit with some of the most beautiful and well presented fruit and vegetables you will see anywhere. This one was the best I saw on my visit and the largest, with some really friendly stall holders. It even has a small statue and fountain in the centre. Really enjoyed experiencing this market.

10. Fontana Dei Due Fiumi

Largo Giuseppe Garibaldi 11, 41124, Modena Italy +39 059 203 2660
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4.5 based on 38 reviews

Fontana Dei Due Fiumi

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