Location: Modena
Top Things to do in Modena
Things to do in Modena, Emilia-Romagna: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks
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. Antica Farmacia
2. Ghirlandina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 913 reviews
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).
3. Piazza Grande
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4.5 based on 979 reviews
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
4. Palazzo Ducale
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4.5 based on 411 reviews
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.
5. Palazzo Comunale di Modena
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4.5 based on 232 reviews
6. Fontana Dei Due Fiumi
7. Chiesa Parrocchiale di San Barnaba
8. Chiesa Ortodossa Tutti i Santi
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
9. Piazza della Pomposa
10. Preda Ringadora
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