Teatro Farnese, Parma: Address, Phone Number, Teatro Farnese Reviews: 5/5
Teatro Farnese
Teatro Farnese
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Splendida ricostruzione di teatro farnesiano nel palazzo della pilotta
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Jean-Paul B
Loule, Portugal76 contributions
Spectacular theater
Sep 2020
Due to the Covid, the theater was almost empty. This theater is very impressive by its size and the tremendous seating area all in wood. A visit is a must.
Written 12 November 2020
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CaLeSoNo S
Sao Paulo, SP10 contributions
It made me drop my jaw...
Jul 2020
Such an interesting place with a fascinating story. When you consider the size of it, when and why it was built I am sure it will make you wonder
Written 20 August 2020
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Whitefish8
London104 contributions
Fantastic
Jul 2020
Great to visit this amazing theatre with very few people (there were two others when we visited). The Fornastetti plates sitting in seats was a great idea. This theatre is early 17th C and you can see all the ancient beams as you walk behind. Really kool.
Written 3 August 2020
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Meghan J
Lugano, Switzerland69 contributions
Make it your first stop in Parma!
Jul 2020
Wow, wow and wow! Absolutely jaw-dropping in magnificence, and a must see if you're in Parma (or really worth a trip if you're near the city.)
As an added bonus, if you visit before February 14, 2021 there's a wonderful exhibit at the theater, "Fornasetto. Theatrum Mundi" which celebrates the Fornasetti design house, architecture and the works of the Palazzo della Pilotta. The use of the Fornasetti plates in the theater was fantastic - took the experience to the next level!
As an added bonus, if you visit before February 14, 2021 there's a wonderful exhibit at the theater, "Fornasetto. Theatrum Mundi" which celebrates the Fornasetti design house, architecture and the works of the Palazzo della Pilotta. The use of the Fornasetti plates in the theater was fantastic - took the experience to the next level!
Written 2 August 2020
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Snoekvis
Adelaide, Australia7 contributions
A hidden gem
Aug 2019
Right in the centre of the city, but hidden from immediate view, just step inside this magnificent construction and be blown away. The theatre is constructed entirely from wood, and so has very special colours and acoustics. It reminded me a little of the theatre in Vincenza.
Written 13 February 2020
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dottawa
Boston, MA36 contributions
Great place to visit!
Dec 2019
Really nice place to visit, we were there for only an hour but we enjoyed it. Staff could a little bit more “smiley”, they sounds bored. Irecommend the place.
Written 20 December 2019
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cordyroy
Mobile, AL2,273 contributions
Quite Extraordinary
Oct 2019 • Couples
If you see nothing else in Parma, see this! We have never seen a wooden theater this large. It must have been splendid when painted.
Admission is included with the National Gallery.
Admission is included with the National Gallery.
Written 26 November 2019
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Thor E
Reykjavik, Iceland40 contributions
Extraordinary theatre inside a Palazzo
Nov 2019
I went to see this theatre in Parma, which is insde the Palazzo del Pilotta in Parma. The original was built in the early 17th century, in the Baroque style, but standing in the middle of it is an interesting experience. It was bombed an nearly destroyed in WWII, but re-constructed after the war. They do have performances there although not when I visited. The palace is a museum, and quite impressive in itself, with a small, magnificent picture by Leonardo da Vinci.
Written 24 November 2019
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Blossom96
Sydney, Australia52 contributions
Wonderful
Oct 2019 • Friends
It was great to be able to walk around inside the theatre. The history of the theatre was interesting & well presented. There was a video showing how it is still used for concerts throughout the year.
Written 15 November 2019
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Brian M
Oxford, UK558 contributions
Impressive
Aug 2019
The copy of the original Teatro Farnese is within the Pilotta Palace. The original was destroyed during the World War II in 1944. The copy is an exact replica of the 17th century theatre and it is well worth seeing it.
Written 9 November 2019
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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
Michigan161 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, FL8 contributions
We will be in Parma on September 13th. Does Teatro Farnese have any event for that night?
Thanks, Roberto
Gingerpumpkin
North Wales265 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, CA580 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
Israel19 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?
JoanWilkinHill
Eastham, MA21 contributions
What events are scheduled between October 12, 2015 and October 18, 2015?
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- Hotels near Teatro Farnese:
- (0.22 km) Opera B&B
- (0.20 km) Mercure Parma Stendhal
- (0.21 km) La Pilotta R&B
- (0.27 km) Hotel Torino
- (0.39 km) Palazzo Dalla Rosa Prati
- Restaurants near Teatro Farnese:
- (0.14 km) The American Cakes Factory
- (0.20 km) Gelateria la Pilotta
- (0.22 km) Osteria dei Servi
- (0.24 km) Antica Osteria della Ghiaia
- (0.23 km) La Greppia