Top Parma Day Trips

Skip the tourist food on your trip to Parma, and discover the local delicacies for which the Emilia Romagna region is famed. On a day-long tour, you’ll visit the producers of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, Parma ham, and Modena balsamic vinegar, enjoying tours and tastings at each site. Even better: Numbers are capped at just eight per tour, for a more intimate small-group experience.

Go behind the scenes to find out how one of Italy's most famous cheeses is made with this 2-hour tours of a parmigiano-reggiano cheese factory in Parma. Cap off your tour with a cheese tasting with bubble local wine.

Emilia Romagna is renowned for its culinary delights, and this private full-day food tour offers an immersive experience in the region's Food Valley, including a visit to Parma. Choose to drive yourself or have a professional driver, then enjoy visits to producers of Parmigiano-Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma, and traditional balsamic vinegar. Lunch includes local wines and typical dishes, providing a true taste of the area’s specialties.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the production of some of the most authentic foods in the Emilia-Romagna region and all of Italy on this full-day food tour. Discover how Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Prosciutto ham, and Balsamic vinegar are made, and sample plenty of each while you visit farms and factories with a small group and guide.

Taste the traditional flavors of Emilia-Romagna on this half- or full-day food tour. Go to the source of Parma ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and learn about how these exceptional products are made. Upgrade to sample traditional balsamic vinegar and get a feeling for the local life with lunch at a small trattoria. Round-trip transportation from Parma on a mini shuttle bus is included.

Parma is known as one of Italy's culinary capitals—and this small-group, half-day tour makes tasting the best of the region simple. Following pickup from central Parma, travel beyond city limits to a Parmigiano Reggiano factory where you'll go on a behind-the-scenes tour and tasting. Next, see how prosciutto di Parma is produced, and enjoy a tasting accompanied by sparkling wine, before returning to Parma proper.

This tour Is designed to meet the needs of those travelers who would like to know the typical Parma Products: cheese, ham and balsamic. If you don't want to see a ham factory, I also suggest a Lambrusco winery. Our companies are small and family-run and you can speak with the owners. It will be fun! There will be plenty of tastings! You are going to real factories. We can start at any time, even in the afternoon, if the morning is not possible for you.

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.

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.

A food and wine tour through breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable views. A private local guide will be dedicated to you and your family throughout the day and will answer your questions, explaining what you are observing step by step. Our experience starts in the early morning with a visit to a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy, a small company that handles the entire supply chain. You’ll see the whole production process of the king of cheeses. The visit will end with a delicious vertical tasting of cheese. You will learn how to taste it like a cheese sommelier, analyzing it through the sense of sight, smell and taste. We will discover the secrets of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar, visiting a small family business tied to the territory and its traditions, soaking in the atmosphere of the old days. Our morning experience will end with a visit to an organic winery followed by lunch and wine tasting. We will complete our food immersion with a visit to a Parma ham plant followed by tasting.

Discover the food of Parma during a day-long private tour of the city's culinary highlights. The experience includes a visit to a Parmigiano-Reggiano factory, a Parma ham production house, and a balsamic vinegar "acetaia" as well as a traditional local restaurant for lunch and wine. When you book, you can opt to have included transport or use your own vehicle to save a few euros.

Embark on a one of a kind journey through Emilia-Romagna, where world-class gastronomy meets Italian engineering excellence. This full-day tour will take you through the iconic flavors and innovations of the region, offering an immersive experience into the production of Parmigiano Reggiano, cutting edge motorsport technology, and the finest local wines. This 8 hours itinerary includes visits to the Parmigiano Reggiano dairy farm and a guided tour of Dallara Academy, along with a wine tasting in one of the most stunning cellar locations. In the afternoon, we’ll explore the charming history of Fontanellato Castle. A complimentary picnic lunch is included, allowing you to savor local cuisine while enjoying the view of the surrounding vineyards and hills.

Join us on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Italy’s culinary heritage. Whether departing from Parma or Cinque Terre, this tour immerses you in the traditions of Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma. Explore charming Apennine villages, enjoy an e-bike adventure, and savor local delicacies, including the famous porcini mushroom. Relax with an overnight stay in a cozy hotel, complete with a delicious breakfast. With breathtaking landscapes and authentic flavors, this experience is a perfect blend of nature, tradition, and gastronomy.

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.

Indulge in a unique gastronomic journey through the Food Valley, unveiling the artistry behind Parmigiano Reggiano, Parma Ham, and the wines of the Parma hills. Witness live Parmesan production, from extraction to maturation, culminating in a tasting of two cheese ages paired with local wine. Venture to Langhirano, birthplace of Parma ham, for an immersive tour and a delectable tasting of 24-month-aged ham with homemade bread and regional wine. Conclude in the picturesque Parma hills, exploring vineyards and savoring the expertise of winemaking with a tasting of exquisite white and red wines. A distinctive blend of culture, craftsmanship, and culinary delights awaits in this unforgettable tour.

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.

Explore the scenic hills of Modena with a unique tour that delves into the heart of Italian gastronomy. Visit a family-run organic winery to learn about the art of winemaking and enjoy tastings of three regional wines. Discover the secrets of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena in a historic vinegar cellar, where the rich aromas and ancient barrels tell a story of tradition. Conclude your journey with a guided tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano, artisanal focaccia, and Prosciutto Crudo, perfectly paired with the wines and vinegars you've sampled.

Discover Parma’s culinary scene on a half-day food tour that includes lunch and wine. Visit a local Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese maker and a Parma ham producer, where you’ll learn about the city’s two most famous exports. End at a restaurant for a 3-course meal that features typical dishes like pasta, salami, and dessert, plus coffee and regional wine like Lambrusco and Malvasia. This tour operates in two ways: either your own car with a guide or with a tour driver and vehicle.

A fantastic experience in the heart of the Food Valley to discover two world-class products: Parmigiano Reggiano and Parma Ham. After your short train ride, from Bologna or Modena, we'll meet in Parma and head to a dairy producer to see live the different stages of Parmigiano Reggiano production. At the end, enjoy a small tasting of two different ages accompanied by some local wine. Afterwards, we will head to the hills and visit a ham factory to learn about the production and characteristics of Parma Ham. At the end of the visit, you will taste some prosciutto with a glass of wine before returning to the Parma train station.

Discover the picturesque countryside of the Parma Lowlands with this private tour. Admire views of Roccabianca Castle, San Secondo Parmense, and Zibello as you journey through the lowlands, then visit a local farm where you can visit the animals, vineyards, and meat-curing workshops. Finally, indulge lunch or tasting of delicious regional specialties.

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.

Leave the city, immerse yourself in the greenery, forget the chaos, and discover the Parma countryside with a bike ride through the vineyards that will be the highlights of this tour. Let yourself be enchanted by the beautiful love story of Torrechiara Castle. Visit a producer of Parmigiano Reggiano or Parma Ham of your choice and discover all their secrets. Conclude your experience by savoring our culinary traditions during lunch in a typical trattoria.

A behind-the-scenes tour that takes you through the production rooms of a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy and the farm areas which are usually closed to the public. With a private guide totally dedicated to you and your family or friends, you’ll have the chance to see first-hand the passion and craftsmanship that lead to the creation of the king of cheeses every morning. A slow-paced tour that leads you to discover the details of production technology, ancient tools and modern materials and ends with a delicious vertical tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano, to learn how to taste it like a cheese sommelier. The second stop of the morning takes us to discover the secrets of Culatello of Zibello, visiting a farm devoted to the recovery of ancient local breeds. We’ll observe the vegetable gardens, the vineyards and enter the magnificent cellars. Enjoy the masterpieces of the local culinary tradition such as Culatello, Spalla, Salami having a lunch based on local delicacies and wine.