Private Parma Food Walking Tour with 10 Local Food Tastings

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 lasting memories.

1. 1

   Parma

   Pass by

   Discover Parma’s historic center 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. Visit an Old Patisserie, a Sandwich Shop, a Deli, a Fresh Pasta Shop or a Traditional Trattoria, and an Artisanal Gelato Shop.

2. 2

   Parma

   Pass by

   Meet your guide 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 city the title of “UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy”.

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   Teatro Regio

   Pass by

   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.

4. 4

   Palazzo della Pilotta

   Pass by

   See the exterior of the Palazzo della Pilotta, built in the early Seventeenth Century by the Farneses as an imposing container for the court's services. Let yourself be captivated by the characteristics of Parma's cuisine and the sumptuous banquets of the Farnese era.

5. 5

   Ara del monumento a Giuseppe Verdi

   Pass by

   Take a look at the Monument to Giuseppe Verdi.

6. 6

   Parma

   30 min

   Stop by one of the city's Oldest Pastry Shops to taste Parma traditional cakes and pastries.

7. 7

   Cattedrale di Parma

   Pass by

   Admire the Cathedral exterior.

8. 8

   Battistero di Parma

   Pass by

   Observe the magnificent Baptistery exterior.

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   Parma

   15 min

   Experience Parma's Top Street Food stopping at a traditional Sandwich Shop.

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    Parma

    45 min

    Visit one of the Oldest Delis in the city center 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, Coppa, Culaccia, Coppa, Salame Felino accompanied by bread, water, and exquisite local white wine.

11. 11

    Parma

    45 min

    A Fresh Pasta Shop or a Traditional Trattoria 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. Taste 2 different types of traditional Fresh Homemade Pasta with a glass of Lambrusco wine, water and fresh bread.

12. 12

    Parma

    15 min

    Taste 3 different ages of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Discover the origins, history, and production process behind the "King of Cheeses." Learn to appreciate its organoleptic characteristics through sensory analysis, thanks to a tasting session led by an expert taster. By the end of this unforgettable sensory experience, you will view this renowned product in a whole new light!

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    Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata (Madonna della Steccata)

    Pass by

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

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    Parma

    15 min

    Cap off your gastronomic stroll through the streets of the center with a taste of delicious Artisanal Gelato made with the best local raw materials without additives and preservatives. Discover authentic artisanal gelato, that is both healthy and sustainable: every ingredient is selected from local farmers, prioritizing ancient, organic, and biodiversity-rich varieties. Experience gelato crafted exclusively from premium, intensely flavored products that reflect the traditions and culture of our region.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.