At Christmas, Parma glows with lights and a magical festive atmosphere, offering themed events, music, and the timeless beauty of a city ready to welcome you.
Day 1: Colorno and Sweet Delights
In the afternoon, visit the Reggia di Colorno – the “little Versailles” of the Dukes of Parma – with its Italian-style gardens and its elegant, frescoed, fully furnished rooms. Afterwards, transfer to Parma.
Check in at a three-star hotel.
Later in the afternoon, enjoy a sweet treat with Biscotti della Duchessa and other delicacies in a historic chocolate and gelato shop overlooking Piazza Duomo. Free time and dinner at your leisure.
Day 2: Parma — Beauty and Flavour
Breakfast at the hotel.
10:00 am: Parma City Tour — a guided outdoor tour of the historic centre, with its monuments and squares beautifully decorated for Christmas.
Free time for lunch.
3:30 pm: Guided visit to the exhibition Giacomo Balla – A Universe of Light.
After the visit, enjoy an aperitif and a tasting of local specialities at the Gran Caffè of the Teatro Regio.
Dinner at your leisure.
Day 3: Christmas Markets and Palazzo Pilotta
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free time to explore the Christmas markets in Piazza Ghiaia and throughout Parma’s historic centre — perfect for browsing, shopping and finding festive gifts.
Lunch at your leisure.
3:00 pm: Guided visit to the Teatro Farnese and the National Gallery, masterpieces housed within the monumental Pilotta complex.
