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The Dallara Academy is an exhibition and educational center with a modern and visionary design, conceived by Giampaolo Dallara to share over 50 years of passion and expertise in the world of motorsports. Inaugurated in 2018 in Varano de' Melegari, it extends across two floors connected by a dramatic walkable glass ramp. The ground floor houses reception areas and educational workshops, while the first floor houses the 350-seat auditorium and the MUNER university area. The exhibition features legendary cars such as the Miura, IndyCars, Le Mans prototypes, Formula 3 and Formula E cars, and the Dallara Stradale. The architectural design, by Atelier(s) Alfonso Femia, is inspired by the harmonious assembly of mechanical parts and enhances the surrounding landscape with a curved glass wall. A place where innovation, education, and speed meet.

Birthplace of parmesan, prosciutto, and balsamic vinegar, it’s no surprise that Parma is considered the capital of Emilia Romagna’s “Food Valley”. With this private food tour, enjoy exclusive access to small producers and learn how authentic Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, Prosciutto di Parma ham, and Aceto Balsamico are made and aged. Relax over tastings at each stop and end with lunch featuring local ham, cheese, and ravioli served with wine.

The Italian city of Parma is most famous for its gastronomic specialties—Parmesan cheese and Parma ham—but it’s also renowned for its iconic Violetta di Parma perfume, which dates back to the 18th century. With this private tour, discover Parma, the City of Perfume, as you browse the botanical flowers of Ducale Park, visit a historic perfumery, and stop by the Violetta di Parma 1930 shop and the Acqua di Parma store. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to purchase perfumes and other cosmetics.

Visit the beautiful city of Parma... with Audiogiro audio guides! Choose this tour (Italian, English, French and German language) to discover the city with the voice of an advanced digital guide. All audio guides were first checked by a historian to verify their reliability. You will always know where you are, thanks to the geolocation of our navigation map. Start the tour from wherever you want! If you prefer offline listening, remember to download the audio tracks first. Within 24 hours you will receive a link from us to redeem the minutes for the audio-guided tour. After that, all you have to do is start exploring the map. No need to download external apps!

A fantastic experience in the heart of the Food Valley to discover three world-class products: Parmigiano Reggiano and Parma Ham and the wines of the Parma hills.

On this private, half-day tour, discover why the Emilia-Romagna region is world-famous amongst food lovers. Follow your guide to a dairy where Parmigiano Reggiano is produced, learn how the “king of cheese” is made, and enjoy samples. You also do plenty of tasting when you visit a Prosciutto di Parma producer. In between, pause for a photo opportunity foothills of the medieval village of Torrechiara, famed for its enormous castle.

Discover Parma's treasures with ease during this half-day Segway tour that's easy to fit into any itinerary. View landmarks like Pilotta Palace, Piazza San Francesco, the St. John the Evangelist complex, and Piazza Duomo. Immerse yourself in city life at Piazza Garibaldi and visit the Church of the Steccata. Plus, pass by Teatro Regio and wind down at Ducal Garden.

Cantina Luretta is one of the most renowned wineries in the Colli Piacentini region of Italy. Our winery located under the Castello di Momeliano near Piacenza offers a guided wine tasting experience and a tour of the ancient cellars for enthusiasts who want to immerse themselves in our production and Italian wine culture.

Our certified guide will lead you to discover all the secrets of Cremona and its monuments. Let yourself be captivated by the grandeur of the Cathedral, which houses centuries of history and art and then fall in love with Cremona admiring it from the top of the Torrazzo, which with its 500 steps is also configured as a timeless vertical museum. Discover the Roman origins of the city in the Baptistery of the square, which houses precious Romanesque stones and finally admire the works of art preserved at the Diocesan Museum. Finally, lose yourself in the streets of the center, admiring the historic shops and learning everything there is to know about the cultural and artistic life of the city!

Discover the art of traditional balsamic vinegar making in Modena, followed by a visit to the iconic Ferrari Museum in Maranello. Experience the history of balsamic vinegar production with a guided tour and tasting. Then, explore Ferrari's legacy with a self-guided tour of vintage cars and F1 single-seaters. Enjoy a scenic day in Emilia-Romagna, with professional guide and transportation included.

Discover the authentic flavors of Parma on this small-group food tour, available as a half-day or full-day experience. Meet at 8:00 am at Parma Central Train Station and enjoy a scenic drive through the rolling hills of Langhirano, home to some of Italy’s most iconic specialties. Visit family-run producers to see how Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma are made, with guided tastings that bring local traditions to life. If you choose the full-day option, enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, featuring classic dishes and the iconic torta fritta. In the afternoon, travel through the countryside to the Castle of Torrechiara. Admission is included, along with a brief introduction to the castle’s history by a local guide, followed by free time to explore independently. Ideal for food lovers seeking an authentic experience, combining local flavors, scenic landscapes, and cultural heritage in a relaxed small-group setting.

A journey to discover Parma and its traditions to get to know the culinary traditions for which this area is famous during this 6-hour food tour. Visit a cheese factory. Learn about the famous Parma ham. End the tour in a typical restaurant, where you will enjoy all the products of the territory and taste local wines like Lambrusco and Malvasia.

Are you looking for a way to see Parma without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Cross the city’s piazzas and go down its alleys while learning about the Middle Ages, Italy’s unification, ancient Rome and how Parma isn’t just a culinary jewel in Europe’s crown • Hear from producer Mike Corradi, the author behind A History of Italy Podcast • Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Get more out of your time in Parma by setting off on an adventure that ticks off Maranello’s FerrarI Museum and a balsamic vinegar farmhouse in Modena in a day. To save time waiting to buy tickets, entry to the Ferrari Museum is included, as well as a guided tour and tasting session with a balsamic vinegar producer.

This hands-on workshop will immerse you in the ancient art of mosaic making, leaving you with your very own hand made souvenir. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, you will be able to make something beautiful during these few hours at Giuseppe's workshop. Whilst you are making your mosaics, you’ll learn about the history of the art form in the region, as well as Giuseppe's own story about his mosaics in Parma (which you will have already noticed along the streets). We want the day to be fun and relaxing for your whole group, so if there is anything specific we can do to accommodate you, please let us know.

Discover the authentic heart of Parma on this small-group half-day or full-day tour through the Bassa Parmigiana, near the Po River — homeland of the renowned Culatello and rich culinary traditions. Visit an authentic Parmigiano Reggiano dairy farm to see how the “King of Cheeses” is made and enjoy a guided tasting. Continue to the Culatello Museum at Corte Pallavicina, set in historic cellars, to learn how this exclusive cured meat is produced and aged, followed by a complimentary tasting. With the full-day option, extend the experience with lunch in a local restaurant for a true taste of Parma cuisine. In the afternoon, choose one activity: • Visit the Giuseppe Verdi Theatre, a late-19th-century jewel dedicated to the composer • Explore the Royal Palace of Colorno, the “Versailles of Parma,” and its gardens • Enjoy the Po River Regional Park with an easy walk. This tour combines iconic food, cultural heritage, and countryside charm.

Start of the tour at Palazzo del Podestà, in the heart of ancient Parma, dominated by civic buildings of medieval foundation, the guided tour continues along the ancient Roman cardo towards Piazza del Duomo, one of the most harmonious and best preserved squares in Italy. In this spectacular setting, testimony to the long history of Parma since the early Christian epoch, we will visit the solemn Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, a jewel of Romanesque art, the Bishop's Palace which houses the Diocesan Museum with original masterpieces by Benedetto Antelami, who is also the designer of the magnificent Baptistery of San Giovanni, an absolute medieval masterpiece of architecture, sculpture and painting.

Nonetheless Parma is quite a small town it offers many outstanding monuments and art. Our knowledgeable English-speaking tour guide will lead you to discover the marvels of this charming town, in Piazza del Duomo, the heart of the city, you’ll find the main cathedral, with stunning frescoes by Correggio, and the baptistery, a great example of Romanesque architecture. Then the Farnese theatre, dating back to the 17th century, one of the most renowned wooden theatres that still stands today. The theatre is part of the Pilotta palace, a huge complex that houses the picture gallery, with amazing paintings and sculptures – where is possible admire the works of Leonardo Da Vinci, Canaletto, Parmigianino, Guercino, and many others. Be sure to bring a huge bag with you, we are sure you will not resist to fill it with the local products!

Join this private walking tour led by a local guide to discover the beautiful city of Parma and get to know the different nuances that history, art, culture and tradition have left in the so-called 'small capital'. Discover the medieval epoch, the rich legacy of Renaissance art, the splendor of the Farnese era, the Bourbon reconstruction of the state, the happy period under the rule of the Duchess Maria Luigia of Austria and, finally, the contemporary era. Follow you guide and explore the church of St. John the Evangelist, the central Piazza Duomo and its monuments, the basilica of Santa Maria della Steccata. You'll also pass along the Teatro Regio, the "Palazzo della Pilotta" and the Ducal Palace and will get to know their histories and importance in town through the words of your guide. Just one tip: don't forget to bring your camera with you.