Casa Romei is one of Ferrara’s best-preserved Renaissance residences, offering a glimpse into the
life of a 15th-century noble family. Built around 1440 for Giovanni Romei, a wealthy merchant, the
house features elegant courtyards, frescoed rooms, and architectural details that reflect Ferrara’s
artistic golden age. Today, Casa Romei functions as a museum showcasing period furniture,
frescoes, and art that beautifully capture Renaissance domestic culture.
- Explore the inner courtyard 🌳 surrounded by Renaissance arcades 🏰✨
- Admire original frescoes 🎨 from the Este period 👑 depicting religious ✝️ and mythological themes 📜🖼️
- Visit rooms 🏡 furnished with period pieces 🪑 and artifacts 🏺 from Ferrara’s noble families 🇮🇹👑
- Enjoy the quiet garden 🌿 and elegant architectural details 📐 of the palace façade 🏰😌
- From Ferrara Cathedral ⛪: 5-minute walk 🚶♀️⏱️💨
- By Car 🚗: Parking 🅿️ available nearby 🗺️ along Via Scandiana 💰✅
- By Bicycle 🚲: Easily reachable 🚴♂️ through Ferrara’s city bike lanes 🛣️👍
- Visit early ⏰ to enjoy the peaceful ambiance 🤫 without crowds 🏃♀️😌
- Combine your visit 🤝 with Palazzo Schifanoia 🏛️ or the nearby Monastery of Sant’Antonio in Polesine ⛪🗺️
- Take note 📝 of the architectural contrasts 🧱 between medieval 🏰 and Renaissance elements ✨💡
- Bring a camera 📸 — the courtyard 🌳 is particularly photogenic 🖼️ in the morning light ☀️✨
- 9:00 AM – Arrive 🧭 and explore the main courtyard 🌳🏰💨
- 9:30 AM – Visit the frescoed rooms 🎨 and museum exhibits 🖼️👀
- 10:30 AM – Relax 😌 in the garden 🌿 and admire the building’s exterior 🏰📸
- 11:00 AM – Continue your tour 🚶♂️ to Palazzo Schifanoia 🏛️ nearby 👋🗺️
