Where to Base
Stay near the Piazza Grande in the historic center. This area clusters the Cathedral, Ghirlandina Tower, and major hotels, allowing easy walking access to cultural sites and dining.
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Modena
Modena, situated in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy, is a historic city on the southern edge of the Po Valley. Renowned globally as the headquarters for iconic supercar manufacturers like Ferrari, Maserati, and Pagani, it offers a unique blend of industrial heritage and refined culture. The city’s historic center, featuring the UNESCO-listed Piazza Grande, Cathedral, and Ghirlandina Tower, is compact and walkable. For frequent-flyer hotel travelers, Modena provides an intimate base to explore world-class culinary traditions, including traditional balsamic vinegar, and visit nearby Maranello. Its manageable size allows guests to easily access cultural landmarks, luxury automotive experiences, and the renowned University of Modena, making it a sophisticated destination for business and leisure.
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Getting Around
The city center is highly walkable. For visits to the Ferrari factory in Maranello, a short 15-20 minute drive or taxi ride is required, as it lies just south of the city.
Best Season
Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather for exploring the UNESCO heritage sites. Summer is ideal for food festivals and balsamic vinegar tastings, though temperatures can be high.
Nearby attractions
Modena Cathedral
cathedral of Modena, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Stadio Alberto Braglia
football stadium
piazza Grande
town square in Modena, Italy
Galleria Estense
art museum in Modena
Museo Enzo Ferrari
automobile museum
Ferrari park
park and former automotive race track in Modena, Italy
San Pietro Church
church building in Modena, Italy
San Vincenzo, Modena
church in Modena
San Francesco
church building in Modena, Italy
San Bartolomeo
baroque church building in Modena, Italy
Chiesa del Voto
church building in Modena, Italy
Synagogue of Modena
building in Modena, Italy
Dining
Osteria Francescana
On arriving in Via Stella, one immediately senses how naturally this restaurant frees itself from frills and accolades, embracing instead a sober elegance, enhanced by major works of contemporary art that reflect Massimo Bottura’s personal passion. The same measured language returns in the kitchen, where greatness is expressed through control, balance and vision: a narrative that begins in Modena and Emilia before reaching towards the great international classics, reinterpreted by the chef with that playful lightness which reminds us that food should first and foremost be pleasure, memory and
WebsiteL'Erba del Re
Situated in a period palazzo near one of Modena’s oldest churches (the façade of Santa Maria della Pomposa dates from the medieval period and the church was rebuilt in 1717), this recently restored, modern and minimalist restaurant has just nine tables and is adorned with contemporary paintings on its walls. There are numerous options here: a tasting menu which focuses on historic Emilian recipes (tortellini in capon broth, tagliatelle in a Modena-style ragù etc); a second menu featuring the chef’s latest dishes; a vegetarian option; and an à la carte which includes many of the restaurant’s ho
WebsiteAl Gatto Verde
Inside Maria Luigia, the welcoming country house envisioned by Massimo Bottura and Lara Gilmore to host a cosmopolitan clientele, the cuisine of Jessica Rosval revolves around fire, presenting dishes that are both visually striking and deeply appetizing. Her philosophy celebrates the finest local produce and the estate’s own farm, with cooking techniques that find their signature expression over live embers. Exemplary is the smoked meat selection, alternating various cuts and culminating in a wood-grilled beef rib, intense and succulent. Service is warm and attentive, while the knowledgeable a
WebsiteFranceschetta 58
Intimate and vibrant settings, where the smell of warm bread and the clinking of glasses convey the simple philosophy with which Massimo Bottura renews his love for Modena and Emilia. The menu, which includes both classic dishes and tasting menus, starts from the roots: the intense flavour of 36-month aged pancetta caressed by the sweetness of Campanina apple “mostarda”, or the velvety creaminess of “zuppa inglese”. Then the journey opens up to creativity, with unexpected touches such as grey mullet “alla cacciatora”, which releases aromas of herbs and the sea. The tortellini, made by the pati
WebsitePatrizia
Creative dynamism in the very heart of the city: this is Patrizia, a restaurant named after the chef’s mother. Here the journey is singular — available in either a complete or abbreviated form — and evolves with the turning of the seasons; alongside it, the lighting, music and dining room details transform as well, following precisely the vision of young chef Tommaso Zoboli. A continuous movement of ideas and exploration, designed to satisfy himself whilst delighting his guests.The progression of dishes reveals an exuberant kitchen, rich with references to diverse thoughts and cultures, unfett
WebsiteHosteria Giusti
Hidden away in the back room of the historic Giusti delicatessen, which has been famous for over four centuries, is a small dining room with just four tables. Simple and pleasantly retro, this is th perfct place to soak up the authentic spirit of Modena’s culinary tradition. The menu is a sincere tribute to Emilian cuisine: it begins with charcuterie, mostly from Mora Romagnola pigs reared in the wild, accompanied by the ever-present gnocco fritto and fragrant pasta fritters.This is followed by fresh pasta, the star of iconic dishes such as tortellini in capon broth and tagliolini with cheese
WebsiteTrattoria Pomposa - Al Re gras
It’s not just the competitive prices that will bring you back, but above all the fragrant authenticity of Emilian cooking. Among the first courses, the “golden” specialties stand out, namely the fresh egg pastas: tortellini with 24-month Parmigiano cream and traditional lasagne verdi. The main courses are dominated by the indulgent cotechino with stewed beans and an impeccable bollito misto, while the ideal finale is entrusted to the celebrated zuppa inglese. In warmer months, tables in the intimate Piazza della Pomposa lend an even more charming atmosphere.
WebsiteMagnagallo
Just a minute’s drive from the Campogalliano motorway exit, this ultra-classic restaurant has made a name for itself over the years thanks to its excellent price-quality ratio, which has remained surprisingly stable even at times when inflation has been high. The menu features numerous traditional Emilian dishes — gnocco fritto, tortellini, and Emilian-style “fritto misto” — alongside some of the great classics of Italian cuisine. The finale is left to the cake counter, situated right at the entrance to the restaurant: a riot of homemade desserts that invites you to choose whatever takes your
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