Teatro Farnese
Teatro Farnese
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Splendida ricostruzione di teatro farnesiano nel palazzo della pilotta
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Jewelsju
Ljubljana, Slovenia372 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
Stunning theatre it is worth the visit and sometimes on Sundays it is free to go in. Very historic and it is gigantic. The museums attached to it are interesting too
Written 30 December 2022
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Heike N
Amsterdam, The Netherlands6 contributions
Oct 2022
Because this was rated so highly we went to see it. It's interesting but not a "must see". I thought the museum where this is housed was more interesting. This theater was certainly unique but glad it was included in a tour where there was opportunity to see other things as well.
Written 22 December 2022
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Steve F
Reading, UK194 contributions
Nov 2022
We'd heard this was great but were unprepared for just how amazing it was. There was hardly anyone there (it was mid-week in November!) and we wandered through the theatre slowly to take everything in. We then went straight into the art gallery which was very impressive too.
Written 6 December 2022
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HighClub
United States50 contributions
Aug 2022
Interesting art, beautiful place, definitely a great place to visit. It is nice and cool inside, which makes it perfect destination for hot days
Written 3 November 2022
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lbasskin
Asheville, NC99 contributions
Oct 2022
THere were good and bad things about the whole complex, but the theater was truly amazing to see and worth a visit.
Written 18 October 2022
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Italy1st
23 contributions
Sep 2022
The ticket cost is $12 Euro but also includes entry to the National Gallery, Palatine Library and the Archaeology Museum.
Written 18 September 2022
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Kriszta & Zsolt
Kaprun, Austria29 contributions
Aug 2022
wonderfully renovated 450-year-old wooden stage theater. the ticket is combined, the other 3 halls of the Pilotta palace are also valid. this is a full-day program. be careful, because you cannot go out/come back with the ticket!
Written 27 August 2022
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HobbsAlice
Cranston, RI70 contributions
Jun 2022
One has to see the place to appreciate how magnificent it is. I was truly overwhelmed. Forget Parmesan cheese. You can buy it at home. Just go to the theater!
Written 28 June 2022
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Off their P
Manchester, UK3,835 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
We had no idea what to expect from this city but our breath was taken away by it. There are so many stunning buildings here but no wonder this is rated number one by this app.
The history around it is fabulous and well worth reading up on. It is also worth taking the time to explore it thoroughly and you will get lots of great photos.
The history around it is fabulous and well worth reading up on. It is also worth taking the time to explore it thoroughly and you will get lots of great photos.
Written 21 June 2022
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lovenewplaces
Michigan81 contributions
May 2022
This really must be seen to be believed! However, you must pay to visit another museum and exhibit that you probably won't care about - this can only be visited with a very pricey combo ticket. The "special exhibit" was of no interest to us, not being locals, but the museum was somewhat interesting. Still, we have paid more to see less, and the teatro is definitely something you will never see anywhere else. If theater or architecture interests you at all, it's a "don't miss".
Written 2 June 2022
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Sarah Hughes
Birmingham, UK4 contributions
Is it possible to visit the theatre without seeing any show? Just a simple visit?
We'll be in Bologna the last week of October and would like to take a day trip to Parma. Are there any events or tours that are recommended for that time?
malloryo1
Michigan164 contributions
Id definitely ask Alice if exploremilia—look at her information on trip advisor. She is really fabulous. I’ve been with her tours three times.
BlondGiraffe
Tavernier, FL9 contributions
We will be in Parma on September 13th. Does Teatro Farnese have any event for that night?
Thanks, Roberto
Gingerpumpkin
North Wales277 contributions
Hi Roberto,
Unfortunately the Verdi Festival does not start until the 21st September so you are a week too early.
Yours
James
RandRCalifornia
Santa Clarita, CA606 contributions
Hello,
Can you tell me what you thought of Parma in general? Is it city like? Or is it more of a small Italian town feel?
How long would you stay in Parma? I know this doesn't have to do specifically with the theatre but I'd appreciate the input.
Thanks!
plazeski
Roxbury, CT65 contributions
We stayed three days in Parma, concentrating on the historic center only. It is a good walking city, many beautiful and interesting sites to visit. Great restaurants, local cuisine and wine are superlative. Stay in the historic center, you'll not need a car until you leave for your next destination.
girasolely
Soragna, Italy18 contributions
ciao, per un bambino di 6 anni è interessante o può risultare noioso? il complesso di teatro farnese e galleria nazionale?
Lorenzo P
17 contributions
Ciao, anche io ho portato mia figlia di 6 anni e non si è annoiata . Diciamo che non devi far durare la visita più di quel tanto , ma nel complesso gli è piaciuto
Francesca-bill
Los Angeles, CA31 contributions
il cibo come era ?
Francesca-bill
Los Angeles, CA31 contributions
il TEATRO FARNESE è una vera meravigli8a del 600 ma non è un ristorante .Non si mangia qui.
ConnieFinnemore
Cape Town Central, South Africa20 contributions
Good day
What is on at the Teatro Farnese 20 - 25 October please?
Regards
Connie
Francesca-bill
Los Angeles, CA31 contributions
This marvellous theatre to day is not an ordinary theatre but ONLY a fantastic museum ,a unique example of a Court theatre built in the XVII c. to astonish Cosimo De Medici who was expected to visit Parma.
Only ONCE a few years ago on the occasion of VERDI FESTIVAL a couple of Verdi's operas were performed. Therefore nothing is on now BUT you can expect to ENJOY one of the most beautiful sights you can ever think of.
Brondi B
Israel22 contributions
We will be in Parma area from May 1 - 5, 2015. Is there anything going on at the theater during this time period that we may attend?
Are there afternoon visiting hours at the theater?
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- We recommend booking Teatro Farnese tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 4 Teatro Farnese tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Teatro Farnese:
- (0.22 km) Opera B&B
- (0.20 km) Mercure Parma Stendhal
- (0.13 km) Alma central & elegant
- (0.21 km) La Pilotta R&B
- (0.27 km) Hotel Torino
- Restaurants near Teatro Farnese:
- (0.14 km) The American Cakes Factory
- (0.22 km) Osteria dei Servi
- (0.23 km) La Greppia
- (0.24 km) Antica Osteria della Ghiaia
- (0.26 km) Osteria del Teatro