Parma (Italian: [ˈparma] ; Parmigiano: Pärma [ˈpɛːʁmɐ]) is a city in the region of Emilia-Romagna in northern Italy, known for its architecture, music, art, prosciutto (ham), cheese and surrounding countryside. With a population of 199,450 as of 2026, Parma is the second most populous city in Emilia-Romagna after Bologna, the region's capital. The city is home to the University of Parma, one of the oldest universities in the world. Parma is divided into two parts by the stream of the same name.
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Best time to visit: May–Jul, Sep
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Staying more than a few days? These cities are close enough for a day trip or a night away. Distances are straight-line from Parma; times are rough estimates by road.
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27 km≈ 30 min
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50 km≈ 1 h
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57 km≈ 1 h 5 min
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83 km≈ 1 h 35 min
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87 km≈ 1 h 40 min
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87 km≈ 1 h 40 min
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88 km≈ 1 h 40 min
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102 km≈ 1 h 35 min
From Parma you can reach Reggio Nell Emilia (27 km), Modena (50 km), Piacenza (57 km), Brescia (83 km) and Bologna (87 km) in about 30 min to 1 h 40 min by road. Each city page has its own sights, a day plan and flights.
The most pleasant months are May to Jul, Sep, with comfortable temperatures and lighter crowds. Right now it averages about 9°C in November.
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You can fly into Parma Airport, Brescia Gabriele d'Annunzio Airport, Verona Villafranca Valerio Catullo Airport. Use the flight links on this page to compare fares and set a price alert.
Most visitors enjoy 2 to 3 days. Use the route builder below to get a day-by-day plan that groups sights by neighbourhood and includes lunch.