A local guide will take you on a walking tour to discover the art, history, and notable sites in Modena’s historical center.
The tower is open to visitors only through reservation of an entry time.
Construction of the Ducal Palace began in 1634 on the basis of designs by the Roman architect Bartolomeo Avanzini. The Ducal Palace was the home of the Este Court for more than two centuries until the last Duke, Francesco V Duke of Modena and Archduke of Austria-Este (1847-1859). The Palace today is the headquarters of Modena’s prestigious Military Academy.
The Luciano Pavarotti House and Museum offers visitors the opportunity to discover the memories of the Maestro in the warmth and intimacy of the rooms where he lived and worked. Visitors can remember him through his personal belongings and experience his daily life through costumes, photographs, and videos that showcase his artistic achievements, numerous awards, and mementos from his more-than-forty-year career in opera houses worldwide.
