Free self-guided walk · Parma

Duomo to the Pilotta

A free self-guided walk in Parma, from the cathedral and baptistery through Piazza Garibaldi to the Teatro Regio and the Pilotta.

Distance
1.3 km
Walking time
17 min
Allow
About 1.5 hours with stops
Stops
5

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Parma on foot.

Stop in a salumeria on the way.

  • Terrain: Flat.
  • Best time: Morning.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Parma Cathedral

    Start at the cathedral.

  2. Baptistery

    Next door.

  3. Piazza Garibaldi

    The main square.

  4. Teatro Regio

    The opera house.

  5. Palazzo della Pilotta

    Finish at the palace.

Tips

  • Shops close in the early afternoon.
  • The Farnese Theatre is inside the Pilotta.
  • Cross to Parco Ducale afterwards.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.