Ferrara

Tips for visiting Ferrara

• The historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site, planned as one of the first modern cities in the Renaissance.
• The Castello Estense, a moated castle, stands in the middle of the city.
• Ferrara is known as a city of bicycles, and you can cycle or walk on top of the walls.
• Bologna is about 30 minutes away by train.

Dates, prices and rules change, so check official sites before you travel.

Getting to Ferrara by train

Train is the easiest way to get here. Ferrara is on the Bologna–Venice line. The station is a short walk or bus ride from the centre.

Check times and book on Trenitalia Also Italo (high-speed routes)

Trenitalia is Italy's main train operator and runs regional, intercity and high-speed (Frecciarossa) trains. Italo is a second operator on the main high-speed lines. We do not show live timetables. Times and fares change, so check before you travel.

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