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Parma Landmarks and Parma Monuments
(Parma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy, IT)



In many ways, Parma appears today much as it did a few centuries ago. A stroll through the city's streets will reveal some impressive city squares, distinguished-looking palaces, historical landmarks and an impressive collection of religious monuments.

The elegance of many of Parma's architectural landmarks originates from its former prestigious position as the capital of a duchy. Despite the passage of time, the cultural, musical and architectural heritage of Parma remain very well-preserved today.




Parma Landmarks and Monuments: Piazzale della Pilotta - Piazzale Pilotta 1, Parma, Italy, IT
Tel: +39 0521 233 309
Located in the heart of the historic centre of Parma, this vast square's 16th-century heritage was effectively destroyed during the Second World War. Today, the Piazzale della Pilotta contains some of Parma's main cultural buildings and notable landmarks, including the Palatina Library, Galleria Nazionale, the Teatro Farnese, the University's Institute of the History of Art, and the Museo Archaeologic Nazionale.
Parma landmark open: daily
Parma landmark admission: free

Parma Landmarks and Monuments: Piazza Garibaldi - Parma, Italy, IT
For centuries, Piazza Garibaldi has lain at the very heart of the city of Parma. In fact, the square as we see it today is built on the site of a former Roman forum. Widely recognized as the city's most beautiful piazza, it is home to both the Palazzo del Comune and the Palazzo del Governatore.
Parma landmark open: daily
Parma landmark admission: free

Parma Landmarks and Monuments: Casa di Toscanini - Via R. Tanzi, Parma, Italy, IT
Tel: +39 0521 285 499
Italy's famous conductor, Arturo Toscanini, was born here in 1867. Bought from Toscanini's descendants 100 years later, the house was renovated and reopened to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the conductor in January 2007. The Casa di Toscanini also includes a small museum devoted to Toscanini's life and music.
Parma landmark open: Tuesday to Saturday - 09:00 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 18:00, Sunday - 10:00 to 13:00
Parma landmark admission: charge

Parma Landmarks and Monuments: Palazzo Ducale - All'interno del Parco Ducale, Via Melloni, Parma, Italy, IT
Tel: +39 0521 230 023
The Palazzo Ducale is an impressive monument, which is situated at the entrance to the Parc Ducale. Its distinctive yellow exterior, with a façade including various 18th-statues, was designed back in the 16th century. Today, the Ducal Palace is an important landmark in its own right and is used as Parma's police headquarters. Its most notable interior feature is a series of frescoes.
Parma landmark open: Monday to Saturday - 09:00 to 12:00
Parma landmark admission: free

Parma Landmarks and Monuments: Palazzo del Vescovado - Piazza del Duomo 1, Parma, Italy, IT
Tel: +39 0521 380 535
This impressive building is built on a site that has been occupied since the 6th century. However, it's been frequently altered and restored since then. Most notable today are its series of arches, tower and stone entrance. Unfortunately, the interior of the Vescovado is not actually open to the public. Nevertheless, it's worth admiring just from the outside.
Parma landmark open: daily, exterior only
Parma landmark admission: free

Parma Landmarks and Monuments: Cimitero della Villetta - Parma, Italy, IT
On the western side of the River Parma is one of the city's most noteworthy landmarks, its cemetery. The cemetery has become a place of pilgrimage for many music-lovers, as it's here that the embalmed body of the famous violinist, Niccolo Paganini can be found, underneath a canopy.
Parma landmark open: daily, summer - 08:00 to 12:30 and 16:00 to 19:00; winter - 08:00 to 12:30 and 14:30 to 17:00
Parma landmark admission: free

 
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