Private Half Day Parma Food Walking Tour

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  • Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
  • Location: Parma, Italy
  • Product code: 237138P1
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Itinerary
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Pass By: Parma, Parma, Province of Parma, Emilia-Romagna

You will discover the old town of Parma and its unexpected and eye-catching glimpses of extraordinary artistic beauty and the most authentic Parmesan and Italian food from our favorite vendors, feeding locals for generations. We will visit a Traditional Prosciutteria, a Fresh Pasta Shop or a Grocery Store, a Tradional Bistrò, an Old Patisserie, a Sandwich Shop and an Artisanal Gelato Shop.

Pass By: Parma, Parma, Province of Parma, Emilia-Romagna

We will meet in Garibaldi Square, overlooked by beautiful buildings such as the Captain’s Palace, the Town Hall and the Governor’s Palace, and also shops, restaurants and cafes which have earned the town the title of “UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy”.

Stop At: Parma, Parma, Province of Parma, Emilia-Romagna

We will visit a traditional Prosciutteria to discover the gastronomic delicacies that have made the city of Parma famous in the world, Prosciutto di Parma and the tasty products of the Parma charcuterie such as Culatello di Zibello, Salame Felino, Coppa, Culaccia, Spalla Cruda and Spalla Cotta di San Secondo Parmense.


Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Parma, Parma, Province of Parma, Emilia-Romagna

We will stop at a Deli Shop for a delicious tasting of different ageings of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Parma, Parma, Province of Parma, Emilia-Romagna

A Fresh Pasta Shop is a must-see stop walking through the city of Parma, to learn about the ingredients of the famous Emilian homemade pasta and its different shapes, to discover the flavors of typical dishes and curious anecdotes. We will taste 2 different types of traditional Fresh Homemade Pasta.


Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Parma, Parma, Province of Parma, Emilia-Romagna

We will experience Parma's Top Street Food stopping at a traditional Sandwich Shop.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Parma, Parma, Province of Parma, Emilia-Romagna

We will stop at a Traditional Pastry Shop to taste Parma traditional desserts and pastries.

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Teatro Regio, Strada Giuseppe Garibaldi 16a, 43121, Parma Italy

We will take a look at the Teatro Regio exterior, one of the most important Opera Houses in the world, where internationally renowned artists, such as Paganini, Verdi, Toscanini, Callas and Beniamino Gigli, have played, sung and worked.


Pass By: Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata (Madonna della Steccata), Strada Giuseppe Garibaldi, 43121, Parma Italy

We will pass by the beautiful Santa Maria della Steccata Church, a splendid example of Renaissance architecture.

Pass By: Palazzo della Pilotta, Piazzale della Pilotta, 43121, Parma Italy

We will visit the exterior of the Palazzo della Pilotta, built in the early Seventeenth Century by the Farnese as an imposing container for the court's services.

Stop At: Parma, Parma, Province of Parma, Emilia-Romagna

We will taste delicious Artisanal Gelato made with the best local raw materials without natural or artificial additives. Artisanal Gelato is Healthy and Sustainable, all the ingredients are selected choosing ancient, organic and biodiverse varieties from local farmers. Only excellent products are used with an intense flavor, which reflects the traditions and culture of our territory.



Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Battistero di Parma, Piazza Duomo 7/a, 43121, Parma Italy

We will observe the magnificent Baptistery of Parma from the outside.

Pass By: Cattedrale di Parma, Piazza Duomo 7, 43121, Parma Italy

We will admire the Cathedral from the outside.

Pass By: Ara del monumento a Giuseppe Verdi, Piazza Della Pace, 43121, Parma Italy

We will take a look at the Monument to Giuseppe Verdi.


Inclusions

  • Professional local guide
  • 5 Food and Wine Stops
  • Chopping board of cold cuts: Prosciutto di Parma, Culatello di Zibello, Coppa, Salame, Spalla
  • Vertical Tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
  • Traditional Fresh Homemade Pasta (2 types)
  • Traditional Sandwich or Focaccia
  • Traditional Cakes/Pastries
  • Artisanal Gelato
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Bottled water
  • 2 Glasses of DOC Parma Hills Wine

Exclusions

  • Option 2 doesn’t include tasting costs

Schedule Details

Departure Dates:

See Availability.

Departure Point:

Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi, 19, 43121 Parma PR, Italy

Duration

3 hours(approx.)

Return details

Returns to original departure point

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Additional Information

Wheelchair accessible

Stroller accessible

Service animals allowed

Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps

Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Most travelers can participate

Minimum drinking age is 18 years.

Please advise of any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.

Vegetarian and gluten free options available with prior notice. Please advise when booking.

Not available for vegans.

A moderate amount of walking is involved (3 km).

This is a private tour, run exclusively for you and your family or friends.

This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Posted By : Catherine_A
Michelle was a wonderful guide, very knowledgeable and friendly. The tour was a great time and we have some new favorite restaurants!
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Posted On : 2024-05-12


Posted By : John_K
Our guide Beatrice was excellent. She made the tour not just about food but also about the history of Parma. It was a pleasure touring with her. As for the food. It was amazing and plentiful! It was so tasty and plentiful that by the time we got to the last stop, a wonderful Pasticceria, we couldn’t take one more bite! All in all, a great experience with a great tour guide! Grazie mille!
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Posted On : 2024-05-10


Posted By : Katrina_S
Serena was really personable and knowledgeable about the food and the area. It was an extremely pleasurable tour that we thoroughly enjoyed. Will absolutely return to Parma to explore some of the areas she pointed out to us.
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Posted On : 2024-05-06


Posted By : Wilhelm_K
This was an excellent tour from start to finish. Serena is an amazing guide and she was very knowledgeable about everything to do with the town and the food. Highly highly recommended. Food and history of Parma are truly amazing.
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Posted On : 2024-05-04


Posted By : chris_z
The tastings were very good, with great explanations from our guide. We had a great tour of downtown areas of Parma including shops and restaurants
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Posted On : 2024-05-04


Posted By : Bridget_N
Our walking food tour was so much fun! The knowledge we learned, the family shops we stopped at for tastings, the food, our guide…it was all just wonderful. We’d recommend this tour to anyone passing through Parma! Make sure to go hungry because you are stuffed after the tour!
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Posted On : 2024-04-28


Posted By : Pat_C
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our walking/tasting tour of Parma. Michelle was the perfect guide and we enjoyed every stop we and the unique places we visited. From the prosciutto education/tasting, and wine tasting and, the cheese education and tasting and the final stop at the gelato shop. Michelle was very knowledgeable about the city and history which made our walking tour that much more interesting.
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Posted On : 2024-04-25


Posted By : Florence_B
This private tour was the highlight of our stay in Parma. Our guide Bearice was very knowledgeable. All the shops and restaurants we visited were family owned. We asked a lot of questions and she answered them with many interesting details and great patience. We learned a lot about all the delicious cakes, cold cuts, cheese and pasta we sampled and also some of the history of this beautiful city. She was very gracious. We enjoyed every minute of this tour.
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Posted On : 2024-04-18


Posted By : vickyh850
I recently had the joy of experiencing the Artemilia Parma Food Walking Tour, and it was an absolute delight. This tour, led by the wonderful guide Serena, was an exquisite journey through Parma's culinary delights, beautifully paced and immensely satisfying. The tour includes an impressive array of tastings, including a chopping board of sumptuous cold cuts like Prosciutto di Parma DOP and Culatello di Zibello DOP (that I will dream about the rest of my life). Each tasting was an education in flavor, history, and technique, perfectly explained by Serena, whose knowledge and passion for Parma’s gastronomy shone brightly. The vertical tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano offered insights into the age-old techniques of cheese making and provided a clear sense of how aging affects depth and flavor. The traditional balsamic vinegar was another highlight, with its complex and rich flavors. and the tour concluded on a high note with artisanal gelato. A tip we learned from Serena, look for a 3 cone rating on the front of the Gelateria. Not only was each stop a discovery of taste and tradition, but the entire experience felt like a leisurely stroll through Parma with a friend who knows every secret nook. The tour was excellently valued, considering the quality and quantity of food and drink included. Anyone looking for an authentic taste of Parma’s culinary heritage need look no further than the Artemilia Food Walking Tour with Serena. It’s a gastronomic adventure that satisfies the palate and enriches the mind. Absolutely recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-04-14


Posted By : J2421ELscottp
The half day food tour of Parma was amazing. Michelle is very informative and knowledgeable of the local cuisine and culture. All of the food was delicious and you will not go away hungry. One of the best tours ever!
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Posted On : 2024-04-13