Private Half Day Parma Food Walking Tour
Overview
Experience Parma’s rich culture and fascinating history the best way possible – through its cuisine! We are parmesans who are wildly passionate about all the delicious food found around this world famous and historical town. During this walking tour you will experience parmesan lifestyle, visiting the places frequented by locals and immersing yourself in the street life. Booking this tour, you will experience our passion by eating traditional Parmesan and Italian food! You will discover the secrets of the worldwide famous products of this area and taste them: Parmigiano Reggiano, Parma Ham, Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, Culatello of Zibello, Lambrusco and Gelato. These are just some of the protagonists of this exciting walk! Option 1 is all inclusive. Option 2 doesn’t include tasting. You choose your own food and pay for it directly. There is no requirement to buy any of the food recommended, though our tour stops at some pretty amazing eateries so it can be hard to resist!
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
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
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, P.zza Duomo, 43100, 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.
This is a typical itinerary for this product
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, P.zza Duomo, 43100, 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.
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 any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- Available for gluten free with prior notice. Please advise when booking.
- Not available for vegans and vegetarians.
- 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
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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May 2022
My husband and I had the most wonderful and rewarding experience with Michelle! Not only was she personal and friendly, she also has comprehensive/impressive knowledge of the food, architecture, art and history of the city. With Michelle we were able to taste the finest local pastries, cured meat...
My husband and I had the most wonderful and rewarding experience with Michelle! Not only was she personal and friendly, she also has comprehensive/impressive knowledge of the food, architecture, art and history of the city. With Michelle we were able to taste the finest local pastries, cured meat, cheeses, gelato that we wouldn’t have known otherwise. Just book a tour with Michelle, you are guaranteed a 5-star experience.darylb68
May 2022
We enjoyed this wonderful tour yesterday in the company of Michelle. She is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the food of Parma - so lovely to experience this sort of passion about local food. On the tour we enjoyed amazing cuts of local meats, different aged Parmesan, local bread, pas...
We enjoyed this wonderful tour yesterday in the company of Michelle. She is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the food of Parma - so lovely to experience this sort of passion about local food. On the tour we enjoyed amazing cuts of local meats, different aged Parmesan, local bread, pasta and cakes. And not forgetting the wine. We could have also had ice cream but were too full from all the delicious food. . We did go today to sample the ice- cream from Ciocco. All in all a wonderful afternoon and can wholeheartedly recommend the tour if you want to learn about and taste delicious food from Parma and surrounding areas.Emily_C
April 2022
This was a great experience. We were moving from Lake Como to Chinqua Terra and had only part of a day to experience Parma. Our Guide gave us some great history of the city while we tried some amazing food at different locations. Everything was well organized and well put together even though ...
This was a great experience. We were moving from Lake Como to Chinqua Terra and had only part of a day to experience Parma. Our Guide gave us some great history of the city while we tried some amazing food at different locations. Everything was well organized and well put together even though it was Easter Monday and many places were closed. I would recommend this experience to anyone who likes to eat!Tour821312
October 2021
What could be nicer than strolling around Parma with a marvellous guide and stopping off at restaurants and deli shops while she chose the most delicious food for us to try? We visited Parma as we wanted to try a good variety of parmigiano, prosciutto, pasta and local wine and this tour exceeded...
What could be nicer than strolling around Parma with a marvellous guide and stopping off at restaurants and deli shops while she chose the most delicious food for us to try? We visited Parma as we wanted to try a good variety of parmigiano, prosciutto, pasta and local wine and this tour exceeded our expectations! Michelle is SO knowledgeable about food production and she is also excellent company. We went back to the restaurant the next day and ate the same dish again! I really recommend the tour, and Michelle can customise it to suit your food tastes.Julianne_P
October 2021
We had a great time "Eating our way through Parma!" Our tour guide, Michelle, had so many interesting insights about the food, culture and history of Parma. Michelle was professional, but relaxed and easy to talk to. She answered our million questions! I highly recommend this tour, but make sure...
We had a great time "Eating our way through Parma!" Our tour guide, Michelle, had so many interesting insights about the food, culture and history of Parma. Michelle was professional, but relaxed and easy to talk to. She answered our million questions! I highly recommend this tour, but make sure you go hungry...you aren't gonna want to miss a bite!M445SRjaniceb
October 2021
Michelle was a fabulous guide. Incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about her subject and very considerate of our interests and needs. I have celiac disease and yet she made the food tour work very well for both of us! Thank you Michelle for a wonderful tour!
Michelle was a fabulous guide. Incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about her subject and very considerate of our interests and needs. I have celiac disease and yet she made the food tour work very well for both of us! Thank you Michelle for a wonderful tour!