Botanical Garden of the University of Ferrara

Castle Imposing 14th-century moated castle with lavish private chambers, plus a chapel, prison & museum. Museum Renaissance palace clad in diamond-shaped marble, home of the renowned National Picture Gallery. Cathedral 12th-century cathedral with an ornate, 3-tiered marble facade, baroque interior & museum opposite. Plaza A walking track encircles this gathering spot with lawns & a monument to poet Ludovico Ariosto. Art museum Once a Renaissance palace, this musuem exhibits historical artwork, including celebrated frescoes.