Museum
Galleria nazionale di Parma
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The Galleria nazionale di Parma is the city's premier art museum, housed within the Palazzo della Pilotta. Its collection focuses on Emilian painting from the 15th to 18th centuries, with standout works by Correggio and Parmigianino, both native to Parma. The gallery also holds Leonardo da Vinci's 'La Scapigliata,' an unfinished portrait of a woman with tousled hair, and works by Canaletto, El Greco, and Tintoretto. The galleries are arranged chronologically, allowing visitors to trace the evolution of style from Gothic to Baroque. The museum is less crowded than major Italian galleries, offering an intimate experience with world-class art.
Don't miss
- Correggio's 'Madonna of the Bowl' and 'The Deposition'
- Parmigianino's 'Turkish Slave' and 'Self-Portrait in a Convex Mirror'
- Leonardo da Vinci's 'La Scapigliata'
- Works by Canaletto and El Greco
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Galleria nazionale di Parma
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inParma Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local4.7★ · 42 travelers4–5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$7 per personSee dates →
Most bookedFlorence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included4.8★ · 7,621 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$56 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleHalf Day Private Parmigiano Reggiano and Parma Ham Experience5★ · 88 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$186 per personSee dates →More attractions in Parma