Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata, Parma

Name: Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata
Address: Str. G. Garibaldi, 23, Parma, 43121, Italy
Telephone: +39 0521 285118

#13 among attractions in Parma

Baroque architecture, Church, Top attraction, Sacred and religious sites

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Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata, Parma

Facts and practical information

The Shrine of Santa Maria della Steccata is a Greek-cross design Renaissance church in central Parma, Italy. The name derives from the fence or steccato used to corral the numerous devotees who visited a venerated image of the Madonna. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Renaissance, BaroqueCoordinates: 44°48'16"N, 10°19'43"E

Address

Str. G. Garibaldi, 23Parma 43121 Italy

Contact

+39 0521 285118

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Day trips

Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta, Galleria nazionale di Parma, Battistero di Parma, San Giovanni Evangelista.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata open?

Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata is open:

Monday 10:30 am - 12:30 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Tuesday 10:30 am - 12:30 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am - 12:30 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Thursday 10:30 am - 12:30 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Friday 10:30 am - 12:30 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Saturday 10:30 am - 12:30 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata?

Nearby attractions include Camera di San Paolo, Parma (1 min walk), ex Chiesa di San Ludovico, Parma (2 min walk), San Paolo, Parma (2 min walk), Palazzo di Riserva, Parma (2 min walk).

How to get to Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata by public transport?

The nearest stations to Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata:

Bus

Pilotta • Lines: 2, 7 (5 min walk)
Piazza Ghiaia • Lines: 2, 7 (6 min walk)

Train

Parma (11 min walk)