Cheap Flights to Piacenza

Located between the Apennines and Po river valle, Piacenza is at the western end of Italy’s Emilia Romagna region. The beautiful Gothic town known for its sumptuous food and rich heritage allures tourists from several parts of the world. The lush greenery and mansions that adorn the landscape of the city are worth mentioning. You can visit Piacenza any time of the year owing to its pleasant moderate climate. However, it is during autumn and spring seasons that the city witnesses maximum visitors.

To avail cheap flights to Piacenza, you will have to go to the nearby Parma Airport which is less than 70 km from the city. Another alternative for you is the Linate Airport. Both the airports are connected to major Italian and European cities.

There is no shortage of sightseeing options in Piacenza. The two squares of the city Piazza dei Cavalli and Piazza Duomo are always bustling with crowd. The town hall also called Palazzo Gotico was built way back in 1281. One edifice that attracts lots of travelers in this picturesque city is Palazzo Farnese, a former residence of the Dukes of Parma with an origin dating back to the 16th century. It now has an art gallery named Pinacoteca and 4 other museums. The two churches - Church of San Sisto and Church of Sant’Antonio also get plenty of footfalls.

You can cover places in the city by foot or resort to available public transport options. However, if you collect brochures and city map from the Tourist Information Office near Piazza Cavalli, it will be helpful. It is also prudent that you hire a car and cover adjacent locations in the province. Nearby popular sites worth a visit include Castell'Arquato, a beautiful medieval village and Vigolo Marchese. All these mansions and edifices along with the availability of cheap flights to Piacenza add to its appeal for Italy travelers.

There are hotels of various types in this city and you can also opt for decent B&B setups. However, from convenience perspective, opt for hotels in Piacenza which are near to the station or at outskirts of the city.