Ferrara, Italy

Ferrara

A moated castle and Renaissance streets made for cycling.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Ferrara

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the moated Este Castle and its prisons and painted ceilings.
  2. AfternoonRent a bike and ride the 9-kilometre tree-lined walls around the city.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the medieval Via delle Volte, a covered street of arches.

Day 2

Cycle into the Po Delta lagoons, or visit the Palazzo dei Diamanti.

What to eat

Cappellacci di zucca, pumpkin pasta, and coppia ferrarese, twisted bread.

Local tips

Make the most of Ferrara

Beat the crowds

Ferrara is quiet and calm.

Best photo spot

The moated Este Castle in the centre of the city.

Getting there

Trains from Bologna take about 30 minutes.

Don't miss nearby

The Po Delta, with lagoons and birdlife.

Good to know

Ferrara is a city of bikes; cycling the walls is lovely.

Plan your visit

Getting to Ferrara

Getting there

  • Bologna Airport (BLQ)45 km away
  • Verona Airport (VRN)85 km away
  • Bologna45 km away
  • Ravenna65 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryItaly

Questions

Ferrara: good to know

Is Ferrara worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A moated castle and Renaissance streets made for cycling.

How many days do you need in Ferrara?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Ferrara?

You can visit all year. Ferrara is quiet and calm.

How do you get to Ferrara?

The nearest airport is Bologna Airport (BLQ), about 45 km away. Trains from Bologna take about 30 minutes.

What is there to see near Ferrara?

Nearby hidden places include Bologna (44 km), Ravenna (66 km) and Padua (66 km).

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