Old Town Modena Travel Guide
Modena
Visit Old Town Modena
Popular places to visit
Modena Cathedral
Learn about the local history of Modena with a stop at Modena Cathedral. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.
Museo Enzo Ferrari
Indulge your need for speed at this tremendous monument to Modena’s original racing champion and automotive pioneer in two engaging museum houses.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Old Town Modena
Phi Hotel Canalgrande
Hotel Estense
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
Hotel Principe
Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel
Hotel Cervetta 5
Best Western Hotel Liberta
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 Modena Cathedral.
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 Fanano and PalaPanini.
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.