The vibrant Italian city of Ferrara has long been a popular attraction among adventurous tourists. This exciting city is famous for its impressive architecture and dining opportunities, while Ferrara is surrounded by picturesque countryside that is just waiting to be explored.

Impressive architecture

Ferrara’s cathedral is known as the Duomo and boasts a stunning gothic facade, while this stunning building also comes complete with a drawbridge spanning a moat a tall towers. Other buildings of interest include Este castle and Palazzo dei Diamanti.

Peddle power

Renting a bicycle is a great way to explore Ferrara while getting fit and having fun at the same time. Bicycles can be hired at the train station near the Duomo, while a number of local companies also offer bicycle hire. Cycle around the city’s medieval walls and along special cycle paths that run through the surrounding park.

Food

Food lovers will be able to sample a wide range of tasty treats in Ferrara. The city is famous for its pasta and no trip to the city is complete without trying the trademark cappellacci di zucca, which is a dish of round pasta stuffed with pumpkin. This dish can be enjoyed with butter and sage or a rich and creamy meat sauce.