Showcasing Romanesque and Gothic facades and Baroque features inside, the Basilica Cattedrale di San Giorgio is well worth visiting. Also known as the Ferrara Cathedral, this 12th-century is in the center of Ferrara and home to a museum.

The Castello de Estense, or Este Castle, is an imposing fortress in the heart of Ferrera that dates back to the end of the 14th century. Feel as if you've traveled through time at this landmark, complete with a surrounding moat, drawbridges, and decorated rooms and chambers.

The Monastero di Sant'Antonio in Polesine gets part of its name from its original location on an island in the Po River. Today this peaceful, inhabited monastery near the center of Ferrara is home to mesmerizing ceiling frescoes, courtyards, and the tomb of its founder, Beatrice d'Este.

The Palazzo dei Diamanti gets its name from its unique textured marble facade, carved to look like diamonds. Built at the turn of the 16th century, the building showcases Renaissance architecture. Inside, you'll find the Ferrera's National Gallery of Art or Pinacoteca Nazionale.

This Romanesque palace once served as a retreat for Ferrara's royal Este family and consists of a 14th-century west wing and a 15th-century east wing. Today the Palazzo Schifanoia is a museum that houses a wide range of historical artifacts.

Ferrara's main square is home to a treasure trove of historical landmarks, including the city's Torre dell'Orologio (Clock Tower). Dating back to the Renaissance period, this impressive landmark showcases features from various centuries, including the 19th-century clock face.