Piazza Ghiaia, Parma

Name: Piazza Ghiaia
Address: Parma, Italy

#52 among attractions in Parma

Market, Shopping

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Piazza Ghiaia is a square in the historic center of Parma, designated from the 13th century as the city market.

Coordinates: 44°48'11"N, 10°19'29"E

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Piazza Ghiaia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Galleria nazionale di Parma, Teatro Regio, Palazzo della Pilotta, Camera di San Paolo.

~900 ftNE
Museum with several centuries of art
Galleria nazionale di Parma, Parma
5 min walk • The Galleria nazionale di Parma is a treasure trove of artistic heritage nestled in the heart of Parma, Italy. This prestigious museum is housed in the Palazzo della Pilotta, a historical complex that dates back to the 16th century.
~730 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Entertainment
Teatro Regio, Parma
4 min walk • The Teatro Regio di Parma, simply known as Teatro Regio, is a prominent opera house in the heart of Parma, Italy, renowned for its rich history and exquisite performances. Founded in 1829, the theater was commissioned by Duchess Maria Luigia, the second wife of...
~770 ftNE
Palace with gallery, theatre and museums
Palazzo della Pilotta, Parma
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Parma, Italy, the Palazzo della Pilotta stands as a monumental testament to the city's rich cultural history. Originally constructed in the 16th century, this colossal complex was intended to serve the needs of the Farnese family, who were...
~1260 ftNE
Museum
Camera di San Paolo, Parma
7 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Parma, Italy, the Camera di San Paolo stands as a testament to the exquisite artistry of the Renaissance. This chamber, located in the former Benedictine convent of San Paolo, is adorned with a ceiling fresco painted by the renowned artist...
~570 ftNE
Baroque architecture, Architecture, Theater
Teatro Farnese, Parma
3 min walk • 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.
~860 ftE
Baroque architecture, Museum, Art museum
Museo Glauco Lombardi, Parma
5 min walk • The Museo Lombardi is a museum displaying an eclectic collection of 19th-century art and cultural works from Parma. It is located in the Palazzo di Riserva on Strada Garibaldi #5 in central Parma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy.
~1090 ftNE
Baroque architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites
Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata, Parma
6 min walk • 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.
~1310 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, Sacred and religious sites
San Paolo, Parma
7 min walk • San Paolo is a former convent in central Parma, Emilia-Romagna, northern Italy. It is best known for housing the Camera di San Paolo, decorated by a masterpiece of fresco work by Correggio.
~990 ftE
Baroque architecture, Vernacular architecture, Palace
Palazzo di Riserva, Parma
5 min walk • The Palazzo di Riserva, also known as the Palazzo delle Poste because for long it hosted the offices of the Postal Service, is a Neoclassical-style palace in central Parma, region of Emilia Romagna, Italy.
~870 ftW
Baroque architecture, Church
Santissima Annunziata, Parma
5 min walk • The Santissima Annunziata, also called the Basilica del Paradiso, is a Renaissance style, Roman Catholic church and convent located on Via Massimo D'Azeglio in Parma, Italy.
~1160 ftNW
Museum
Palazzetto Eucherio San Vitale, Parma
6 min walk • Palazzetto Eucherio Sanvitale, also known as Casino di Codiponte or Casino degli Umiliati, is located within the Parco Ducale in Parma.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Piazza Ghiaia?

Nearby attractions include Church of Holy Mary of Grace, Parma (3 min walk), Teatro Farnese, Parma (3 min walk), Bodoni Museum, Parma (3 min walk), Chiesa di Sant'Alessandro, Parma (3 min walk).

How to get to Piazza Ghiaia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Piazza Ghiaia:

Bus

Piazza Ghiaia • Lines: 2, 7 (1 min walk)
chiesa dell'Annunziata • Lines: 7 (4 min walk)

Train

Parma (14 min walk)