Private tour Maranello & Bologna from Florence: Ferrari Museum entry included

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Guide in English08:00, 08:30 and 09:00

Guide in Spanish08:00, 08:30 and 09:00

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Skip the tour bus: your own driver, two cities, and the Ferrari Museum in one day

Your day includes hotel pickup in a private Mercedes, a two-hour drive to Maranello with Ferrari Museum entry, free time to explore the museum and town, a two-hour drive to Bologna, independent time in Piazza Maggiore and the medieval center, and return transport to Florence. The driver waits at each stop and handles all navigation, so you move between cities without arranging transport or worrying about timing.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Ferrari Museum2h
2. Piazza Maggiore30m

Visit Ferrari Museum and Bologna city

• Pickup from Florence hotel
• Drive to Maranello through Tuscan countryside
• Explore Ferrari Museum and shops
• Optional Ferrari test drive on Fiorani Track
• Drive to Bologna city
• Visit Piazza Maggiore and Basilica di San Petronio
• See Fountain of Neptune and Asinelli Towers
• Enjoy local Emilia Romagna cuisine
• Return to Florence by private driver

The Experience

You land in Florence with an afternoon free, or you're halfway through a longer trip and want something that doesn't feel like a standard day tour. A private driver picks you up from your hotel in a Mercedes and heads north through Tuscan countryside toward Emilia-Romagna: about two hours on the road. The drive itself is the first part of the day: you sit in air conditioning, sip bottled water, and watch the landscape change without having to navigate or find parking.

Maranello arrives after two hours. This is Ferrari's home, the town built around the factory and racing team. Your driver drops you at the Ferrari Museum, where entry is already paid. Inside you move through trophies, engines, and the reconstructed office where Enzo Ferrari worked in 1929. There's also a simulator if you want to feel what the speed would be like. The museum is small enough to see in an hour or two, and the town is threaded with Ferrari shops if you want to browse. When you're ready, not on a schedule, your driver is waiting.

Bologna comes next, a two-hour drive south. This is the part most Florence-to-Rome tourists skip, which is exactly why it matters. Piazza Maggiore sits at the center: the Basilica di San Petronio on one side, Giambologna's Fountain of Neptune on another, medieval towers rising above the arcaded streets. You have free time here, which means you can wander the historic center at your own pace, climb the Asinelli Towers if you want height and views, or sit down for the food this region is known for: tortellini, tagliatelle, mortadella, Parmigiano Reggiano. Your driver stays nearby and doesn't rush you. When you're done, the drive back to Florence takes another two hours, and you spend it in the back seat while someone else handles the road.

The whole day is structured around independent exploration, not a guide talking at you. You get to decide how long to stay in each place, whether to eat, what to photograph. The Mercedes has WiFi, so you can check messages or look up what you're seeing. The driver provides commentary if you want it, but the day belongs to you.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in central Florence.
• private Mercedes with air conditioning, USB chargers, bottled water and WiFi.
• professional driver with commentary.
• Ferrari Museum entrance ticket.
• independent sightseeing time in Maranello and Bologna.
• dedicated office support before, during and after the tour.

Days and timesDaily · 08:00, 08:30 and 09:00

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Ciao Florence Tours Srl

Is this one for you?This works well if you want to see two cities in one day without arranging separate transport, museum tickets or timing yourself: the private driver and included entry mean you skip the logistics and spend your time actually exploring instead of planning.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

How long is the drive from Florence to Maranello?

About two hours through Tuscan countryside into Emilia-Romagna.

Is Ferrari Museum entry included?

Yes, entrance is included. The museum has exhibits, trophies, cars, and a simulator you can use for an extra fee.

What's included in the Mercedes?

Air conditioning, USB chargers, bottled water, and WiFi on board.

Can you do a Ferrari test drive?

Yes, but it's optional and costs extra. You'd drive the Fiorani Track with a Ferrari expert.

How many people can book this tour?

Up to 8 people per booking.

What if you have a young child?

Infants can sit on an adult's lap or in a specialized infant seat. Strollers are fine too.

Is there a guide on the tour?

No guide. You have a professional driver who provides commentary and handles transport. Exploration in Maranello and Bologna is independent.