Bologna: Ferrari, Lamborghini & Pagani Factory Day Tour

Summary

Italy’s supercar icons up close with factory tours lunch & stories

You’ll ride out from Bologna with pickup included, step inside Ferrari’s trophy-filled halls in Maranello, watch Lamborghinis take shape on the factory floor in Sant’Agata Bolognese, and see Pagani’s wild creations up close—plus enjoy a proper Italian lunch along the way. Expect moments of awe (and maybe some goosebumps) as you meet Italy’s supercar legends face-to-face.

What’s the experience like?

So, we’re standing outside the Ferrari Museum in Maranello and I can smell engine oil — not in a bad way, just that faint tang you get near working garages. Our guide, Marco, waves us over. “This way, ragazzi!” He’s got that quick Italian smile and this habit of tapping his pen against his notebook when he gets excited about something. Inside, there’s this weird hush — like everyone’s holding their breath around the old F1 cars. The Victory Hall is lined with trophies and helmets; I caught myself grinning at Prost’s nameplate. Didn’t expect to feel so giddy about a bunch of helmets, honestly. If you want to do a test drive or try the simulator (I didn’t but kind of wish I had), they’ll set it up for you if you ask ahead.

The drive out to Sant’Agata Bolognese is mostly flat fields and low sunlight flickering through the van windows. At Lamborghini, the whole place smells faintly metallic and new — almost sterile, but then someone laughs loudly in Italian from behind a workbench and it feels more human again. We walked past the Urus production line (the SUV is bigger than I thought), and our guide pointed out how each car gets assembled by hand. There was a Miura S in the museum — yellow paint so bright it looked fake under those lights. I tried to say “Countach” properly; Li laughed at my accent.

Pagani was quieter somehow — maybe because it’s smaller or maybe because everyone seemed focused on these wild carbon-fiber sculptures that don’t even look real until you’re close enough to touch them (don’t touch them). The Huayra has these butterfly doors that made me feel like a kid again for a second. Our group went silent for a moment just watching one being polished. Lunch was somewhere nearby — tagliatelle with ragù and bread that tasted like someone’s grandma made it. Nobody rushed us.

I still think about that moment in the Pagani workshop when everything went quiet except for one guy humming softly while he worked on an engine part. It wasn’t what I expected from a “supercar tour” — there was this real sense of pride everywhere we went, not just flashiness. So yeah, if you’re into cars or even just curious about what makes Italians so passionate about them, this day trip from Bologna is worth it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit Ferrari, Lamborghini, and Pagani

• Visit Ferrari Museum in Maranello
• Optional Ferrari test drive or simulator
• Visit Lamborghini Factory and Museum
• Optional Lamborghini test drive or simulator
• Visit Pagani Factory and Museum
• Enjoy typical Italian lunch

Top questions

How long does the Ferrari Lamborghini Pagani tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 8 hours including transfers from Bologna.

Is hotel pickup included for this day trip from Bologna?

Yes, pickup is available at Bologna Central Station, airport, or your accommodation.

Can I drive a Ferrari or Lamborghini during the tour?

You can book a test drive or simulator experience for an extra fee if arranged in advance.

Are meals included on this supercar factory tour?

Yes, lunch with typical Italian flavors is included during the tour.

Which museums and factories are visited on this day trip?

The tour visits Ferrari Museum in Maranello, Lamborghini Factory & Museum in Sant’Agata Bolognese, and Pagani Factory & Museum.

Is there an English-speaking guide throughout?

A tour leader accompanies you throughout; English guides are present inside each factory/museum.

Are infants or small children allowed on this tour?

Yes, infants can join; prams/strollers and infant seats are available upon request.

Do I need to book test drives or simulators ahead of time?

Yes, let them know well in advance if you want to drive or use simulators since spots fill up fast.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup from your hotel or central locations in Bologna, entry to Ferrari Museum in Maranello plus guided visits at both Lamborghini Factory & Museum and Pagani Factory & Museum (with English-speaking guides inside), all transfers by modern minivan or bus, shared group experience throughout—and a leisurely Italian lunch before heading back in the evening.