Top Modena Culture

Wine-tasting in Italy is almost a traveler’s rite of passage, but few tours explore the equally rich traditions of vinegar production. With this tour, visit one of Modena’s oldest traditional balsamic vinegar producers, touring the vineyards and seeing all the stages of production from the pressing of grapes to the barrel aging. The tour includes plenty of vinegar samples, regional food tastings, and a bottle of wine produced on-site.

Taste the most beloved local specialties in Modena without spending hours researching the city’s culinary scene with this food tour led by an insider guide. Join a small group for a scenic stroll through the city, with stops at the landmark Albinelli market plus artisan gourmet shops and other classic eateries. Sample treats from cheese and cold cuts paired with “crescentina modenese” flatbread to authentic balsamic vinegar.

Discover one of Modena’s most popular landmarks during a visit to the Pavarotti Museum. Utilize skip-the-line access with this ticket and maximize time at the museum, formerly the private home of beloved singer Luciano Pavarotti. See memorabilia, awards, costumes, and personal items during a self-led tour complete with audio guide.

This walking tour is an excellent way to learn about Modena’s best bits and to get your bearings of the picturesque Old Town. As you walk between stops, the guide keeps you entertained with stories about the city, and the route takes you to some of its most significant sites, such as Modena Cathedral, the Palazzo Comunale, and the Ghirlandina Tower.

Modena sits in the heart of Emilia Romagna's 'Food Valley', the birthplace of some of Italy's blockbuster gourmet specialties. Sample the most famous in just a few hours with this insider food tour. Stop to taste Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, authentic balsamic vinegar, traditional Lambrusco wine, and other local treats at family-run food and wine shops in Modena's old town and learn about the area's iconic cuisine and the families behind it.

Explore the delicious and acidic world of balsamic vinegar with a local expert during this short, private tasting and food pairing experience in Vignola. In a loft, see how this vinegar, known the world over, is made and learn about the aging process and tasting notes. In the tasting room, sample balsamic vinegar and Saba made with grape juice paired with classic Italian cheeses, breads, ham, and fruit.

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 our journey we will have a tasting of both products in their different ageing, appreciating their characteristics, aromas and flavours.

This tour is the most exclusive expereince of ours! It is held inside the medieval Prison Tower that hosts the most antique barrels of our family. This location is really unique, it still preserves the signs of the prison times and it is situated in the very heart of the picturesque village of Castelvetro di Modena, overlookng the endless hills of Modena. First, you'll be guided into the three floors of the tower (a real production site, not a museum!) to discover the history and the production method of the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. In conclusion, you will get a chance to taste 5 most exclusive products of ours: 10, 20, 40, 60 and 100 years of aging! This tour is the best option for the real connoisseurs, who appreciate and look for the most authentic experience. The tour will be held exclusively for your group and will end with an extra gastronomic favor, that will surely amaze your palate.

A two-hour private tour to discover Modena: a city famous for its historic center with Unesco sites, its gastronomy, its cars, and for the friendliness of its inhabitants. Pleasant in every season, Modena offers the visitors extraordinary beauties, all concentrated in its gracious historic centre, which tell the story of the splendor of a city for a long time the capital of a duchy, the one of the Lords of Este, who resided there since 1598. Unesco has recognized the universal value of its treasures by declaring the Cathedral, Piazza Grande and the Ghirlandina Tower a World Heritage Site. Discover these great architectural beauties with our certified tour guide.

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.

An excellent value for the money, this private tour and tasting includes one-one-one time with a representative of the Malpighi family, renowned vinegar makers in Modena. After a tour of the barrel rooms, enjoy vinegar samples and pairings with parmesan cheese, prosciutto, bread, and Lambrusco wine. A take-home bottle of vinegar and a recipe book is included.

Are you a motorsports enthusiast and a food lover? We have the perfect tour for you! Join us now for a unique experience designed for those passionate about motors and food. Choose between two 8-hour remarkable itineraries through the food scene and history of Modena: 1) Balsamic & Lamborghini - This itinerary includes visits to Parmigiano Reggiano, the Lamborghini museum, and Balsamic Vinegar production with a buffet lunch. You’ll be free to explore the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena in the afternoon. 2) Lambrusco wine & Ferrari - This itinerary includes visits to Parmigiano Reggiano, Lambrusco wine production and lunch in a local restaurant. You’ll be free to explore the Ferrari Museum in Maranello in the afternoon.

Get ready for a unique day trip that takes you from the local mountains to the Apennines mountain range to explore the rich local food culture and history nestled in between these peaks. The itinerary is 8 hours long and includes a visit to Parmigiano Reggiano and Balsamic Vinegar production. You will also get to enjoy lunch on a local farm. In the afternoon, you can choose between a visit to the castle or a breathtaking hike, short or long, to complete your off-the-beaten-track experience.

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 ...

The Italian city of Modena boasts medieval streets, striking 17th-century architecture, and a rich culinary heritage—but this is really only half the story. On this morning or afternoon half-day walking tour, leave the map in your hotel and stroll through the city streets with your guide. Discover top attractions including the Ghirlandina Tower and Modena Cathedral, and see sides of Modena many visitors miss.

Savoring the excellence of the Emilian wine tradition in the place where the legendary Lambrusco wines that have made the history of the enology of this region are born is possible at Tenuta Cialdini, owned by the Chiarli family for over 140 years, the hub of many initiatives, including charitable ones. of the territory and tourist destination of hundreds of wine lovers from all over the world every month. The estate also includes a beautiful nineteenth-century villa, its beautiful stables carefully restored and entirely dedicated to hospitality, a large park bordering the vineyards and a small shop where you can buy the wines produced and distributed by the company. The visit begins in the vineyards that embrace all the buildings that make up the company in a single plot, followed by a visit to the winery and production facilities with an explanation of the various stages of winemaking, and finally the tasting of 4 labels from the Cleto Chiarli line .

This walking tour of Modena reveals the charm and history of this ancient Italian town. The tour begins in the Piazza Grande and moves on to the Cathedral complex and the Duomo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll also peruse a local market to see what the locals eat.

Get to know the city of Modena, and its major attractions, on this private walking tour. Meet your guide in the center of town, and set off: you’ll see landmarks ranging from Roman ruins and Renaissance–era palaces to the Modena Cathedral and its Ghirlandina Tower, a symbol of the city. As you go, you’ll also learn about Modena’s long history and famous residents, from Enzo Ferrari to Luciano Pavarotti.

Get your bearings and take in the top sights in Modena’s old town in just a few hours without the hassle of following a guidebook and map with this private tour on foot. Meet your guide in the main square and stroll through the porticoed historic center to admire the UNESCO-listed cathedral, 17th-century Palazzo Comunale and Palazzo Ducale, and other architectural gems before ending at the city’s historic market.

The "MUST SEE" of Reggio Emilia: two mandatory stops for anyone who wants to quickly get to know the flavors and history of this surprising Emilian province. You will visit a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy and taste different maturations of the product, as well as discover how it is used in the kitchen, for the best traditional recipes.

See many of Modena’s essential landmarks—including several UNESCO World Heritage Sites—on this private walking tour. Pick from morning or afternoon departure times, meet your guide, and set off on foot. You’ll see the Modena Cathedral, the Piazza Grande, the Novi Ark Archaeological Park, and more. As you go, learn more about Modena’s wealth of culture and history, and even sample tigella: stuffed, toasted bread that’s a popular local snack.

• 3-hour Segway tour lead by an expert local guide • See top Modena attractions including: the famed Ferrari Museum will immerse you into the great stories of the Motor Valley. You will see the baroque Palazzo Ducale, now home to the prestigious Military Academy, where we will talk about the Este Duchy. You will then arrive to Piazza Grande, where the most significant monuments are gathered: you will be fascinated by the Cathedral, made by the great architect Lanfranco and the master sculptor Wiligelmo, one of the greatest masterpieces of the European Romanesque. Here you will see the magnificent bell tower named Ghirlandina. You will go for a ride in the open space of Foro Boario, the stage for Pavarotti's concerts, where you will see the remains of the old Roman city. • 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