Bologna’s Old Town is a perfect way to start your trip. Full of medieval architecture, stunning piazzas, and mouth-watering cuisine, you will get a glimpse of Northern Italy’s beauty. The first stop is the magnificent Piazza Maggiore, lined with museums and buildings, including the unfinished facade of the San Petronio Basilica. Then, head to the Two Towers, the symbol of the city, to appreciate Bologna’s skyline. Lastly, experience the local food culture by visiting Mercato delle Erbe, an indoor Market with varieties of locally produced food you can enjoy.
Day two begins by exploring Bologna’s historic porticos with a trip up to the San Luca Basilica. The 3.5-mile walk offers fantastic views of Bologna’s terra-cotta roofs and extends out into the hills surrounding. With spectacular frescoes and artwork, the Basilica itself is worth the trip. For the afternoon, take a quick cultural trip to Museo Civico Medievale for a complete view of medieval history in Bologna state.
Last day’s exploration begins early with a 30-minute drive to Maranello, the birthplace of Ferrari. Start the tour by visiting the iconic Ferrari Museum, where you can see the most exceptional displays of the company’s supercars, and in some cases, you can test drive them. To get the experience of the production, the next stop is the detailed walkthrough by taking the Ferrari Factory Tour. To quench the thirst sparked by automotive exposure, Move toward the town of Modena, home of balsamic vinegar. Take the Acetaia di Giorgio tour to see the balsamic vinegar production firsthand and sample different types of vinegar gift shops.
If you have more time, take a cooking class to learn how to create handmade pasta or visit the famous Italian cars at the Lamborghini Museum, located in Sant’Agata Bolognese. If you have a longer honeymoon, add a day trip to Ravenna city to view the stunning mosaic artwork, or visit the beach town of Rimini.
If you have less time, consider dropping into one of the Ferrari experiences, choose either museum or factory, and grab a quick bite to eat around the Piazza Maggiore area.