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Enjoy a guided visit to a fully integrated farm-to-table dairy and cheese facility, where cows produce organic Parmigiano with full traceability. Engage all five senses: watch cheese-making, touch the cheese, smell its aroma, listen to farm sounds, and taste the delicate flavor. Enjoy humorous animal metaphors and stories that blend history, geography, and psychology, including the “Japanese Room,” “Wow Room,” and the story of the pig. Playful language like “C’è una volta” reveals deeper truths about tradition. The tour ends with a final tasting. The 9 a.m. tour uniquely includes witnessing the daily Parmigiano birth, a highlight. Other tours visit the farm, cheese aging, and tasting, but do not include the birth process.
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From Milk to Wheels: Parmesan Tour and Tasting in Parma
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A private tour to discover one of the most flourishing cities in Italy, rich in culture, tradition and delicious food. Learn more about the history of Parma and its splendid monuments, including the Palazzo della Pilotta, the Farnese Theater, the Roman Bridge, Piazza Garibaldi and the Church of Santa Maria della Steccata. You can also stroll in Piazza Duomo, admiring the Cathedral and its Baptistery. Learn anecdotes about local food and its famous Parma Ham
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Parma Classic Walking Tour
2 to 3 hours
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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.
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From Parma: Parmigiano Reggiano Farm Tour & Tasting with Transfer
2 hours 30 minutes
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If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Parma, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Parma! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more! What are you waiting for?
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Parma Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
4 to 5 hours
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Explore Parma’s rich culture and fascinating history the best way possible through its cuisine! Avoid the touristy spots and eat where the locals eat guided by your private local guide. Make 5 stops at the top specialty shops, delis, eateries, pastry and gelato shops, selected for their historical significance or critical acclaim. Discover prized produce from Parma and nearby such as Parmigiano Reggiano, Modena Traditional Balsamic Vinegar and Lambrusco. Learn how to appreciate them under the guidance of an expert Parmigiano Reggiano Taster and Sommelier. Unveil the secrets of Parma Ham, Culatello, and other traditional cured meats, tasting them paired with the finest local wines. Experience a real Italian Sunday Lunch, feasting on homemade pastas, savory pies, freshly made desserts, coffee and gelato. You will leave with a stomach full of traditional food, plus local knowledge and sightseeing tips to enhance the pleasure of your trip, and a mind filled with memories.
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Private Parma Food Walking Tour with 10 Local Food Tastings
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Dive deep into the world of Italian cuisine as you embark on a food tour that focuses on Parma's classics: Parma ham and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. With your guide, you'll visit a traditional Parmigiano factory to see how this famous cheese is made, and then you'll move on to a Parma ham factory to learn why it's so special—of course, with tastings included.
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Tour Parmigiano Reggiano dairy and Parma ham
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Food is the main draw in Parma. With this delicious stroll through the city, sample the most famous products in just a few hours under the guidance of a local foodie host. Stop at the top specialty shops, eateries, and market stalls to feast on delicacies like authentic Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, Prosciutto di Parma ham, fresh pumpkin “tortelli” pasta, and other delights with a small group of fellow gastro-travelers.
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Taste Parma: A Full Meal Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better
3 hours 30 minutes
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This new guided walking tour will allow you to learn about the main treasures of the city and the main gastronomic secrets that have made Parma a creative city for gastronomy and capital of Italian culture 2020. Parma is also the city of Giuseppe Verdi and our guide will tell you the anecdotes of the great musician. The ancient capital of the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza, the city of Parma has been a university since the 11th century. ATTENTION: the tour always takes place in two languages: Italian/English.
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Parma 2 Hour Guided Group Walking Tour
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Explore Parma, its cuisine and culture on this street food tour led by a local guide. Enjoy tastings in different locations in the historical city center and enjoy your trip in the most authentic way! A local guide will provide an overview of Parma, its history, art, cuisine and cultural traditions, by walking you through its old neighborhoods in the city center and old alleys, filled with local and artisanal shops and botteghe. Parma is a wonderful city, filled with local shops and hidden gems, that still truly captures Italian Authenticity at its finest. This tour is perfect for food enthusiasts, families and groups of friends seeking an authentic Italian culinary experience. It offers a memorable opportunity to explore the gastronomy in Parma and savor the rick flavors that make it a beloved global delicacy. Vegetarian options available, including delicious bruschetta with cherry tomatoes or grilled vegetables, subject to availability and to be requested in advance.
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Parma Food Tour with Sightseeing and Parmesan Tasting
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The Best Way to Discover Parma: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo at the Monumento a Giuseppe Verdi or a stroll through Piazza della Pace and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Parco Ducale, Palazzo della Pilotta, Monumento a Giuseppe Verdi, Piazza della Pace, Teatro Regio, Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata, Governor’s Palace, Piazza Garibaldi, Baptistery of Parma, and Cattedrale di Parma.
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Parma Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Giuseppe Verdi and Arturo Toscanini have made Parma great for opera lovers all around the world. This exclusive tour celebrates the places where this tradition has born and still lives, together with the outstanding pieces of art and architecture that compose the unique harmony of the Small Paris of Emilia.
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An opera tour in Parma
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Join us for an unforgettable culinary adventure in the heart of Parma, Italy’s refined capital of taste. On this Secret Food Tour, you’ll explore Piazza Garibaldi and the historic center, where elegant architecture, warm hospitality, and exceptional food traditions come together. Guided by a passionate local expert, you’ll discover why Parma is considered one of the world’s great food cities. Along the way, enjoy a carefully curated tasting of iconic local charcuterie, aged Parmigiano Reggiano, handmade pasta, and traditional sweets, all thoughtfully paired with regional wines. As you stroll through historic streets and lively squares, you’ll hear stories of craftsmanship, family tradition, and culinary passion that have shaped Parma’s legendary flavors for centuries. And of course, just like on every Secret Food Tour, you’ll indulge in our exclusive Secret Dish, revealed only on the day of the tour!
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Parma Guided Food Tour with 8 Authentic Local Food Tastings
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Taste local specialties and delve into Parma’s renowned culinary scene during this small-group, half-day food crawl. Make five gourmet stops for sweet and savory samples, including cured meats, local pastas, and freshly made desserts, paired with wines and espresso. You’ll also taste Prosciutto di Parma, resulting in a full lunch.
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Parma Food Tour: Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Workshops & Tasting
3 hours 30 minutes
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Parma is famous for its rich cuisine, but this handsome city is also bursting with historic architecture. Go beyond Parma’s iconic cuisine and delve into its culture with this private walking tour. Explore with a guide to learn about the city’s fascinating history and focus on its striking cathedral and castle rather than a map. Customize the pace and route and take in the top landmarks in just a few hours.
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Parma Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
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Are you ready to embark on a delectable journey through Parma, Italy’s culinary haven? Uncover the city’s gastronomic secrets and traditions on this self-guided walking tour, led by Francisco, an Italian Chilean journalism. Note ─── The cost of food and drinks is not included. Beginning at the Governor’s Palace, explore Parma's Roman origins and delve into the Parmigian Menu. Savor a variety of dishes, from antipasto to delectable desserts, while discovering hidden gems like the Violetta Di Parma boutique. Encounter local characters of the food economy, visit traditional stores, and indulge in Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto, and Culatello. This culinary adventure lets you stroll through elegant streets, visit iconic landmarks, and experience Parma’s rich culinary heritage. Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too.
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A Self-Guided Tour of Parma's Tasty Food Traditions
1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes
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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.
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Private Parmigiano Balsamic Parma Ham and Wine Tasting Tour
10 hours
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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.
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Europe’s Culinary Capital: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Parma
1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes
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Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region produces some of its most famous gastronomic exports, including delicious meats, cheeses, and condiments. With this tour, discover two of Parma’s specialties—Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and balsamic vinegar—during a private tasting. Visit a traditional dairy and a local vinegar producer, learn all about the age-old production methods, and taste a selection of aged cheeses and vinegar.
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Parmigiano & Balsamic Artisans: In-Depth Private Tour and Tasting
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Taste the traditional flavors of Parma on this guided walking food tour, designed to introduce you to the city’s history and its most iconic culinary products. Strolling through the historic center, your guide will take you to carefully selected food shops and artisan producers, where you will learn about and sample Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma, and other local specialties, discovering their history, production methods, and role in everyday Italian life. An authentic and engaging experience, ideal for food lovers who wish to explore Parma through its flavors while walking through its most charming streets and vibrant neighborhoods.
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Food Walking Tour in Parma
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Discover Parma through a journey that blends rich history, elegant architecture, and unforgettable flavors. As you stroll through the city’s charming streets and lively squares, you’ll pass by some of its most iconic landmarks, soaking in the atmosphere and stories that make Parma so unique. Along the way, you’ll enjoy a curated selection of local specialties that define the region’s culinary identity. From the unmistakable taste of Parmigiano Reggiano to traditional cured meats like Prosciutto di Parma, served with a glass of local wine, each stop offers an authentic bite of local culture. You’ll also sample freshly prepared stuffed pasta, deeply rooted in Emilian tradition. To finish on a sweet note, there will always be something indulgent to savor slowly, completing a well-balanced and memorable tasting experience. This tour is designed to go beyond the typical tourist path, offering a relaxed and authentic way to experience Parma through its food, stories, and everyday life.
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Savor Parma Food History and Hidden Stories Walking Tour
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Parma is a city to discover, the last of the Italian cities to be named CAPITAL OF CULTURE. This tour is the most complete and rich in monuments that can be done in a day of visiting the city. A full immersion of art treasures, anecdotes, legends, tales and immersions in the medieval world of the monks, and in the Renaissance world of the princes.
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Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)
4 to 5 hours
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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.
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Parma Top Sights Private & Personalized Guided Walking Tour
2 hours 30 minutes
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The food here is tradition, family, excellence! How to discover the real food of Parma, not just the most famous products? With a local to guide you through the city centre! In an hour we will immerse ourselves in aromas and colors. I will tell you how typical recipes are born while we walk through the alleys. We will stop in the typical shops and you can choose if and what to taste (food is not included in the price just to allow everyone to pay and try only what you want).
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1 Hour Tour : Street Food - the best of Parma
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Cremona has a long history of violin-making. On this private tour of Academia Cremonensis, located in the historical Palazzo Mina Bolzesi, you won’t just explore the city’s musical heritage—you’ll see craftspeople at work making violins and bows using centuries-old Stradivarius techniques. Learn about this storied craft and enjoy the rare chance to meet the makers themselves.
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The Secret of Stradivari in Cremona: visit the Violinmaker School
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