Palazzo del Governatore, Parma

Name: Palazzo del Governatore
Address: Piazza Giusseppe Garibaldi, Parma, Italy
Telephone: +39 0521 218929

#47 among attractions in Parma

Art museum, Museum

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Facts and practical information

The Governor's Palace is a building with Baroque and neoclassical forms, located on the entire north side of the central Piazza Garibaldi in Parma.

Alternative names: Architectural style: Neoclassicism, BaroqueCoordinates: 44°48'8"N, 10°19'41"E

Address

Piazza Giusseppe GaribaldiParma Italy

Contact

+39 0521 218929

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Palazzo del Governatore – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Palazzo del Governatore?

Nearby attractions include Santa Lucia, Parma (2 min walk), San Pietro Church, Parma (2 min walk), Chiesa di Sant'Alessandro, Parma (2 min walk), Teatro Regio, Parma (3 min walk).

How to get to Palazzo del Governatore by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palazzo del Governatore:

Bus

Piazza Ghiaia • Lines: 2, 7 (5 min walk)
v.le Toscanini • Lines: 2 (7 min walk)

Train

Parma (15 min walk)