You can do two Ferrari test drives in one day. This full-day VIP route links Enzo Ferrari’s story in Modena with real cars on real tracks, then caps it with a 1 Michelin-star lunch at Cavallino by chef Massimo Bottura. You get two separate driving experiences plus keepsakes to take home, so the day doesn’t fade the moment you park.

I like two things in particular: first, the day is built like a proper Ferrari fan circuit—Enzo, museums, factory, then driving. Second, the recording handoff is organized. You’ll get your video from the on-track drive (DVD) and your road-drive recording on USB.

One heads-up: this is expensive, and the driving is not casual. Test-drive eligibility depends on age and a valid license, so if you can’t drive, you may feel the price more than you expect.

Key things to know before you book this Ferrari VIP day

• Two test drives, two formats: a track session with a DVD recording, plus a road session with video on USB flash.
• Instructor follow-along: you’re accompanied by a professional instructor during the driving portions.
• Michelin-star lunch is part of the package: Cavallino Restaurant by Massimo Bottura in Maranello.
• You’re in Ferrari country all day: Modena museums and Autodromo di Modena, then Maranello factory and track access.
• Car choice matters for passengers: the road test drive lets another person ride only in Portofino and GTC Lusso.
• Weather can affect scheduling: the experience needs good weather.

From Bologna pickup to a full day in Ferrari country

The day starts at 9:00 am and runs about 8 hours, with a private setup for just your group. You can be picked up at Bologna’s airport (BLQ), Bologna Central Station, or your accommodation in Bologna. At the meeting point, you’ll be identified with a tablet showing your name, then you’ll join an English-speaking guide who stays with you.

Expect a smooth flow: museum time, then track time, then factory and more driving, with lunch in the middle. Even if you’re short on patience for museum crowds, this route works because the driving is the centerpiece, not an optional add-on.

Stop 1: Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari in Modena, where the story starts

You begin at the Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari, a museum built around Enzo Ferrari’s life and motor-sport world. It’s not just placards. You see objects, documents, and photos that trace his path through racing, including his early ties to the Modena Autodrome.

Inside, there’s also an art gallery with temporary exhibitions focused on Ferrari’s career and Modena-based cars, competitions, and the people behind them. You’ll find vintage Ferraris too, and sometimes even non-Ferrari cars designed by Enzo in collaboration with brands like Stanguellini or Maserati.

One detail I’d call out if you like design and symbols: the museum grounds include a futuristic building that imitates a yellow aluminum Ferrari hood. That yellow ties back to Modena and echoes the color connection to Ferrari and the Cavallino (the green/yellow brand story visual language).

Practical note: this stop runs about 1 hour, and the pacing is good—enough time to understand the man, not so long you feel museum fatigue before the cars arrive.

Autodromo di Modena: your 458 or 488 Challenge laps plus a DVD keepsake

Next comes the part most people book for: a guided test drive at Autodromo di Modena. You drive a Ferrari 488 Challenge for 3 laps or a Ferrari 458 Challenge for 4 laps on a winding 2.4 km circuit.

This session is set up like a mini-race day. You start with a small welcome brunch, then get a briefing on the car and how the circuit works. Driving prep comes next, followed by your first lap where you’ll ride with the driver while the host/instructor is side-by-side.

You won’t be guessing what happens during your session. The drive is taped on an internal camera, and you receive the recording on a DVD. You also get a certificate of participation at the end—small, but satisfying when you’re spending a full day on it.

Driving requirements you must meet

This track driving is guided and instructor-led, but you still need to qualify:

• Minimum age: 19
• A driving license valid for 1 year
• For non-EU visitors, it’s better to bring an international driving license or an official translation of your license

If you’re close to the age requirement or your license paperwork is uncertain, plan early. This is the kind of experience that won’t flex for last-minute issues.

Museo Ferrari and the factory bus tour: Maranello’s Ferrari-world loop

After Modena, you shift to Maranello and do a second museum stop: the Museo Ferrari, located about 300 meters from the Ferrari factory. This one focuses on well-known Ferrari cars and competition milestones. You’ll see exhibits tied to the brand’s history, including prizes, trophies, and photos.

The museum experience is arranged in standout halls:

• A rotating hall featuring about 40 prestigious models
• A hall dedicated to Formula One and Cavallino
• The Victory Hall, celebrating Scuderia victories with World Championship cars from 1999 to 2008, plus 110 trophies
• Original helmets from World Champion drivers, including Villeneuve, Berger, Mansell, and Prost (and others mentioned in the collection)

If you care about specific eras, this museum is the best kind of time investment: structured rooms that help you connect cars to championships without turning into a random walk.

From there, you move to the Ferrari Factory segment. You’ll take a bus tour in Maranello to the Fiorano Track and into the factory complex. This part helps you see how the performance story connects to the real industrial side of the brand—less “wishful fan poster,” more “this is where it’s built and tested.”

Ferrari store time and Pit Lane Red Passion road driving

Between museums and driving, the itinerary includes time at the Ferrari Flagship Store in Maranello. The store visit is included for browsing, but admission to the shop isn’t part of a separate ticket cost (and of course, what you buy is on you). If you want Ferrari merchandise, this is your window.

Then you hit Pit Lane Red Passion—your second test drive. This is road driving around Maranello, guided by an instructor and paired with a briefing on how to use the car. Your session includes your recording on a USB flash drive, so you can replay your road run later.

Cars listed for the road drive include:

• Ferrari 812 GTS Superfast
• Ferrari Purosangue
• Ferrari F8 Tributo Spider
• Ferrari 296 GTS
• Ferrari Portofino
• Ferrari GTC Lusso

A key detail for couples or friends: only the road test drives in Ferrari Portofino and Ferrari GTC Lusso allow you to bring another person with you. If being able to share the ride matters, that’s a point to factor in early.

And yes, the Pit Lane portion includes F1 simulators. You’ll get to experience the thrill of driving a Formula 1 car on famous circuits, which is a nice backup plan if track driving already made you greedy for more “car time.”

One review detail you might recognize: some days start with a short drive up the hills in a GTC 4C before the day transitions into museums, lunch, and the track. That kind of prelude won’t replace the formal test-drive portions, but it can add a fun, scenic kick-off.

Cavallino lunch with chef Massimo Bottura: where racing meets Emilia-Romagna comfort

Lunch is at Ristorante Cavallino in Maranello, listed as 1 Michelin star and connected to chef Massimo Bottura. This is also framed as a place Enzo Ferrari loved to stop with guests, friends, and collaborators.

The restaurant experience isn’t only about the food. On weekends, you can even watch the Formula 1 Grand Prix on a screen while you’re there (with wine in front of the screen noted in the experience description). It’s a smart match to this day’s theme: you talk cars all morning, then you eat with the same energy.

You’ll taste Emilia-style cuisine with historical references to racing, drivers, and Ferrari engines. Lunch lasts about 2 hours, which matters because it keeps you from rushing straight from the track mentality into the afternoon factory-and-store grind.

Price and value: what you’re really paying for at $4,172.08

At roughly $4,172.08 per person, this is not a casual day trip. The value is in the stack:

• admissions included for multiple museums
• a factory bus tour to Fiorano and into the factory complex
• two Ferrari driving sessions (track + road), both instructor-led
• recorded keepsakes (DVD and USB)
• a Michelin-star lunch at Cavallino by Massimo Bottura
• an F1 simulator experience mixed into the second driving portion
• private tour handling, including pickup and drop-off

If you’re the kind of person who wants Ferrari as more than a brand logo—if you care about Enzo, championships, and the behind-the-scenes factory story—then the price starts to feel like it covers a full production day, not “a couple museum stops plus a token photo.”

If you’re mainly in it for one thrill moment, you might consider that some of the long museum and factory segments could feel like padding. But for real fans, that context is part of the payoff.

Take-home souvenirs and the little proof that you did the driving

This is where the day earns a lot of “hang it on the wall” energy. The track session is recorded internally and delivered on a DVD. The road drive recording comes on a USB flash drive.

You also get a certificate of participation from the Autodromo di Modena driving. It’s not a trophy, but it’s a concrete reminder that you weren’t just watching Ferrari from behind glass.

Even if you don’t plan to share the videos, you’ll probably rewatch them on the flight home, just to confirm your own memory of how fast a “few laps” can feel.

Should you book this Ferrari VIP day from Bologna?

Book it if: you’re a Ferrari fan who wants the story side (Enzo + museums) and the performance side (two driving sessions), and you meet the test-drive requirements without last-minute paperwork stress.

Skip or reconsider if: you’re driving in doubt because of age/license issues, or you’re visiting more out of curiosity than passion. This day is priced for commitment, not for browsing.

If you do book, treat the test-drive requirements as non-negotiable, and pick dates with good weather. This tour is built on the idea that you’ll be out there in motion, not postponed into a “maybe tomorrow” plan.

FAQ

What time does the Ferrari VIP tour start, and how long is it?

The tour starts at 9:00 am and lasts about 8 hours.

Where can you be picked up for the tour?

You can be picked up at Guglielmo Marconi Airport Bologna (BLQ), Bologna Central Station, or your accommodation in Bologna.

Is this tour private?

Yes. It’s listed as a private tour/activity, meaning only your group participates.

Are two Ferrari test drives included?

Yes. You get a track test drive at Autodromo di Modena and a separate road test drive around Maranello as part of Pit Lane Red Passion.

What driving requirements do I need to meet?

You must be at least 19, and you need a valid driving license that’s valid for 1 year. For non-EU drivers, it’s recommended to have an international driving license or an official translation.

Can another person ride with me on the road test drive?

Only the road test drives in the Ferrari Portofino and Ferrari GTC Lusso allow you to bring another person with you.

Where is lunch, and is it included?

Lunch is at Ristorante Cavallino in Maranello, described as a 1 Michelin star restaurant by chef Massimo Bottura, and lunch is included.

Are museum and factory stops included?

Yes. Museum admissions are included for the Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari and the Museo Ferrari, and the factory part includes the bus tour to Fiorano and the factory complex.

What recordings do I get from the test drives?

The Autodromo di Modena driving is recorded and provided on a DVD. The road test drive includes a recording delivered on a USB flash drive.

What happens if the weather is bad or I need to cancel?

Good weather is required. If the experience is canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. You can cancel for free up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

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