Sevärdheter i Modena

Modena Essentials

Modena's historic centre is defined by the UNESCO-listed Romanesque Cathedral, the Ghirlandina bell tower and the town hall on Piazza Grande. The Este dukes left the Ducal Palace and the art collection of the Galleria Estense. The Enzo Ferrari Museum tells the story of the city's most famous son, while the Teatro Comunale and Luciano Pavarotti's house museum recall its opera heritage. For food, the covered Albinelli Market and Osteria Francescana are the city's best-known addresses.

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Modena Cathedral

Romanesque cathedral begun in 1099, with the stone reliefs of Wiligelmo on its façade. Part of a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Torre della Ghirlandina

The cathedral's bell tower and the symbol of Modena, standing over Piazza Grande. It can be climbed on set days.

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Palazzo Comunale

The town hall on Piazza Grande, with historic rooms open to visitors, including the room that holds the famous stolen bucket of the Secchia Rapita legend.

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Galleria Estense

The art collection of the Este dukes on the top floor of the Palazzo dei Musei, with works by Velázquez, Bernini, Correggio and Tintoretto.

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Enzo Ferrari Museum

Automobile museum dedicated to the life and legacy of Enzo Ferrari, featuring exhibitions on Ferrari cars, engines, and racing history.

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Ducal Palace

Historic Baroque palace built in the 17th century, originally the residence of the Este Dukes and now home to a military academy and museum.

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Mercato Albinelli

Historic covered market opened in 1931, with stalls selling balsamic vinegar, Parmigiano Reggiano, cured meats and fresh pasta.

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Osteria Francescana

Three-Michelin-starred restaurant led by chef Massimo Bottura. It is globally recognized for its contemporary interpretations of traditional Emilia-Romagna ingredients and inventive tasting menus.

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Teatro Comunale Pavarotti-Freni

The city's 19th-century opera house, named after the Modena-born singers Luciano Pavarotti and Mirella Freni.

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Casa Museo Luciano Pavarotti

The final residence of tenor Luciano Pavarotti, now a museum. The house displays his stage costumes, awards, personal memorabilia, and photographs documenting his international operatic career.