How to get to Ferrara: trains, planes, cars and buses
Complete guide to reaching Ferrara by train, plane, car and bus. Railway station, Bologna airport, motorways and cycling in the Este city.
Travel guide to Ferrara
Everything you need to visit Ferrara: accommodation, itineraries, food and transport.
Practical guides
What to see in Ferrara in 2 days: itinerary through the Este Castle and Renaissance walls
Guide on what to see in Ferrara in 2 days: the Este Castle, the Romanesque-Gothic Cathedral, Palazzo dei Diamanti, the Renaissance walls by bicycle and the Jewish ghetto.
Where to stay in Ferrara: neighborhoods, accommodation and practical tips
Complete guide on where to stay in Ferrara: from the Este center to the medieval quarter, B&Bs in Renaissance palaces, agriturismi in the Po Delta and tips for every budget.
Where to eat in Ferrara: best restaurants, trattorias and Este cuisine guide
Discover where to eat in Ferrara: from pumpkin cappellacci to salama da sugo, the complete guide to Este cuisine among historic osterias and bread shops.
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