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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Parma

9 stays · 6 aparthotels and 3 serviced apartments

Aparthotels and serviced apartments work well in Parma because the city rewards slow stays: a compact centre, food markets and fairs, and an opera season keep visitors for several days, and trade fairs bring business travellers. A kitchen is handy in a city famous for Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma, which Wikipedia and the regional tourism board associate with the city. For a general comparison, read aparthotel vs hotel.

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Where to stay in Parma

Historic centre and Piazza Duomo

  • first-time visitors
  • sightseeing
  • food

Wikivoyage describes Parma Vecchia as the historic core around Piazza Duomo, with the Cathedral and Baptistery. Wikipedia says the cathedral was begun in 1090 and has dome frescoes by Correggio, and that the Baptistery is built of pink Verona marble. Wikivoyage says virtually everything in the historic centre is within easy walking distance.

Stays in or near Historic centre and Piazza Duomo

Oltretorrente and Parco Ducale

  • parks
  • long stays
  • quieter stays

Wikivoyage describes Oltretorrente as the part of Parma on the western side of the Parma stream, with the Parco Ducale and the Palazzo del Giardino, a Farnese-era building. It lies across the stream from the Palazzo della Pilotta and the centre, so it suits guests who want green space nearby and a slightly calmer feel while staying close to the main sights.

Stays in or near Oltretorrente and Parco Ducale

Station area

  • train travel
  • business travel
  • short stays

Wikipedia notes that Parma sits on the Milan to Bologna railway line. Staying near the station keeps arrivals and departures simple and still leaves the centre within walking distance, which suits business trips and onward rail journeys.

Stays in or near Station area

Getting around Parma

Wikivoyage says Parma is served by Giuseppe Verdi Airport, about 3 km north-west of the city, though Bologna's airport has more flight options. Wikipedia says the nearest international airport is Bologna Guglielmo Marconi, 94 km east of Parma. The Milan to Bologna railway passes through the city, and Wikivoyage lists direct train service to both.

In town, Wikivoyage says almost everything in the historic centre is within easy walking distance and that cycling is popular. Wikipedia says Parma has had a trolleybus system since 1953, and the Emilia Romagna tourism board lists the centre's three main plazas, which are all close together.

Living in Parma for longer

For longer stays, choose a base within walking distance of the centre so that daily errands are easy on foot. Wikipedia mentions the European Food Safety Authority, which is based in the city, and the tourism board lists trade fairs such as Mercanteinfiera and Cibus, so demand can rise around events.

A kitchen lets you cook with local ingredients: the tourism board lists Parmigiano Reggiano, culatello and handmade pasta such as cappelletti and anolini. Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation covers what to check if you plan to stay a month or more.

When to visit Parma

Festival Verdi is the main cultural event: the Teatro Regio website says it runs in September and October, and the tourism board places it in October. The tourism board also lists a Festival of Prosciutto in September, and trade fairs at the Fairs of Parma such as Mercanteinfiera and Cibus (the latter every two years).

For exact performance dates, check the Teatro Regio programme.

Emilia-Romagna's tourism board describes a centre built around three plazas: Piazza Garibaldi, Piazza Duomo with the Cathedral and Baptistery, and Piazza della Pilotta. Wikipedia says Parma is the region's second-largest city after Bologna, and notes that it became a UNESCO City of Gastronomy. For the wider country, see Italy and the regional capital Bologna.

Long-stay tips for Parma

Of the 9 properties here, 2 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 1 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 5 include some form of housekeeping and 2 have a 24-hour front desk. If you are staying more than a few nights, compare the facts box on each property page first.

6 properties list a full kitchen and 3 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.

Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 30 m².

Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.

Other cities in Italy

Comparing destinations? See aparthotels in Rimini, Milan, Rome, Florence, Trieste, Riva del Garda, Naples and Vieste.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Parma?

The historic centre around Piazza Duomo suits first-time visitors. Oltretorrente suits those who want the Ducal Park nearby, and the station area suits rail travellers.

How do I get to Parma from Milan or Bologna?

Wikivoyage lists direct train service from both cities, and Wikipedia says the Milan to Bologna railway line passes through Parma.

Does Parma have an airport?

Yes. Wikivoyage places Giuseppe Verdi Airport about 3 km north-west of the city, and says Bologna's airport has more flight options.

When is the Verdi Festival in Parma?

The Teatro Regio says Festival Verdi takes place in September and October at the Teatro Regio di Parma.

Is the centre of Parma walkable?

Yes. Wikivoyage says virtually everything in the historic centre is within easy and leisurely walking distance, and that cycling is popular.

How many aparthotels are there in Parma?

We currently list 9 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Parma.

Do aparthotels in Parma have kitchens?

9 of the 9 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

Which aparthotels in Parma have a washing machine?

2 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.

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