Old Town Modena Travel Guide
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Visit Old Town Modena
Popular places to visit

Modena Cathedral
Modena Cathedral 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.
University of Modena and Reggio Emilia
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.
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.
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.
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.
Torre della Ghirlandina
Learn about the local history of Modena with a stop at Torre della Ghirlandina. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.
Things to do

Bologna Modena with Lamborghini and Ferrari Museums entry tickets

Modena Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour

Combo Ferrari Museums with Transfers from Modena

Bus Transfer from Modena and Ferrari Museum Maranello Ticket

Maranello Ingresso Museo Ferrari e Simulatore F1 Professionale

Modena: Balsamic Vinegar Cellar Tour, Tasting & Food Pairing
Top hotels in Old Town Modena

Hotel Estense
Nice property with a few glitches. Our top floor room got sauna-level warm without the heat being turned on because of heating system flaw that required us to keep the windows open. Our door latch handle kept dropping off onto the carpet. Fresh orange juice for breakfast! B-grade breakfast pastries. ...
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Phi Hotel Canalgrande
This room was reserved for our niece, who decided to stay an extra night. The hotel staff were very kind, and found a suitable room right away. She said that her room was very comfortable, and very much enjoyed the breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Europa
Located close to the old town with lots of bars and restaurants nearby.
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel
Wonderful staff. Tasty food for breakfast, plus room service. Great location.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Hotel Cervetta 5
Great staff, clean room and imposible better location
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

VittorioVeneto25
Room was incredibly clean, and the owner was very kind, friendly, and helpful!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Modena

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 Ducal Palace.

Crocetta-San Lazzaro-Modena Est
Crocetta-San Lazzaro-Modena Est is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like PalaPanini and Fanano.

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.

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 Fanano.

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.

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