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Shopping The guide was updated: 2024-04-07

Italian fashion and food are the key themes for visiting Parma. The city centre is full of fashion boutiques: the most important shopping streets are via Garibaldi, Strada della Repubblica, via Cavour, via Mazzini and via Massimo D’Azeglio. Spend some time unhurriedly browsing clothes, leather goods and stylish shoes — treat yourself!

For food, there are many shops with not only Parma ham and Parmesan cheese, but also an impressive variety of salted pork meats (try culatello and Felino salami), pasta and wines.

In the many pastry shops, you can pick up the typical Parma cake called the Duchessa Maria Luigia and sweets called violette di Parma (violets of Parma). Violetta di Parma is also the name of the essence made in honour of the Duchess Maria Luigia — an olfactory gem of the region.

Lastly, Parma has also a district of antiques shops and art galleries, which are located along Strada Farini, via XXII luglio and Strada della Repubblica.

Fidenza Village

Fidenza Village

Located at only 30 minutes’ drive away from the centre of Parma, Fidenza Village is a shopping complex where savvy shoppers can delight in discounted clothes, shoes, bags and accessories from the most famous designers past collections. Take a break in-between your hectic shopping in one of the several restaurants and cafes located here while glancing through your shopping bags.

La Galleria

La Galleria

Occupying a former industrial area where Barilla products used to be made, this shopping centre has little left of its original designation. While Accademia Barilla cooking school is still up and running, most of the space is occupied now by a variety of stores and boutiques, selling everything from clothes to accessories, beauty products and home decor.

Torrefazione Anceschi

Torrefazione Anceschi

As everybody knows, there is nothing more Italian than a good espresso. If you want to take a bit of this tasty specialty with you, visit Torrefazione Anceschi. It is the oldest roastery and coffee shop in the city. Here, you can both enjoy a fresh cup of coffee on the spot or buy some beans to take home with you.

Antique Dealers Neighborhood

Antique Dealers Neighborhood

In the heart of Parma, this curious district is the right place where to look for particular objects and ancient treasures. In between of Strada Farini, Borgo al Collegio Maria Luigia and Strada Repubblica, you will find workshops, art studios and antique dealers of all kind.

Antiques Market

Antiques Market

If you are on the lookout for unique objects, reminders of the old good days, Parma gives you the chance to satisfy your yearning. Every Thursday, a vintage market is organised in Galleria Bassa dei Magnani under the arcades of the Old hospital — right in the city centre. You have the best selection available from 8am to 5pm.

Camiceria Zanini

Camiceria Zanini

Another high point of the “Made in Italy” production is certainly tailored suits. If you want to take home a custom shirt from your travel in Parma, Camiceria Zanini is the right place for you. This tailor's shop has been open since 1939. Its long history speaks for itself.

Cartasogno

Cartasogno

This is a one in a million shop. At Cartasogno you will find hundreds of creations and objects of every kind, so well-done that you won't believe that they are all made with paper! That's right, paper! Here, you will find not only unique souvenirs, but also amazing furniture pieces and elegant presents for your friends.

Ave Caprice

Ave Caprice

In this creative laboratory, you will find unique pieces of costume jewellery. Starting from precious materials, the artisans create amazing works of wearable art. Here, glass, natural stone, resin and silver become beautiful jewels — perfect as presents as well as souvenirs.

Salumeria Garibaldi

Salumeria Garibaldi

You cannot leave Parma without taking home with you some of the specialties of the place. In Salumeria Garibaldi you will find all sorts of cured meats and cheeses, as well as ready meals. Of course, here you can also buy parma ham and parmesan cheese, all the typical handmade pastas and sauces.

Caseificio Ugolotti

Caseificio Ugolotti

Another tasty souvenir that you cannot miss to buy in Parma is the famous parmesan cheese. To find the most authentic one you may need to go a bit out of the city centre, but it can be also a good excuse to have a look at the stunning Parmesan countryside. At Caseificio Ugolotti, you will also find many other artisanal food products. If you book a couple of days in advance, you can count on a guided tour that gives you a fascinating insight into the world of Italian cheese making. Caseificio Ugolotti is an important part of many culinary tours of the Parma region.

Pasta Venusti

Pasta Venusti

Pastificio Venusti produces fresh handmade pasta since 1984, maintaining alive the tradition of making pasta in accordance with the best practice. Tortelli, cappelletti, gnocchi, chicche — you can choose your favourite type and take home with you a bit of the delicacy made in Italy.

Prosciutto di Parma Festival

Prosciutto di Parma Festival

If you are lucky enough, you will be in Parma during the celebration of one of its most famous local product: the parma ham. Normally, the Prosciutto di Parma Festival lasts ten days between August and September. You can visit the places where this delicacy is produced and taste numerous variations of the classic recipe.

Panorama Commercial Mall

Panorama Commercial Mall

Panorama is a shopping mall, where anything — from groceries to clothing and all sorts of personal items — can be found. Among the most famous brands presented here are for example Stroili, Oltre, Bata and many others. If you need a break from shopping you can choose between numerous bars and restaurants.

Vintage Market

Vintage Market

Each Tuesday a tiny vintage market (Fiera del Vintage) is set in Parma city centre. Let yourself be amazed by the hidden treasures you will discover among the stalls. In the midst of all these antiques, second-hand objects and vintage accessories you won't be able to leave the market without buying something!

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