Best Things To Do in Parma, Italy

Tourist Attractions in Parma

Here is the list of things to do in Parma and tourist attractions in city.

1. Cattedrale Di Parma

   4.7 (567 Votes)
   

   Historical Site, Architecture , Cathedral

   Probably a basilica might have existed on the same site back in 6th century, but was abandoned later on. In 1106, the sight was turned to a cathedral, popularly known as Parma Cathedral. It is perhaps the most important Italian Romanesque cathedral, decorated by Illusionistic fresco by Antonio da Correggio. In the interior of the cathedral, you can see a Latin cross plan, with a nave and 2 aisl...Read more

2. Battistero Parma

   4.6 (465 Votes)
   

   Architecture , Cathedral

   Overshadowing the cathedral of Parma, this pink-colored stone baptistery in octagonal shape cannot ignore your attention. Popularly known as Battistero (in Italina), it is situated on the south side of the piazza. Taking a closure look to the baptistery will show that the architectural design has a mixture of Romanesque and Gothic style. Its highlighting feature is the artwork done by sculptor ...Read more

3. Parco Ducale

   

   Outdoors, National Park, Garden, Park

   Situated along the west bank of Parma river, this huge garden once belonged to Ottavio Farnese, the Duke of Parma and Piacenza. The Duke turned the place into a park for one of his villas. However, after the unification of Italy, the Municipality took over the garden made it open for general public. Within the garden the Ducal Palace is situated. This palace was actually a Visconti castle, buil...Read more

4. Magnani-Rocca Foundation

   4.7 (326 Votes)
   

   Art And Culture, Art Museum, Art Gallery, Museum

   The foundation was established in 1977 by the will of Luigi Magnani. The main aim behind the establishment of the foundation was to promote art and culture for the growth of civil society. At present, the museum holds a huge collection of artworks made by Luigi Magnani. Apart from Luigi’s work, you can see the works of Gentile da Fabriano, Filippo Lippi, Durer, Titian, Rubens, Van Dyck an...Read more

5. Galleria Nazionale

   4.5 (549 Votes)
   

   Art And Culture, Art Museum, Museum

   Between 17th century and 18th century, the famous collection of artworks, precious belongings, paintings and coins of the Farnese family were shifted from Rome to Parma and was first displayed in this museum. At present, the museum holds collection of paintings done by famous painters like Beato Angelico, Canaletto, Leonardo da Vinci, SebastianodelPiombo, Guercino, Parmigianino and Tintoretto. ...Read more

6. Camera Di San Paolo

   4.5 (483 Votes)
   

   Art And Culture, Museum, Architecture

   Behind the Chiesa di San Ludovico, on Via Melloni, Camera di San Paola, an old Benedictine Convent is located. The entrance guides you into 2 single rooms, belonged to the abbess. These two rooms weredecorated with frescoes and later in 1519, the Correggio was completed. Don’t miss out the architectural design of the frescoes as it follows Roman style. The frescoes is said to be done by A...Read more

7. Piazza Garibaldi

   

   Square

   Right at the center of the city stands the Piazza Garibaldi. It is a prominent square of the city and one of the best places to meet up with friends. Considered as the most beautiful piazza, the square also houses Palazzo del Commune and the Palazzo del Governatore. While touring around the city, if you want to catch a quick breather, then the Piazza is the perfect spot to relax and observe peo...Read more

8. Chiesa Di Santa Maria Della Steccata

   4.6 (385 Votes)
   

   Church, Religious Site, Architecture

   It is a 16th century old church, located near Piazza Garibaldi. The highlighting feature of the church is the dome. According to locals, it is one of the most recognizable domes of Parma. When you visit the church, the large arch of the dome with decorative fresco will definitely grab your attention. This decorative fresco was made by Francesco Mazzola.

9. Monastero Di San Giovanni Evangelista

   4.6 (253 Votes)
   

   Art And Culture, Architecture , Monastery

   This monastery was founded in 980AD and is considered as the most important monastic of Parma. It establishment had played a significant role in terms of charity and culture, for the city. Want to know how? The history says, the monastery had established a public pharmacy and a hospital for pilgrimage. However, the structure that you see now follows Renaissance style. This is because the old st...Read more

10. Museo Di Glauco Lombardi

    4.4 (447 Votes)
    

    Art And Culture, Museum, History Museum, Specialty Museum

    To learn about the history and art of Parma, visit the grand Museo di Glauco Lombardi. History says, the museum was born from the idea and the will of Glauco Lombardi. He was an antique dealer and an Italian journalist. He devoted his entire life to the study of the art of the city and was always concerned about preserving it in a private collection or in an art market. It was solely his effort...Read more

11. Antica Spezieria Di San Giovanni

    

    Museum, Specialty Shop

    It is the pharmacy that was set up by Monastero di San Giovanni Evangelista. It is considered as the first apothecary’s shop within the abbey. It was the place for production of medicine that was solely used for treating monks, pilgrims and the local people. By 15th century, the shop achieved huge success. Its success influence monks to add furniture which actually helped in making the st...Read more

12. Palazzo Ducale

    4.5 (309 Votes)
    

    Outdoors, Landmark, Monument, Palace

    When you are going to visit Parc Ducale, your attention will definitely fall on Palazzo Ducale. It is an impressive historical monument with awe-strucking features that are bound to hold your gaze for quite a few minutes. The notable features of the monument are the frescoes, the facade having 18th- statues and the yellow exterior of the palace. Today, the palace has become a significant landma...Read more

13. I I Castellodei Burattini- Museo Giordano Ferrari

    

    Art Gallery, Museum, Entertainment, Performance

    Also known as the Castle of the Puppets, this museum exhibits puppets, and other props and you cannot give a miss to it. Located in the historical complex of the monastery of St. Paul, the credit for the establishment of such magnificent museum goes to Giordano Ferrari. The museum is of 300 square meters big and has a gallery holding exclusive collection of puppets, marionettes, scripts, photog...Read more

14. Chiesadella Santissima Annunziata

    

    Church, Monastery

    History says the original monastery church of Santissima Annuziata was known as Basilica of Paradise. The famous Italian architecture Giovan Battista Fornovo in collaboration with Vignola (architecture) designed the architectural design of the church. The striking feature of the monastery is the impressive interior, specially the central area that is divided from the choir by a triumph arch. Th...Read more

15. Museo Bochhi

    4 (232 Votes)
    

    Art Museum, Art Gallery, Museum, Exhibition

    The museum holds exclusive collection of artwork created by Amedeo Bocchi. He is 20th century born Parma artists whose paintings symbolize Gustav Klimt. Here, you get to see all form of artworks of Bocchi, right from pastel work to paintings and sculptures. Every room of the museum has his work ranging from youth to maturity. Apart from his artwork, the museum sometimes does organize temporary ...Read more

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