What to do near Calestano, PR

Parma Ham Museum

A tale of excellent raw materials and skilled hands, because as one charcuterie maker said, "to make a good ham, you need half pig and half man."

Felino Salami Museum

In the intimate atmosphere of a castle cellar, a small museum reveals the tale of a prince and his long history, from his humble beginnings to his victories

The castle of Torrechiara, among the most beautiful in Italy

Set on a hill, by vineyards and rich in frescoes, the castle of Torrechiara dominates the Parma valley

Wine Museum

Right here begins the long love affair between us Italians and a good glass of wine, thanks to the Celts who saved us from the watered-down habits of the Greeks and Latins

The Tomato Museum at the Court of Giarola

Life, death and miracles of the tomato, a surprising source of pride for the province of Parma.

Pasta Museum

Everything you always wanted to know but never dared to ask about the queen of the Italian table.

Berzieri Spa, an Art Deco masterpiece

The ritual of the waters at Terme Berzieri in Salsomaggiore, a glittering cathedral of the Belle Epoque.

Madonna della Steccata in Parma, between renaissance and baroque

A large church of late Renaissance forms holds a masterpiece by Parmigianino

The Regio di Parma in the sign of Giuseppe Verdi

Grand opera and neoclassical atmospheres: on the stage of one of Italy's historic theaters

The Pilotta, the dream of the Farnese family

Home to museums, a beautiful contemporary garden and the magnificent Farnese Theater