Parma

Parma is a city in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy, and it is best known as a culinary capital. Its name is linked to two foods that are sold and eaten throughout the country: Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and Prosciutto di Parma.

What a visit offers

• Food. The city is a natural base for tasting the local products, from the hard, granular cheese to the cured ham that bears the Parma name.
• Setting. Parma sits in the heart of Emilia-Romagna, so a stay here pairs easily with trips to the wider region and its towns.
• Pace. It suits travellers who want to slow down around the table and explore on foot.

Planning your trip

Parma works well as a short stay for anyone interested in Italian food and regional traditions. Visitors who enjoy learning how a product is made may find the cheese and ham the most rewarding part of their time here. Because the facts available for this entry are limited, check current details such as opening times and transport before you set out.