Ferrara
Italy · Emilia-RomagnaIT
Comune in Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Ferrara is a city and comune (municipality) in the Emilia-Romagna region of Northern Italy, and the capital of the Province of Ferrara. As of 2016, it had 132,009 inhabitants. It is situated 44 kilometres northeast of Bologna, on the Po di Volano, a branch channel of the main stream of the Po River, located 5 km north. The town has broad streets and numerous palaces dating from the Renaissance, when it hosted the court of the House of Este. For its beauty and cultural importance, it has been designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 129,340
- Coordinates
- 44.838, 11.621
- Timezone
- Europe/Rome
- Elevation
- 9 m
Overview of Ferrara
In Emilia-Romagna, Italy, Ferrara stands out as a medium-sized town. The headcount is close to 129,340. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Travel interests covered here include nature, adventure and culture.
Things to do in Ferrara
Nature in Ferrara
(2)Under nature, Ferrara is tagged with Rivers and Valleys. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Ferrara.
Adventure in Ferrara
(1)The adventure shortlist for Ferrara: Boat Rides. It is a direct read of Ferrara's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Culture in Ferrara
(1)On the culture side, Ferrara offers Castles. Everything listed here comes from what Ferrara is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nightlife in Ferrara
(1)On the nightlife side, Ferrara offers Wine Bars. It is a direct read of Ferrara's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Ferrara
For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September. Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Ferrara still delivers.
Getting there & around
Public transport from Emilia-Romagna reaches Ferrara without much detour. Ferrara runs on Europe/Rome time.
Similar destinations
Places near Ferrara that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ferrara known for?
- In Emilia-Romagna, Italy, Ferrara stands out for nature, adventure and culture. That mix defines the typical visit to this 129,340-strong destination.
- What can you do in Ferrara?
- Options in Ferrara run to Rivers, Valleys, Boat Rides, Castles and Wine Bars — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Ferrara?
- For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September. Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Ferrara still delivers.
- Where is Ferrara located?
- You will find Ferrara in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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