Ferrara Tours

Explore the UNESCO-listed city center of Ferrara with a private guide, who’s focused on your sole group. Offering a more personal experience, the tour is perfect for those who are looking for greater interaction with a guide. You’ll not just see the sights of the city, you’ll also learn the city history as you admire landmarks such as Castello Estense, Ferrara Cathedral, and more.

The three centuries of Este domination, when the court of Ferrara was among the most refined and cultured in Europe, without erasing the medieval Romanesque-Gothic grandeur, have left a profound humanistic imprint on the city. You will walk among wonderfully frescoed churches, castles and palaces.

Spend a day exploring Tuscan hill towns and history on a private tour from Florence in a luxury van. Follow winding roads through vineyards and olive groves to the medieval town of San Gimignano, a UNESCO-site with stunning views of the Tuscan countryside. Discover Italy’s Etruscan heritage in Volterra, where ancient tombs, Roman ruins and brick-lined piazzas rub shoulders with bustling alabaster workshops.

Considered one of the most beautiful Renaissance cities in Italy, Ferrara is recognized by UNESCO for its rich architectural heritage. Get an in-depth look at the city’s medieval and Renaissance gems in just hours with this private walking tour. Skip the guidebook and enjoy your guide’s insights into the history and architecture of the Estense Castle and former Jewish Ghetto, among other top sights.

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Ferrara treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Ferrara can be considered an ideal city, its layout is the result of meticulous urban planning, completed and implemented in 1492, this town is indeed the realization of the humanist concept of the ideal city and the only planned Renaissance town to have been completed. Given this premise you surely cannot miss to take your family on this tour of the most important monuments and palaces to learn about their history and explore the city. During our 2.5 hours kid-friendly walking tour our knowledgeable guide will illustrate the story of Ferrara making it come alive and keep all the participants involved with quizzes, trivia and interesting commentaries. You will not only see beautiful monuments such as the Estense castle, the Town Hall, the Palazzo dei Diamanti, you will perceive the feelings that still permeate these buildings full of history and stories while playing interactive activities with your kids. This will be an amazing adventure to live with your children and family!

Discover the Italian city of Ferrara with a private walking tour. Meet your guide at a central meeting point and set out on a city stroll to see top landmarks including Castello Estense, the Ferrara Cathedral, and Piazza del Municipio. Learn about the culture, history, and food of Ferrara during this walking tour. The itinerary can also be customized according to your interests.

Take the worry out of your departure to Bologna Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid the long lines for taxis at the hotel, and travel in the comfort of a Premium car or minivan.

Make the most of your time by stretching your sightseeing hours into the evening with this night tour of Ferrara. Follow your guide on foot to take in the city’s highlights without the daytime crowds, learning about gems like the cathedral, Estense Castle, and historic Town Hall—all picturesquely lit. Stroll through atmospheric corners of the old town, Jewish Ghetto, and Via delle Volte, with plenty of time to stop and snap photos.

• 3-hour Segway tour lead by an expert local guide • See top Ferrara attractions including: the XXIV May Square, the Estense Castle, the Crema Palace, the little S. Anna square, the unique courtyard of the Municipal Theatre, in the little Municipal square, the famous "staircase" of the ancient Ducal Palace, the Gothic Cathedral • Hear tales of colorful history from a knowledgeable guide • Enjoy a Segway sightseeing tour that’s suitable for all fitness levels • Small-group tour with a maximum of eight people ensures a personalized experience

Experience the authentic side of Italy with this exclusive home cooking class led by a passionate local cook in Ferrara. Be invited into your host’s kitchen for a hands-on lesson and create traditional regional dishes together. Then relax and enjoy the fruits of your labors over a family-style lunch or dinner featuring the recipes you’ve prepared paired with regional wines and true Italian espresso.

Ferrara, the capital of bicycles, is a city suspended in time, where the tourist will have the sensation of traveling between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance while remaining surrounded by greenery. To spend a sensational experience, however, it must be visited entirely. To fully enjoy it in a reasonable time, the best way is to use an E-Bike, the pedal assisted electric bike that allows quick and comfortable travel, without giving up curious stops at the points of greatest interest, souvenir photos and breathtaking views of the points " wow "! With the E-Bike Travel guided tour you can experience the real atmosphere of Ferrara while having fun outdoors just like its citizens!

For years, every Sunday, in our house, all our friends have gathered to be together. I would like to offer our guests, through the kitchen, the same warmth and conviviality of every Sunday, which only gathering in front of a table can create.

A private night tour is the perfect option to enjoy Ferrara free of crowds and traffic, the splendid monuments of this charming town become even more striking when lit up. A knowledgeable tour guide will lead you at the discovery of the narrow streets of the former Jewish Ghetto, crossing the appealing Via delle Volte, ancient medieval center of the city, with its arches, century-old bricks and churches. On this outdoor night touryou will see the main highlights of Ferrara, ending at the Estense castle, the main symbol of the city.

Take the worry out of your departure to Rimini Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid the long lines for taxis at the hotel, and travel in the comfort of a Premium car or minivan.