A journey into the most enigmatic heart of medieval and Este-era Ferrara, where stones, symbols and ancient knowledge still seem to speak to those who know how to observe. From the mysteries carved into the cathedral to the traces left by astrologers, philosophers, magicians, and restless thinkers, the route reveals a lesser-known city suspended between science, faith, and the occult.

We will pass through places linked to the Ferrara of Copernicus, Paracelsus, Ludovico Ariosto, and the mysterious Magician Chiozzino, following clues, stories, and suggestions that intertwine alchemy, magic, astrology, and power.

A curious and thrilling itinerary among hidden symbols, forbidden knowledge, and court legends, to discover a secret Ferrara, where the boundary between knowledge and mystery becomes very thin.

Meeting point: In front of the Cathedral entrance, Piazza della Cattedrale, 44121 Ferrara FE, Italy

Tour duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

All our guided visits are conducted by licensed tour guides

Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the tour. The tours start with the utmost punctuality.