What to do in Maranello
We assure you that you will never get bored in Maranello! Once in town you can explore, taste, visit and drive, and we, at Hotel Maranello Village, will give you some tips on what to do in Maranello.
Ferrari Test Drive
You arrive into town and you hear a roar of a Testarossa car, what do you do next? Wouldn’t you crave to experience the thrill of a ride? In Maranello it is possible! There are many car rentals that will let you climb in a shiny Ferrari and dart into the streets or on track, to make you feel an emotion that many have called just "indescribable." The tours last from 10 to 90 minutes and the price starts from 140 € approx.
Visit the Ferrari Museum
Fans of the prancing horse come from all over the world to visit the Ferrari museum, where you can see the historical and contemporary models of the Italian stabas well as trophies, cups and equipment of the most famous drivers who drove the red racing cars.
Close to the museum you can observe from the outside the famous Galleria del Vento designed by Renzo Piano and inaugurated in 1997. This tunnel, closed to the public, is used to test cars on a conveyor belt synchronized with the wind speed.
The museum is a full immersion into the world of the most prestigious Italian stable, and the tour can continue to the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena, a few minutes drive from Maranello.
Modena balsamic vinegar tasting in the typical "acetaie"
Modena Balsamic Vinegar is a product that has been around for over a century and is known worldwide for its unique flavor. It is chosen by top international chefs and is more and more present in the most prestigious restaurants.
This superfine taste is the result of an antique procedure that uses the must of Trebbiano grapes, cooked, fermented naturally and aged for at least 12 years in packs made with casks of different woods prescribed by tradition.
For this reason in the Maranello area there are many "acetaie" which are the manufacturers of balsamic vinegar, where you can taste the finest vinegars and local products.
Shopping for the city
The streets of Maranello are full of shops and boutiques, often colored in shades of Ferrari’s bright red. You will find many souvenirs that will thrill your friends and relatives who have a passion for the Prancing Horse. Around the city you can also find Segway rentals that will make your experience even more fun and less tiring.
Visit Modena
The beautiful city of Modena is only a few minutes drive away. Walking through the old city center you will see many sumptuous palaces, like the famous Palazzo Ducale, ancient Romanesque and Baroque churces, and glimpses of extraordinary beauty that are worth the trip. Many Modena monuments like the Duomo were even included among the UNESCO World Heritage!
Modena is also the town of good food and fine cuisine. Do not miss the opportunity to have lunch or a tasting with typical products such as balsamic vinegar, Parmesan cheese, lambrusco, tortellini, zampone, cotechino and more.