Museo dell'Ingegno Popolare e della Tecnologia Preindustriale
Colorno
The museum was created in 1974 in the Aranciaia, a historic building, thanks to the commitment of the Pro Loco of Colorno. It was one of the first galleries in the region, still in operation today. Initially, they had only one plan for exhibitions, but it was enlarged over the years. The environments provide documentation, testimonies and different material for tourists and scholars.
Palazzo Ducale
Colorno
The Doge's Palace was built at the beginning of the eighteenth century at the behest of Francesco Farnese. The structure was erected on the pre-existing remains of the fortress of the city. The current appearance is due to the renovation work carried out by the architect Ferdinando Bibbiena. The Palace has about four hundred rooms consisting of pink marble floors and beautiful frescoed ceilings.
Palazzo Ducale
Sabbioneta
(12 Km)
The Palazzo Ducale, also known as Palazzo Grande, in Sabbioneta in the province of Mantua has an elegant facade and an ashlar portico placed on a raised level. The historic two-storey building overlooks Piazza Ducale. Historical chronicles note that in November 1559 a violent fire destroyed the original structure, it was rebuilt between 1560 and 1561. It represents the oldest of the buildings built by Vespasiano Gonzaga (1531-1591) (son of Rodomonte and Isabella Colonna.
Porta Imperiale
Sabbioneta
(12 Km)
The Imperial Gate of Sabbioneta was built in 1579 and was dedicated to the Emperor Rudolf II of Habsburg. It stands out for its façade composed of smooth ravines and the neoclassical gable that replaced the original loggia.
Porta Vittoria
Sabbioneta
(12 Km)
Porta Vittoria was built in the second half of the 16th century and represents one of the two entrance doors to the city of Sabbioneta. It is characterized by an impressive appearance and has a façade divided into two parts of which the lower one has three arched openings and the upper one is a loggia. Above the entrance are the coats of arms of the Gonzaga-Colonna family and an epigraph in Latin.
Duomo
Parme
(14 Km)
One of the most important churches of Romanesque architecture in Italy, the the Cathedral of Parma has been built between the eleventh and twelfth century, in a location near the ancient Roman city walls. Wonderful and worthy of particular note is it
Abbazia di San Giovanni Evangelista
Parme
(14 Km)
It 's the most important monastic complex in the city of Parma, including a church, the monastery and the old pharmacy. Built in the tenth century on a previous speaker, it was entirely rebuilt after the fire of 1477.
Santa Maria della Steccata
Parme
(14 Km)
Located in a position almost adjacent to the central square Garibaldi, the beautiful church founded in 1521 is one of the finest examples of churches of central plane of the first half of the XVI.
Chiesa di San Vitale
Parme
(68 Km)
One of the oldest churches in the center of the medieval city, it was originally built in the eleventh century and then later in the seventeenth century it has been entirely rebuilt. Inside a beautiful chapel of Our Lady of Constantinople.
San Francesco del Prato
Parme
(14 Km)
Built in the thirteenth century, a Gothic church extending in length more than the Cathedral itself, it was the ancient seat of the Franciscans, over the centuries it became one of the most important church in the city of Parma.
S.S. Annunziata
Parme
(15 Km)
Outside the walls of the old town, after crossing the Ponte di Mezzo just few meters away from the river, rises from 1566 the church of SS. Annunziata, one of the most important monuments of mannerism.
Santa Maria delle Grazie
Parme
(14 Km)
In the ancient Oltretorrente and near Ponte di Mezzo, there is this church built in 1617, as headquarters of the brotherhood of the Stigmata St. Francis. Inside there is a wonderful dome with the fresco by Galeotti.
Castello Mina della Scala
Casteldidone
(16 Km)
The Mina della Scala Castle was built in 1596 at the behest of Ludovico Schizzi of Cremona. The structure was rebuilt and expanded in 1735 after the fire during the attack of the Gallo — Estensi. In the second half of the nineteenth century, the fortress was purchased by the Mina family, and following the marriage between Augusto Mina and Francesca della Scala in 1875, the castle took on its current name.
Torrione Valeri di Baganzola
Parme
(10 Km)
It dates back to the 15th century and was built for defensive reasons. It has been owned by the Valeri family for several years. Over the years it has undergone a deep restoration, which gave it its current appearance. Today it is private property, but it is also very easily visible from the street.
Rocchetta e Ponte Verdi
Parme
(14 Km)
The original installation of the bridge is certainly not the same as when it was built, but the documents for the first stone structure are dated around 1278. Over the years it has undergone several renovations: lastly, that of 1903, which gave a new look to the bridge. Rocchetta was the tower from where the whole activity was controlled, but it was knocked down at the beginning of the 20th century, during the last restoration by the mayor of the time.
Torrione di Beneceto
Parme
(13 Km)
The Tower dates back to the fifteenth century and was inhabited only until 1481. It is a structure of 12 meters high, covered by a pitched roof, typical elements of the late Middle Ages. Over the years he underwent several restorations that gave him the present appearance and a good state of preservation. At this time the building is privately owned and run by an agricultural estate, but it is still available to all interested parties
Rocca dei Rossi
Roccabianca
(15 Km)
The Rocca dei Rossi was built between 1446 and 1463 on the guidelines of Pier Maria Rossi, who wanted to dedicate it to his lover Bianca Pellegrini. The structure still has the remains of the first city walls and the keep, originally divided on two levels.
Galleria degli Antichi
Sabbioneta
(12 Km)
The Gallery of the Ancients was built in the second half of the 16th century and was called 'The Great Corridor'. It did not have the function of connecting the ducal environments to some secret place, but it was established to contain the archaeological collection of the then Duke and a collection of marbles purchased by the royal court of Spain.
Teatro all'Antica
Sabbioneta
(12 Km)
The Teatro all'Antica was commissioned by Vespasiano to the architect Vincenzo Scamozzi in 1587. The project was the first example of theatre of the modern era not bound by existing buildings. The internal structure recalls the scheme of classic theaters with semicircle in the center and raised stage. The loggia, formerly home of the ladies, was frescoed by artists from the workshop of Paolo Veronese.
Torre di Vespasiano
Commessaggio
(18 Km)
The Tower of Vespasiano, otherwise known as the Torrazzo, is an architectural structure that constitutes the symbol of the history of the country. The fortress is 28 meters high and inside it there are several rooms. One of the rooms was used as a prison upon intervention by the forces of the Carabinieri.
Pinacoteca Stuard
Parme
(14 Km)
The art gallery, since 2002, has its headquarters in the old monastery of São Paulo. Inside it houses more than 200 works dating from the 14th century to the 19th century, including different types of paintings, images of famous people over the years: a collection of great value. The art gallery is open to public visits.
Teatro Regio
Parme
(14 Km)
Built in 1821, the theater was born from the love for music of Duchess Maria Luigia. The inauguration of the theater was done after eight years of work, in 1829. Located in the center of the city, the theater has a neoclassical construction divided into four parts; the porch, the windows, the window and the gable. Inside, the chandelier, also used today, is that of 1853. In the mid-19th century the theater was classified as a luxury asset and economically not accepted by the community. For this reason it was sold to the Municipality of Parma.
Battistero
Parme
(14 Km)
It is located next to the cathedral of Parma and is considered a fusion between Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Construction began in 1216 and ended in 1270. The exterior is built of marble and has an octagonal shape that is a symbol of eternity. The elements that compose it are Roman, however, the arrangement was made in a typically Gothic way.
Oratorio di Sant'Ilario
Parme
(15 Km)
The Oratory dates back to 1663 and is accessible from the loggia of Palazzo Vecchio. Inside, it is divided into three naves, separated by grooved columns in stucco and is enriched by frescoes decorations, the work of Giovanni Maria Conti, which cover the lunettes with flower motifs and fruits, in addition to the depictions of Saints and Blesseds of the city. In the Oratory there is the tomb of Rodolfo Tanzi, knight of the Teutonic Order and benefactor, who founded the city institution of the Hospital of Misericordia.
Casa e Museo di Arturo Toscanini
Parme
(14 Km)
In 1867 Arturo Toscanini was born in Parma, who would go down in history as the greatest conductor of all time. It came to light in a humble home in the then hamlet San Giacomo, a popular neighborhood. Today it is a museum open to the public with documents and objects donated by the Toscanini family. Objects and documents of absolute rarity are visible in the museum.
Scultura e Fontana di Cascella
Parme
(15 Km)
The Sculpture and Fountain by Pietro Cascella are a work of the homonymous artist. It was the property of Pietro Barilla, who gave it a gift to the city. In 1994 the plant was installed in Piazza Santa Croce where it then suffered serious damage due to various road accidents.
Palazzetto Eucherio Sanvitale Giardino Pubblico
Parme
(14 Km)
The Palazzetto Eucherio Sanvitale is located inside the Parco Ducale di Parma. It was built on Renaissance forms in 1520 by Giorgio da Erba. Inside we can admire some frescoes by Parmigianino such as the “Madonna with Child” and an oil on the wall with scenes from the “Life of the Virgin” of a late Mannerist with landscapes from the end of 1500. The building is among the most visited monuments in the city.
Accademia Nazionale di Belle Arti
Parme
(14 Km)
The Academy was founded in the middle of the 18th century by F. di Bourbon. At first it had the function of a painting school, over the years it was expanded, until the current state of a state art school (that of Paolo Toschi) and performs its function. It is located on the ground floor of the building and is managed by M. Dall'Acqua.
Fontana del Trianon
Parme
(14 Km)
The Fountain is located in the city of Parma. The sculpture was designed by the architect Giuliano Mozzani. It is also known as the Fountain of Parma and is located in the Ducal Garden in Parma. The Garden surrounds the fourteenth-century castle and is located in the historic center. The birth of the park was due to Ottavio Farnese in 1561. On the occasion of the wedding of his son, Odoardo Farnese, Ranuccio II Farnese had a large fish pond dig in front of the villa in 1690. Only in 1920 was the Fountain of Trianon located in the garden, which depicts the Parma and Taro rivers.
Palazzo Ducale
Parme
(14 Km)
The Doge's Palace was built in 1561 at the behest of Duke Ottavio Farnese and was the seat of the ducal court until the second half of the '600. It represents the symbol of the city of Parma and is one of the most fascinating monuments of Italian art. The initial construction carried the signature of Jacopo Baruzzi, known as the Vignola. During the 18th century, construction work was carried out by Ennemond Petitot to give it a more classic look. From the 800 to the present day, the Palace has not undergone substantial changes.
Palazzo Pigorini
Parme
(15 Km)
Even if the building date was built around 1767, from the architectural structure it is assumed that the building is even older. The palace was known for having given birth to two famous personalities: the poet Angelo Mazza and the explorer Vittorio Bottego, in honor of whom on the building we find the two tombstones, precisely on the facade. Today the building is the seat of the Department of Culture of the Municipality of Parma and, often, also an exhibition space for various exhibitions in the locality.
Antica Spezieria di San Giovanni
Parme
(14 Km)
The Ancient Spezieria di San Giovanni is of very ancient origin, documented since 1201 it is located inside the Abbey of San Giovanni Evangelista of Parma, a religious complex. The latter was modified in 1766 by the will of Guillaume du Tillot, separating and making autonomous the interiors of the monastery from those of the pharmacy. The spice shop was entrusted to the apectials Luigi Gardoni, his son and grandson. The Antica Spezieria consists of 4 rooms: fire room, mortar room, mermaid room and workshop.
Castello di Panocchia
Parme
(28 Km)
Porta San Francesco
Parme
(15 Km)
Built in 1261, the door took its name from the street in which it was located. The story tells that the saint has passed from this very area. In 1562 the door was reopened at the behest of Duke Ottavio Farnese. Later in the 90s it was also restored to bring it to its original form. The monument is easily accessible either by car, by public transport or on foot.
Torre del Vescovado
Parme
(14 Km)
The Episcopal Palace of the city of Parma, a complex to which the tower also belongs, dates back to 1045-1055. Until 1172 the complex did not undergo restoration, but, around the middle of 1200, the first began by Bishop Bernard II. The current form is the original one of the '900 despite the considerable changes. The Tower is easily accessible in the city thanks to its central location, in the historic center, precisely in Piazza Duomo.
Cittadella Porta Sud
Parme
(16 Km)
The citadel is located in the city of Parma. It was built in the 16th century by engineers Giovanni Antonio Stirpio and Genesio Bresciani. The monument consists of two entrances: the main entrance, which is located to the north is built with Carrara marble, and the other entrance, the outside one, the Gate of Soccorso. Over time, between the 20th and 21st centuries the building was modified, renovated and today became a public park.
Casa Natale di A. Toscanini
Parme
(14 Km)
The Birthplace of Arturo Toscanini was transformed into a museum in 1967 on the occasion of the 100th year of its birth. The house inside has small rooms with low ceilings. The documents are displayed chronologically so as to pursue the long career of the conductor. You can also admire its original instruments.
Museo Paleontologico Parmense
Parme
(14 Km)
The Parmenese Paleontological Museum is located at the Department of Earth of the University of Parma. It was set up to present the history of the Earth to the public. Inside it preserves a large collection of objects dating back to the creation of the Earth, about 500,000 pieces, including fossils that belong to different species. The museum is open to the public.
Museo di Storia Naturale
Parme
(15 Km)
Founded in 1766 by J.B.Fourcault, it was directed by distinguished zoologists, such as Pellegrino Strobel and Angelo Andres. In its two locations there are exhibition sectors of Systematic Zoology and Ethnography, with important zoological collections and African collections also ethnographic.
Museo della Terramara
Poviglio
(16 Km)
The museum exhibits the most significant materials coming from the terramara S. Rosa entrusted, in storage, by the Superintendence to the Archaeological Heritage of Emilia Romagna.
Rocca di San Vitale
Fontanellato
(17 Km)
Galleria Centro Steccata
Parme
(14 Km)
Lodi Arte
Parme
(14 Km)
Galleria d'arte Niccoli
Parme
(14 Km)
Pinacoteca "G. Stuard"
Parme
(14 Km)
The Giuseppe Stuard Art Gallery is located inside the Palazzo San Tiburzionel, in the municipality of Parma and is one of the most important in the area. Inside we find a large collection of works, furnishings, archaeological finds and many paintings from the XIII-XX century. in art and for those who want to visit one of the most important and well-known monuments in the city.
La Collezione Borsari 1870
Parme
(13 Km)
The Borsari Collection is located inside the Palazzo Borsari, which dates back to 1930. It is one of the most important museums in the area, the only one of its kind, the first Italian perfumery museum. The Borsari collection houses single-dose products that date back to 1870, the year in which the Museum was founded.
Museo Bodoniano
Parme
(14 Km)
The museum was inaugurated in 1963, after 7 years of management, on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of Bodoni's death. Initially, it was a national center on graphic arts. In 1944, the library was destroyed by the bombings, only a trunk containing the technical and bibliographic material was saved. In 1957, work was resumed at the Museum with the task of bringing the project to an end. In 1963, after legal recognition, the museum was opened to the public.
Museo Archeologico Nazionale
Parme
(14 Km)
The National Archaeological Museum is located at the Palazzo della Pilotta built in Parma in 1760. The Museum currently occupies two floors, in the first there are the local and not velteous collections, on the ground floor there is the prehistoric, protohistoric section and the section dedicated to Parma.
Museo Glauco Lombardi -"Maria Luigia e Napoleone"
Parme
(14 Km)
The Museum “Maria Luigia and Napoleon”, also known as Glauco Lombardo, is located in Piazza della Pace in the municipality of Parma. It was established thanks to the will of Glauco Lombardi and exposes to the public a collection of the enormous artistic heritage of Duchess Maria Luigia and Napoleon. The large private collection of items contains: furniture, paintings, jewelry and professional tools.
Museo "A. Bocchi"
Parme
(23 Km)
The Amedeo Bocchi Museum is dedicated to Amedeo Bocchi, an artist of absolute importance in Italian art of the twentieth century. The Museum was born from the desire to promote the knowledge of the painter by making visible to the public the most considerable paintings of his production. This has recently been re-set up by creating a predominantly chronological path that allows to follow in a more engaging way the evolution of Bocchi's artistic life.
Museo di Anatomia degli Animali di interesse medico-veterinario
Parme
(13 Km)
The Museum of the Anatomy of Animals of Medical-Veterinary Interest Section of Parma was established in 1848. The museum's heritage amounts to 566 finds that include skeletons of animals of different species and sizes and anatomical veterinary preparations, numerous of which are presented “dry”.
Castello dei Burattini
Parme
(14 Km)
The Puppet Museum was born in the former convent of São Paulo, in 2002. The gallery hosts the most important collection of the animation theater in Italy created by Giordano Ferrari's collection with 1500 pieces: puppets, puppets, photographs, scripts, posters and other objects of the show. Added to this collection are the collection of the “Gruppo 80", by the engineer Amilcare Adamoli and the heritage of journalist F.Cristofori, donated by the family after his death with 1000 puppet objects and 134 envelopes of documents, important testimonies about the world of show business.
Museo di Arte Sacra
Sabbioneta
(12 Km)
The Museum of Sacred Art was opened to the public in 1990 and welcomes finds such as jewels and sacred furnishings. The most prominent object is the Toson d'Oro, a jewel granted as an honor to the knights of the empire made of pure gold. The “Silver Chalice” donated by Vespasiano to the Church of Sabbioneta is also preserved.
Museo del Bijou di Casalmaggiore
Casalmaggiore
(7 Km)
Cittadella Porta Nord
Parme
(15 Km)
The Citadel of Parma is a pentagonal fortress built in the Emilian city in the last years of the 16th century. Born for defensive purposes, and for this reason endowed with ramparts and moats, it was later used as a barracks, as a prison for political crimes and as a place for capital executions. It has been renovated and used as a public park, with spaces dedicated to sports and activities for children.
Museo Civico "A. Parazzi"
Viadana
(11 Km)
Torre di Casalmaggiore
Casalmaggiore
(7 Km)
Museo Archeologico
Casalmaggiore
(7 Km)
Castellazzo di Vicomero
Parme
(11 Km)