STEM School Trip to Bologna

The region of Emilia Romagna is the third richest industrial region in Italy it is also home to premium car and bike production. At the Ferrari Museum in Maranello students can learn about the success of the brand of the prancing horse and see the most extensive collection of Ferrari motor cars in the world. There is a chance to get a virtual racing experience in the cock-pit of a semi-professional Formula 1 simulator.

Embark on a guided shuttle bus tour through the Ferrari factory complex, including the legendary Fiorano test track and Viale Enzo Ferrari boulevard which is used for testing Ferrari’s high-performance road and competition cars. While access to the interior of the factories remains restricted, your group will experience the heart of the Ferrari headquarters from the bus, brought to life by an expert guide.

The Red Campus at the Ferrari Museum in Maranello is a centre for excellence in research and innovation where students can choose from a selection of workshops focussed on engines and performance, style and design in movement, aerodynamics and marketing.

The Ducati Museum brings the brand’s legacy to life through a series of captivating exhibitions which trace its evolution from 1926 to the modern day. After exploring the museum, continue your journey with a guided tour of the factory – a hub of innovation where world-class motorcycles are designed, assembled and distributed globally. The tour offers an inside look at key areas of production from the engine assembly line to finishing touches.

The Lamborghini Museum showcases the best of this Italian brand with 60 years of innovation on display, as well as exhibitions taking you through the journey of the company since its inception in 1963. Add on a guided tour of the factory for a sneak peek behind the scenes.

Begin your journey into the world of Pagani at the museum, where original sketches and scale models reveal the company’s artistic and engineering roots. Then step into the atelier – a factory space where innovative design meets skilled craftsmanship and ideas are transformed into automotive excellence.

The Collezione Umberto Panini is a hidden gem—a private museum showcasing a rare and beautifully preserved collection of vintage Maserati cars. When Umberto Panini acquired the collection in 1996, he safeguarded a piece of Italian automotive heritage, keeping it in its rightful home. Today, the collection continues to grow, offering a fascinating glimpse into the legacy of Maserati and the rich history of Motor Valley. A must-visit for classic car enthusiasts and anyone passionate about Italy’s motoring tradition.

Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on pizza-making workshop with a local Pizzaiolo. Learn traditional techniques and after crafting your pizza, enjoy a delicious dinner as a group, tasting the results of your work.

Learn how this much loved staple of the Italian table is produced at a regional acetaia. Discover the type of grape which is used and about the heating, fermentation and ageing process. Finally there is the opportunity to taste the rich and complex flavour.

Learn about the importance of the care and feed of the animals that produce the milk which is then turned into this iconic cheese. See the traditional methods used to produce the king of Italian cheeses. Learn about the maturing process and enjoy a tasting.

Discover the impressive buildings of the Piazza Maggiore, the Neptune Fountain, the Palazzo del Commune and the archaeological site at the Farnese Library. Continue to the 13^th century Palazzo Re Enzo and the San Petronio Basilica. The Palazzo dell’ Archiginnasio was the original headquarters of the oldest University in the world. Walk along the market streets to the leaning towers of Garisenda and Asinelli.