Teatro Regio (Parma)

Theater Prominent Parma opera house with 19th-century origins

Parma’s Teatro Regio is a centre for operatic performance and is closely associated with Giuseppe Verdi. Visitors come for staged operas, seasonal festivals and the theatre’s recognized acoustic and musical traditions.

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The Teatro Regio is Parma’s principal opera house and a major cultural institution in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. It dates from the early 19th century and hosts opera, orchestral concerts and festivals tied to Parma’s musical heritage.

The theatre’s programming often emphasizes Italian opera and the works of Giuseppe Verdi; it is a focal point for regional opera seasons and special events. The building has been renovated and upgraded over time to meet modern performance standards while preserving its historical role.

Located in central Parma, the theatre is within easy walking distance of the city’s main squares and transport links.

  • Verdi connection: Founded in the early 19th century, the Teatro Regio in Parma is strongly associated with Giuseppe Verdi and the city's long operatic tradition.
Teatro Regio (Parma)
Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi 5, 43121 Parma PR, Italy (Teatro Regio)
44.8031, 10.3273
Ticket prices vary; guided tours occasionally available through the theatre box office

How to Get to Teatro Regio (Parma) #

Teatro Regio di Parma is in central Parma near Piazza Garibaldi. It is a short walk from Parma train station (about 10-15 minutes) and accessible via local buses that serve the city centre.

Tips for Visiting Teatro Regio (Parma) #

  • Book tickets in advance for popular opera and symphony performances - the theatre has limited seating.
  • Look for the building's decorative program in the foyer and lobby; many details date to 19th-century renovations.
  • Combine a visit with a walk through Parma's historic centre and a meal at a local trattoria - Parma is gourmet country.

Best Time to Visit Teatro Regio (Parma) #

The theatre's main season runs October-May; check the calendar for premieres and special events.

Autumn-Spring (seasonal programming)
October-May · 5-20°C
Main opera and symphonic seasons run in these months - full programming and premieres.
Summer
June-August · 15-30°C
Reduced programming but the city hosts festivals and open-air concerts.

Weather & Climate near Teatro Regio (Parma) #

Climate

Teatro Regio (Parma)'s climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (774 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 63 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.6h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 28°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
18° 31°
54%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
18° 30°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 25°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
18°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

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