Modena Walking Guide: From Duomo to Mercato Albinelli
A 2-hour self-guided walk through Modena's historic heart, starting from Martin's Home (3 min to Duomo). **Stop 1 — Piazza Grande**: UNESCO square, Romanesque Duomo (dating 1099), climb Torre Ghirlandina for rooftop views (200 steps, €3). **Stop 2 — Palazzo Ducale**: 17th-century baroque palace; free exterior viewing. **Stop 3 — Mercato Albinelli** (10 min walk): centuries-old covered market; taste prosciutto, tortellini, and balsamic vinegar with vendors. **Stop 4 — Palazzo dei Musei**: Galleria Estense houses Renaissance masterpieces by Velázquez and Correggio (€4 entry). **Stop 5 — Via Emilia Est**: medieval arcades, gelato, coffee. Route is flat, pedestrian-friendly, and reward-filled. Download offline maps; wear comfortable shoes.
Modena Walking Guide: From Duomo to Mercato Albinelli
A 2-hour self-guided walk through Modena's historic heart...
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