Modena Culture & history

During your trip to Maranello discover the museum that is home to one of the most prestigious brands in the world, Ferrari. If you are passionate about engines, or simply want to discover the gold-standard of Italian excellence, be sure to take this exciting opportunity in the 'land of reds'. The Ferrari Museum is an exciting exhibition of the past, present and future of the Prancing Horse. During your visit you can experience both the permanent and temporary exhibitions that take place. You can also experience the evocative Hall of Victories in which the Ferrari World Champions from 1999 to today are exhibited.

Get a 2-in-1 combo ticket to visit the Maranello Ferrari Museum and the Modena Ferrari Museum. Explore the exhibitions of past and present in Maranello, then head 20km and discover Enzo Ferrari himself, in the museum in Modena. Begin with entry into the Maranello Museum, where your time of entry to Modena will be shared. Discover the special peculiarity of Maranello, that it is the home of Ferrari, one of the most prestigious car brands in the world. Get passionate about engines, and discover Italian excellence more closely among the Land of the Reds. Walk through the exhibition of the Prancing Horse, divided into two parts: one permanent and one temporary. Wander the Hall of Victories and learn of World Champions from 1999 to today. Travel 20km from Maranello to a futuristic building in the shape of a huge yellow car hood. Sheild your eyes from the bright and vibrant color that starkly contrasts its surrounding environment. Inside, there is a huge hall in which various temporary exhibitions are set up, and a small cinema where two rotating films dedicated to the life and history of Enzo Ferrari are projected. The museum is divided into five sectors: low fractionation engines, from 1 to 6 cylinders, that of the classic 12 cylinders, that of 8, turbos, and, finally, that of Formula 1. The path continues in the building in front of a huge pavilion, or into the workshop where Enzo's father worked, now perfectly restored. In addition, the Museum houses a shop that offers a wide range of official products and a bookstore that collects the most important Ferrari publications.

Enrich your visit to Maranello with a combo tour of the Ferrari Museum, and factory, and take an exclusive panoramic shuttle tour inside the Fiorano track and along Viale Enzo Ferrari in Fabbrica. Follow your guide and discover the characteristics and contents of the Ferrari circuit, where racing and road cars have been tested since 1972, and of the Ferrari Citadel. Walk through the exhibition of the Prancing Horse, divided into two parts: one permanent and one temporary.  See the factory before heading to the Fiorano track to experience, which is used to carry out private tests, and take a bus while listening to the secrets and facts that the guide reveals.

During your time in Modena, walk the grounds of one of the city's most impressive buildings with this entrance ticket to the Enzo Ferrari Museum. Immerse yourself in an experience dedicated to enhancing the motoring tradition in Modena and learn about Ferrari's fascinating origins as one of the greatest names in automobile history. Upon arrival at the museum you will immediately marvel at the futuristic facade of the building, shaped like a huge yellow hood. As you enter, immerse yourself in the enormous hall that houses various exhibitions that will allow you to learn the history of Ferrari and its founder, Enzo. Whilst inside, take a trip to both of the small cinemas where you can watch two rotating films about the life and history of Enzo Ferrari. These entertaining and educational films will give you insight into Enzo's life and the life of the brand to date. Pay a visit to Enzo's father's workshop, now perfectly restored by the Museum of Ferrari Motors. Visit any of the 5 sectors dedicated to low fractionation engines, 1-6 cylinders, 8 cylinders, classic 12 cylinders, turbos, and Formula 1. To finish off your Ferrari experience, stop by the museum store that offers a wide range of official products and a bookstore that sells the most important Ferrari publications.

From today it is easier to reach the Ferrari Museums, even if you are traveling by train. There is a connection service between Ferrari Museums in Maranello, at fixed times, with a departure from: Modena Railway Station (Bus Station: "Pensilina" n°4) to Ferrari Musem in Maranello (Via Alfredo Dino Ferrari, 43, Maranello) Departure Trip: From Modena Railway Station (Bus Stop n°4) to Ferrari Musem in Maranello (Via Alfredo Dino Ferrari, 43, Maranello) : at 10:40 and at 15:20 Return trip: from Ferrari Musem in Maranello (Via Alfredo Dino Ferrari, 43, Maranello) to Modena Railway Station (Bus Stop n°4) : at 14:45 and at 18:00

Discover balsamic vinegar the king of condiments, full of secrets and traditions that are handed down generation to generation. You will have the option to follow Claudio or grandfather Franco, inside the acetaia, to discover its origin and history. Before making the visit Claudio, the owner, tells the story of his family between fast cars and slow food, his mother grew up in the countryside by farmer parents who only had a battery of Balsamic vinegar which was inherited by the grandfather upon his grandfather's death. Uncle, so when the mother got married she asked the father to start a new battery for the children.. in the meantime the father made a career in Ferrari and then in Lamborghini dedicating his whole life to engines without forgetting to take care of the Aceto is now 82 years old and continues to take care of himself. in fact he increased this passion by working harder than before. From our 10 hectares of vineyards, including 5 of trebbiano modenese, we select the best grapes for the production of our balsamic vinegar. After cooking it is moved inside the barrels of each battery, where it remains to age for many years until it reaches the smallest barrel and from there it is then bottled. It is a product that requires a lot of patience. In addition to traditional balsamic vinegar, for some years now we have also been producing PGI certified balsamic vinegar with less aging but at the same time highly appreciated for its versatility and taste similar to the traditional one. Claudio then developed other condiments to try to create products very similar to traditional balsamic but which required less aging. If you want to discover the true shades , the real differences between traditional and commercial Baslamic, come and visit us.

Welcome to Acetaia Gambigliani Zoccoli, one of the few remaining vinegar factories that produce only and exclusively Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO. Our tour includes a guided visit to the Antica Acetaia, where our vinegar barrels are stored, followed by a tasting of our beloved product and a rich assortment of local delicacies to pair it with. You will be welcomed by Mario and Giorgio Gambigliani Zoccoli, who will tell you all there is to know about the family history, the factory, Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO and its production. The tour continues with a visit to the Acetaia located in the attic of the Villa, where we store our precious barrels. At this point you will be ready for the rich tasting of Traditional Vinegar paired with some delicacies that have made Emilia-Romagna famous all over the world. Menu: • 3 types of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese (18 months, 24 months and over 30 months of aging) • 2 types of ricotta (from cow and sheep milk) • 2 types of omelette with vegetables (zucchini; peppers and onion) • 3 types of baked focaccia bread (with oil, cheese and mushrooms, cheese and ham) • 8 types of cured meats (Prosciutto Crudo di Parma D.O.P., Mortadella di Bologna, salami, ciccioli, coppa, pancetta, coppa di testa, lardo) • Risotto with Parmigiano Reggiano cheese • Two types of desserts (ricotta cake and cheesecake) • Coffee • Homemade liquors (Limoncello and Nocino)

Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma & Balsamic Vinegar Experience Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey through Parma’s finest products—Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma, and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar. Begin with a visit to a family-owned Parmigiano Reggiano producer, where you’ll learn about the origins of this iconic cheese and the traditional methods used to create it. Taste the complex, nutty flavors of this legendary cheese, which has been crafted in the Zona Tipica of Parma, Reggio Emilia, Modena, and parts of Bologna and Mantova for over 900 years. Next, visit a family-run prosciuttificio to discover the art of producing Prosciutto di Parma. Hear the history of this world-famous ham, watch the careful selection of the finest meats, and explore the salting machinery and aging chambers. Learn about the “spillatura” process and how only the best hams are branded with the prestigious "Crown of Parma." Enjoy a tasting of Prosciutto di Parma, paired with a glass of local wine, to savor its delicate flavors. Finally, delve into the world of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar. Visit a family-owned producer in Modena and discover the intricate process of aging balsamic vinegar in wooden barrels. After the tour, enjoy a tasting of 12-year-old and 25-year-old Traditional Balsamic Vinegar, along with other balsamic condiments, and appreciate the depth of flavors that have made this product a hidden gem of the region.

Welcome to Acetaia Gambigliani Zoccoli, one of the few remaining vinegar factories that produce ONLY and EXCLUSIVELY Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO. Our guided tour includes a guided visit to the Ancient Acetaia in the historic family villa, followed by a tasting of our two products: Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO (minimum 12 years of aging) and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO Extra Old (minimum 25 years of aging). The visit follows the ensuing program: • Firstly, you will be welcomed by Mario and Giorgio Gambigliani Zoccoli, who will introduce you to the history of the family and the factory, and explain everything there is to know regarding the production and features of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO; • Secondly, you will visit the Acetaia (vinegar cellar), located in the attic of the family Villa; • Then, you will get the chance to taste our two products: Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO (minimum 12 years of aging) and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO Extra Old (minimum 25 years of aging). After the tasting a wide arrange of local delicacies will be served to be paired with our vinegar, such as ricotta and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, focaccia, omelettes and more. To meet the needs of our visitors, we also offer the possibility to purchase our vinegar directly at the villa or have it shipped to their home address.

At the arrival I will offer you a welcome coffee break (cappuccino and sweet and savory cake), and I will give you a lab coat for access to the production area. We’ll go into the cheese factory during milk processing and we'll witness the cooking and making of cheese wheels. We’ll see then the process of salting and maturing up to enter the huge “caveau”, where thousands of cheese wheels are guarded and laid out in long rows in the silent maturation rooms and where the scent of cheese will smell so nice and exciting that we won’t be able to resist till the final tasting of cheese and local typical products. We’ll see where the cows are bred and where they are milked. We'll pet the calves of 1 day, because almost every day one is born. l'll bring you inside our Balsamic vinegar factory with 400-year-old barrels. The final tasting includes 3 cheese maturation 12/24/36 months, 1 glass of Lambrusco wine, parma ham, salami, tasting of 8/15/30-year-old balsamic vinegar, and balsamic vinegar with vanilla ice cream.