Old Town Modena Travel Guide

Modena

Old Town Modena
Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari featuring a square or plaza
Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari featuring interior views
Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari which includes modern architecture as well as a couple
Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari featuring interior views

Popular places to visit

Modena featuring a square or plaza and markets

Modena Cathedral

4.5/5(81 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

University of Modena and Reggio Emilia

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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

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

Ducal Palace

Learn about the local history of Modena with a stop at Ducal Palace. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

Ducal Palace

San Vincenzo

You can learn about the history of Modena when you stop by San Vincenzo. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

San Vincenzo

Modena Town Hall

Modena Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Modena, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

Modena Town Hall

Things to do

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

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

£150
per adult
Day Tour Parmigiano, Ferrari Museum, Balsamic, Lambrusco, Lunch with Transfer
Modena: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

Modena: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

£167
per adult
Modena: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour
Modena: Walking Food Tour and Highlights with a Local Guide

Modena: Walking Food Tour and Highlights with a Local Guide

£231
per traveller
Modena: Walking Food Tour and Highlights with a Local Guide
From Verona, Modena day trip: cheese factory, vinegar & Ferrari

From Verona, Modena trip: Parmigiano factory, vinegar & Ferrari

£324
per adult
From Verona, Modena trip: Parmigiano factory, vinegar & Ferrari
Modena City Walking Tour

Modena City Walking Tour

£21
per adult
Modena City Walking Tour
Modena: Food Walking Tour

Modena: A Full Meal Walking Food Tour with a Local

£76
per adult
Modena: A Full Meal Walking Food Tour with a Local
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Top hotels in Old Town Modena

Phi Hotel Canalgrande
Phi Hotel Canalgrande
4 out of 5
Corso Canalgrande 6, Modena, MO
The price is £128 per night from 4 May to 5 May
£128
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Modena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
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
Hotel Estense
Hotel Estense
3 out of 5
Viale J. Berengario 11, Modena, MO
The price is £159 per night from 10 May to 11 May
£159
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Modena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Museo Enzo Ferrari and Museums ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (469 reviews)
Traveling man
"Older hotel, but great location"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Hotel Estense
Europa
Europa
3 out of 5
Corso Vittorio Emanuele 52, Modena, MO
The price is £85 per night from 4 May to 5 May
£85
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Modena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Museo Enzo Ferrari and Ducal ...
7.4/10 Good! (447 reviews)
"old but charming hotel, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2025

Europa
Hotel Principe
Hotel Principe
4 out of 5
 Corso Vittorio Emanuele, 94, Modena, MO
The price is £121 per night from 4 May to 5 May
£121
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Modena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Museo Enzo Ferrari and Orto ...
"Location for hotel -- a short walk from train station and a short walk to the main touristic part of the city -- was a plus. Facility was well-appointed but no frills (reminded me of a Club Quarters hotel) -- definitely catering to business travelers. Staff was helpful in providing restaurant and ..."

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2024

Hotel Principe
Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel
Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 68, Modena, MO
The price is £193 per night from 4 May to 5 May
£193
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Modena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (367 reviews)
"Great location, clean with nice rooms, great breakfast and really helpful staff!"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel
Best Western Hotel Liberta
Best Western Hotel Liberta
3 out of 5
Via Blasia 10, Modena, MO
The price is £104 per night from 4 May to 5 May
£104
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Modena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (259 reviews)
"Nice place and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2024

Best Western Hotel Liberta
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Modena

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San Pancrazio

Though San Pancrazio may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Piazza Grande and Modena Cathedral.

San Pancrazio
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Crocetta-San Lazzaro-Modena Est

3/5(1 area review)

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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Saliceta San Giuliano

Saliceta San Giuliano might not have many top sights, but Casa Museo Luciano Pavarotti and Montefiorino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Saliceta San Giuliano
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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
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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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Vaciglio

When in Vaciglio, you can plan a visit to Casa Museo Luciano Pavarotti and Modena Town Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Vaciglio

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