Teatro Farnese, Parma

Name: Teatro Farnese
Address: Palazzo Della Pilotta, 43121, Parma, Italy
Telephone: 0520233309

#11 among attractions in Parma

Baroque architecture, Top attraction, Architecture, Theater, More...

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Teatro Farnese is a Renaissance theatre in the Palazzo della Pilotta, Parma, Italy. It was built in 1618 by Giovanni Battista Aleotti. The idea of creating this grand theater came from the Duke of Parma and Piacenza Ranuccio I Farnese. The theatre was almost destroyed by an Allied air raid during World War II. It was rebuilt and reopened in 1962. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 44°48'16"N, 10°19'33"E

Address

Palazzo Della Pilotta, 43121Parma Italy

Contact

0520233309

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Day trips

Teatro Farnese – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta, Galleria nazionale di Parma, Battistero di Parma, Teatro Regio.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Teatro Farnese?

Nearby attractions include Bodoni Museum, Parma (1 min walk), Biblioteca Palatina, Parma (1 min walk), Palazzo della Pilotta, Parma (1 min walk), Academy of Fine Arts of Parma, Parma (2 min walk).

How to get to Teatro Farnese by public transport?

The nearest stations to Teatro Farnese:

Bus

Pilotta • Lines: 2, 7 (2 min walk)
Piazza Ghiaia • Lines: 2, 7 (3 min walk)

Train

Parma (11 min walk)