Maranello: Ferrari Museum Entry & 10-Min Simulator
The Simulator Catches You Off Guard
You get skip-the-line entry to the Ferrari Museum, a self-guided tour of the world's most famous cars, and a 10-minute simulator experience in a real cockpit. No queue, no guide, no time pressure — you move through at your own pace and get behind the wheel before you leave. Book with your height confirmed so the simulator is ready when you arrive.
2h–3h
Step-by-step itinerary
Visit Ferrari Museum and Simulator
- Visit Ferrari Museum in Maranello
- Try the Ferrari simulator
The Experience
You walk into the Ferrari Museum in Maranello expecting to stand in front of glass cases for an hour. Instead, you're handed a helmet and told you're about to sit in a cockpit. The simulator doesn't feel like a theme park ride — it's mounted in a real car shell, and the 10 minutes you get behind the wheel is enough to understand why people spend their lives chasing that feeling. The museum itself spreads across the space around you: the 250 GTO that changed everything, the F40 that still looks like it's moving while parked, the cars that won Le Mans and Monaco and Monza. You move through at your own pace, no guide, no schedule, just you and the history of what Maranello has built since 1947.
The skip-the-line ticket means you don't waste the morning in a queue outside — you walk straight in, which matters more than it sounds if you're visiting during peak season. The height requirement (minimum 160cm, maximum 185cm) is the only real constraint, and you need to tell them your height when you book so they can confirm the simulator fit. If you're planning a test drive option later, bring a valid European driving license or International Permit, but the simulator itself needs nothing except to be within that range.
Maranello is a small town in Emilia-Romagna, and the museum sits at its heart — public transport gets you there, or you can drive and park nearby. The whole experience is self-guided, which means you spend as long as you want with each car, skip the ones that don't grab you, and come back to your favorite. After the simulator run, you've got the rest of the day to wander the town or head somewhere else. It's not a full-day commitment, which is why people often pair it with lunch in the region or a drive through the surrounding hills.
What’s included
Your ticket includes skip-the-line entry to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, a self-guided tour of the collection, a 10-minute simulator experience in a real cockpit, and on-site assistance. Everything is included in the price — no additional fees for entry or the simulator.
Operated by Bologna Tour & Best Italy Tour
Is this one for you?Right for anyone who wants to see the cars that built Ferrari's legend without spending the morning in a queue, and who fits the simulator height range (160–185cm). The self-guided format means you move at your own pace, and the 10-minute simulator run is included, so you get behind the wheel without booking a separate test drive.
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Top questions
Do I need a driving license for the simulator?
No. The 10-minute simulator is included for everyone within the height range (160–185cm). A valid European license or International Permit is only required if you book a separate test drive option.
Can I skip the line with this ticket?
Yes. This ticket includes skip-the-line entry to the Ferrari Museum, so you go straight in without waiting at the entrance.
How long does the simulator experience last?
The simulator session is 10 minutes. It's included in your ticket and happens at the museum.
Is the museum wheelchair accessible?
Yes. All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and the museum is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Can I bring children?
Yes. Infants and small children can use a pram or stroller. Children must meet the simulator height requirement (160–185cm) to use that experience.
How do I get to Maranello?
Public transportation options are available nearby. You can also drive — parking is available at or near the museum.
Do I need to book the simulator in advance?
The simulator is included with your ticket. Communicate your height at the time of booking so they can confirm your fit for the experience.
Can service animals enter the museum?
Yes. Service animals are allowed throughout the museum.
Maranello: Ferrari Museum Entry & 10-Min Simulator
2h–3h
from € 79 per person
★★★★★★★★★★4.1119 reviews
