Top Experiences in Este Castle (Castello Estense)

Ferrara can be considered an ideal city, its layout is the result of meticulous urban planning, completed and implemented in 1492, this town is indeed the realization of the humanist concept of the ideal city and the only planned Renaissance town to have been completed.

Given this premise you surely cannot miss to take your family on this tour of the most important monuments and palaces to learn about their history and explore the city.

During our 2.5 hours kid-friendly walking tour our knowledgeable guide will illustrate the story of Ferrara making it come alive and keep all the participants involved with quizzes, trivia and interesting commentaries.

You will not only see beautiful monuments such as the Estense castle, the Town Hall, the Palazzo dei Diamanti, you will perceive the feelings that still permeate these buildings full of history and stories while playing interactive activities with your kids.

This will be an amazing adventure to live with your children and family!

During this 2.5 hours private walking tour we will admire all the amazing outdoor monuments of Ferrara, the night lights add a warm and fascinating energy to the richly decorated façade of the St George cathedral, the elegant Town Hall palaces.

Our knowledgeable tour guide will lead you at the discovery of the narrow streets of the former Jewish Ghetto, crossing the appealing Via delle Volte, ancient medieval center of the city, with its arches, century-old bricks and churches; end-ing at the Estense castle, an incredible example of a perfectly preserved castle with its intact moat.

A night tour is the perfect option to admire Ferrara free of crowds and traffic, the splendid monuments of this charming town become even more striking when lit up.

Climb aboard for a private hot air balloon flight over Italy’s beautiful Emilia-Romagna region. Float over rolling hillsides and valleys dotted with vineyards and medieval castles, including Castello Estense of Ferrara, and toast the experience with a glass of sparkling wine after landing. Round-trip transport from Bologna to the launch field is included, and the balloon can accommodate groups of up to five people plus the pilot.

A private night tour is the perfect option to enjoy Ferrara free of crowds and traffic, the splendid monuments of this charming town become even more striking when lit up. A knowledgeable tour guide will lead you at the discovery of the narrow streets of the former Jewish Ghetto, crossing the appealing Via delle Volte, ancient medieval center of the city, with its arches, century-old bricks and churches.
On this outdoor night touryou will see the main highlights of Ferrara, ending at the Estense castle, the main symbol of the city.

Explore Ferrara on this private walking tour and discover its must-see attractions

Guided walking tour led by a licensed private tour guide

Discover this hidden Italian gem and the reason why Ferrara is called the first modern city in Europe

Ferrara has retained its urban fabric virtually intact, discover how houses and town plannings were built and planned in rennaisance and medieval time.

Customize your tour to suit your own interests

• 3-hour Segway tour lead by an expert local guide
• See top Ferrara attractions including: the XXIV May Square, the Estense Castle, the Crema Palace, the little S. Anna square, the unique courtyard of the Municipal Theatre, in the little Municipal square, the famous "staircase" of the ancient Ducal Palace, the Gothic Cathedral
• Hear tales of colorful history from a knowledgeable guide
• Enjoy a Segway sightseeing tour that’s suitable for all fitness levels
• Small-group tour with a maximum of eight people ensures a personalized experience

Enjoy this 3 hours city center private walking tour with a local guide. This tour is a great way to visit Ferrara and learn about its history.

You will have the opportunity  to see the Estense Castle, Cathedral of St. Geroge, Certosa Complex, Diamond Palace...and  much more!

You will experience great culture! Enjoy a fun, informative and relaxing tour with our local guide!

The three centuries of Este domination, when the court of Ferrara was among the most refined and cultured in Europe, without erasing the medieval Romanesque-Gothic grandeur, have left a profound humanistic imprint on the city. You will walk among wonderfully frescoed churches, castles and palaces.

Ferrara, the capital of bicycles, is a city suspended in time, where the tourist will have the sensation of traveling between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance while remaining surrounded by greenery.
To spend a sensational experience, however, it must be visited entirely.
To fully enjoy it in a reasonable time, the best way is to use an E-Bike, the pedal assisted electric bike that allows quick and comfortable travel, without giving up curious stops at the points of greatest interest, souvenir photos and breathtaking views of the points " wow "!
With the E-Bike Travel guided tour you can experience the real atmosphere of Ferrara while having fun outdoors just like its citizens!

Ferrara has been nominated among the UNESCO World Heritage sites for the richness and unspoiled beauty of its historical centre.

City of art, it has been ruled for centuries by the aristocratic family Este, who influenced the architectural style of the town balancing and melting together elements from the Medieval Age with the Renaissance ones.
All around Europe it is recognized as a “modern city with a real Renaissance character”.

You will enjoy the exclusive attention of a private guide and you will discover the main landmarks of the city, such as piazza Trento e Triest.

Enter inside the magnificent Estense Castle and discover the history of the city.

Wear your comfortable shoes and get ready to live with us a unique experience between art, curiosities and history!

For years, every Sunday, in our house, all our friends have gathered to be together. I would like to offer our guests, through the kitchen, the same warmth and conviviality of every Sunday, which only gathering in front of a table can create.