Modena Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

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US$8.12 per guest

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

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Location

Modena

Duration

5 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 15 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English, French, Spanish, Italian, German

Other

Wheelchair Accessible, Family-friendly, Pet-friendly

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore Modena at your pace with our self-guided tour! Discover its history and culinary delights through stories and insights crafted by a local. Unearth hidden gems and savor authentic experiences.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Modena, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Modena! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian Aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more! What are you waiting for?

What You Get

Best advices for local restaurant with authentic food

Tips for monuments, history and curiosities

Digital guide to visit the city by yourself

Ghirlandina Ticket (not mandatory): 3€

Pavarotti Theater ticket (not mandatory): 10€

Ducal palace ticket (not mandatory): 10€

Good To Know

You will need a smartphone with internet connection to use the digital guide (details to activate the digital guide will be in your voucher, read it carefully!)
You'll be able to hear the audio through your speakers or, if you have them, through your headphones
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Saint Peter's Church

The abbey was founded in 983 AD by the bishop of Modena, Giovanni da Canossa. It was built on an earlier religious site and quickly became an important spiritual and cultural center. Since its foundation, the abbey has been occupied by Benedictine monks, known for their commitment to prayer, study and manual work.

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Mercato Albinelli

In the first decades of the twentieth century, the Administration commissioned the design of a space dedicated to the food market. The Market is known for the authenticity of the products and the sincerity of the direct relationships with the sellers. Shopping at the Albinelli Market means finding the best Modenese gastronomic tradition, renowned in Italy and around the world. Various cultural events and initiatives are often held.

25 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Piazza Grande - World Heritage Site

Here we are finally in the main square of Modena! Get ready because we will find a lot of “gems” in this place! Modena Cathedral, The Ghirlandina , Ringadora stone and a lot of curiosities are waiting for you here!

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Palazzo Comunale di Modena

The Town Hall of Modena is one of the most significant buildings in the city and is a collection of historic buildings that have been unified over the centuries. Its origins date back to the Middle Ages, when it was built to house the city’s government institutions.

25 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Teatro Comunale Luciano Pavarotti

The Municipal Theater of Modena, built starting in 1841 during the dukedom of Francesco IV, was designed by the architect Francesco Vandelli. After the death of Luciano Pavarotti, the theater was named in his name to honor the memory and exceptional career of the famous tenor from Modena, considered one of the greatest interpreters of opera of the 20th century. Ticket cost: 10€

1 hourAdmission Ticket Not Included

Palazzo Ducale

The Ducal Palace of Modena is considered one of the first examples of Baroque architecture in Europe and represents a seventeenth-century masterpiece. The Palazzo Ducale in Modena currently houses the Military Academy, so it is not usually accessible for independent visits. Access is permitted exclusively via guided tours and upon reservation. Tours are available on Saturdays and Sundays. Ticket cost: 10€

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

Galleria Estense

Built on the site of the ancient Augustinian Convent, the Museum palace building, that hosts the Galleria Estense was built in 1774 by Duke Francesco III d’Este based on a design by Pietro Termanini and originally intended as an Albergo dei Poveri. The Galleria contains a vast collection of works of art accumulated by the Dukes of Este. Ticket cost: 8€

1 hourAdmission Ticket Not Included

Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari

When we talk about cars, we immediately think of Ferrari, one of the most well-known and prestigious brands in the world, a symbol of Made in Italy quality. In honor of Ferrari and its founder Enzo Ferrari, Emilia Romagna has dedicated the Enzo Ferrari Museum (MEF) in Modena. This museum is not just a simple exhibition, but an engaging and exciting experience. Ticket cost: from 27€

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

Start Time

Start Time / Opening Hours

16/08/2024 - 31/07/2027

MONDAY

SUNDAY

00:00 - 23:30

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Saint Peter's Church, Via San Pietro, Modena Provincia di Modena Emilia-Romagna, Italy, IT, 41121

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Unlike the classic routes that start from the main square of the city, we will start by visiting this beautiful church: St. Peter’s Abbey. It was built on an earlier religious site and quickly became an important spiritual and cultural center.

End Point

Enzo Ferrari Museum, Via Paolo Ferrari, Modena Provincia di Modena Emilia-Romagna, Italy, IT, 41121

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We will finish into this beautiful musesum dedicated to the famous "Enzo Ferrari" ! Tickets for the museum are not included.

Cancellation Policy
For experiences with opening hours, the cancellation deadline is 24 hours before the earliest opening time on the scheduled date.
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Reviews

4.4

based on 20 reviews

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Convenient and free

July 05, 2026

Very good, you can follow it at your own pace, no need to meet anyone, just recommend headphones

(TripAdvisor)

AI travel guides are annoying.

June 17, 2026

AI voices are annoying. The language is monotonous, the pronunciation is often incorrect, the translations are literal - and idioms cannot be translated directly.

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Modena walking tour with downloaded audio.

June 14, 2026

It was interesting to download the sites to visit with history of the various places we visited. It was very convenient to do the walk on your own at your own pace and read about the stops. Matte...read more

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Modena in a day

June 03, 2026

"A truly pleasant experience!" Matteo created a clear, interesting, and curiosity-rich audio guide that allowed us to visit Modena completely independently. Well-organized itinerary, perfect for di...read more

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May 10, 2026

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