Visit the Lamborghini factory

A short 30-minute drive from Maranello, in the small Italian town of Sant’Agata Bolognese, stands the Lamborghini factory, an impressive site for enthusiasts of ultra-fast sports cars. Since its founding in 1963, Lamborghini has become synonymous with luxury, power, and groundbreaking design, creating some of the most coveted supercars in the world.

When driving to Sant’Agata Bolognese, you’ll quickly spot the Lamborghini factory as the town is quite small. The factory is easily recognizable by its shiny facade adorned with the large Lamborghini logo. The facility is roughly the size of a few football fields, and only about 10 sports cars leave the factory each day. At the front of the factory are the research, development, and design centers, areas that are strictly off-limits to unauthorized individuals.

All Lamborghinis are made in the Sant’Agata Bolognese factory, including the exclusive, limited-edition models that are built alongside the more common Lamborghini variants. These include rare models like the Reventón, Veneno, Sesto Elemento, Veneno Roadster, and the Lamborghini Centenario, which was introduced in 2016 to celebrate the 100th birthday of Lamborghini’s founder, Ferruccio Lamborghini, who was born in 1916.

History of Lamborghini

The Lamborghini factory in Italy was founded by Ferruccio Lamborghini, a successful entrepreneur who made his fortune in the tractor industry. Unsatisfied with the performance of his own Ferrari, Ferruccio decided to create a better sports car. His vision led to the establishment of Lamborghini Automobili, and the first car to roll out of the factory was the Lamborghini 350 GT, a two-seater coupe that quickly grabbed attention with its stunning design and powerful V12 engine.

Over the years, Lamborghini has produced a series of iconic models, including the Miura, Countach, Diablo, Murciélago, Gallardo, as well as the modern Aventador, Huracán, and Urus, and has become a serious player in the supercar market.

The Lamborghini Factory in Sant’Agata Bolognese

Today, the Lamborghini factory is a state-of-the-art facility that combines advanced technology with traditional craftsmanship. The factory spans a large area and houses various production lines where the brand’s high-performance sports cars are assembled by skilled craftsmen. From carbon fiber body panels to powerful engines, every part of a Lamborghini is meticulously manufactured and inspected to meet the highest quality standards.

For those visiting the Lamborghini factory, the Lamborghini Museum is a must-see. Located next to the factory, the museum showcases an impressive collection of Lamborghini’s rich history, featuring classic cars, prototypes, and memorabilia. Visitors can explore the evolution of Lamborghini’s designs, from the early models to the latest groundbreaking vehicles. Across from the factory, there is also the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a Lamborghini, potentially making a dream come true. Click here for more info.

Lamborghini Factory Tour: visit the Lamborghini factory

Unlike the Ferrari factory, it is possible to visit the Lamborghini factory. For many car enthusiasts, a visit to the Lamborghini factory is a dream come true. During the Lamborghini factory tour, you’ll get a chance to see the assembly line where sports cars like the Huracán, Temerario, and Revuelto are made. You’ll see how workers assemble the interiors and how the body is joined with the powerful V10 engine. You’ll also get a peek at the engine production line, where every engine is carefully hand-assembled, and see how the interiors are customized to meet customers’ specifications at the upholstery department. Additionally, you’ll have a look at the production line of Lamborghini’s powerful SUV, the popular Urus.

Do you want to visit the Lamborghini factory in Italy? The cost of visiting the Lamborghini factory is €85, which includes an entry to the Lamborghini museum, valued at €18. Early booking is essential due to the popularity of this tour. To avoid surprises, it’s best to arrange this 3 to 4 months in advance for your desired date. The factory tour is available from Monday to Friday (except holidays) between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, and it lasts about 45 minutes. Photography is strictly prohibited during the tour. For more information about the Lamborghini factory tour and to book the guided tour of the production line, visit the Lamborghini website.

How to spot new Lamborghini’s at the factory

Want to spot the latest Lamborghinis on the road? Then the Lamborghini factory is the place to be. If you stand outside the factory gates for a while, you’ll see one Lamborghini after another leave the factory for a test drive. All Lamborghinis undergo this road test before being sent out to customers. The best spot to stand is at Gate 4 – Porta Sud, which is easily recognizable by the large letters Porta Sud above the gate. This entrance is on the other side of the factory, about 3 minutes’ drive from the main entrance by the museum, click here for the Google Maps location. This is where the Lamborghinis roll out of the factory for their test drive on public roads. The best place to park is at the public parking lot on Via Suor Teresa Veronesi, from where you can walk to the factory gate in just a few minutes. Don’t forget to peek through the fences from time to time, you might catch a glimpse of a Lamborghini driving around the factory grounds or spot the latest models parked inside.

There’s also a chance that you’ll spot a new, yet-to-be-released model being tested by the factory’s test drivers. These models are often recognized by their various camouflage patterns and black tape. If you can’t get enough of Lamborghinis, it’s a good idea to wait in the car next to the gate so you can follow the Lambos on their ride when they leave the factory gates. Sometimes, you’ll have to step on the gas to keep up with the Lambo’s speed.

Want to see even more Lamborghinis? After visiting the factory, drive down Via Modena towards the town center until you come across a gas station on the right-hand side. This is where Lamborghinis are regularly washed and parked next to the carwash. Click here for the gas station location.

Where to find the Lamborghini factory in Italy?

The Lamborghini factory is located in Sant’Agata Bolognese, a small village in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. It is approximately 30 kilometers north of the city of Bologna. This location has been the heart of Lamborghini’s production and innovation since its founding in 1963. Sant’Agata Bolognese is located between Bologna and Modena, in the heart of the famous Motor Valley, where Ferrari, Maserati, and Pagani are also based. In terms of distance, the Lamborghini factory is approximately 35 km northwest of Bologna, about a 40-minute drive, and 25 km east of Modena, about a 30-minute drive.