Emilia Romagna Uncovered: Art Cities, Hilltop Castles & Culinary Delights
All over Italy, each region has its foods that it is famous for. But, if you tell an Italian that you’re going to Emilia Romagna, they will tell you that this is where they go in Italy to eat well! Think Prosciutto di Parma, Tagliatelle alla Bolognese and Balsamic Vinegar from Modena. This being said, the Emilia Romagna offers countless other charms…from the unparalleled mosaics of Ravenna to the frescoes in the Duomo of Parma, stunning hilltop castles, the majesty of the Apennine Mountains, and porticoed center of Bologna.
Ravenna’s Breathtaking Mosaics
Ferrara: Engaging Explorations on Foot or by Bike
Classic Beach Towns and Coastal Waterways of the Adriatic
Memorable Explorations in Romagna
Emilia Romagna & Parma: Into the Spectacular Apennines
Parma’s Legendary Art and Food
Fast Cars and Liquid Gold in Modena
The Magnificent Historic Center of Bologna
Wander the warren of the historic streets of Bologna, where some of the best food delights in the region can be found, as well as the oldest university in the western world.
A splendid walk leads 4 km from the city center to the magnificent Santuario della Madonna di San Luca.
Taste the “liquid gold” of balsamic vinegar in Modena, home to one of the country’s most beautiful cathedrals, Duomo di San Geminiano.
Push yourself to the limits with nearby a Ferrari or Maserati test drive.
Stroll the streets of Parma, one of the great art cities of Europe – arguably more dedicated to music and theater than any other town of its size.
A must do treat while in Parma is to take a food tour, either in town or into the countryside, to see the production of Parma’s amazing parmesan and prosciutto.
Stay at one of Emilia Romagna’s many agriturismi for hikes in the Apennines and explorations of the plentiful castles in the region.
Head toward the Adriatic and meander the numerous hill towns to be found as you near the coast.
Bicycle enthusiasts will be charmed by Ferrara, known as having one of the most bike friendly historic centers within its well-preserved walls.
Be dazzled by the unparalleled ancient mosaics of Ravenna, where the craft has been perfected!
Why not try your hand at mosaic making with a class led by Ravenna’s experts?
Classic beach towns of the Adriatic abound for those who want to experience partying with the Italians.
For something a bit more tranquil, nature lovers will swoon at the wetlands and birding opportunities at the Po Delta Park.