Private Parma Food Walking Tour with 10 Local Food Tastings
Overview
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3 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 lasting memories.
Additional Info
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
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
What To Expect
Parma
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.
Parma
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”.
Options
Tasting to be paid on site
Tasting to be paid on site: Tasting is not included in the price. You choose your own food and pay for it directly. Option designed for: people who have food intolerances or dietary restrictions but want to learn about Parma’s rich culinary history and culture. Professional local guide: Rely on the professionalism of a Licensed Tour Leader/Tourist Guide who isn't just a local "buddy" or "amateur guide". Take an in-depth experience: Explore Parma's great contribution to Italian cuisine guided by a Certified Parmigiano Reggiano Taster or Wine Sommelier. Elevate your experience: Trust a Traditional Balsamic Vinegar expert, learn how to appreciate its characteristics through sensory analysis. Choose authenticity: Experience Parmesan lifestyle with a local food expert. Discover hidden gems, places locals go to, avoiding tourist traps. Relax with a private tour: Receive the undivided attention of your personal guide who can customize the experience based on your specific needs.
Food and Wine Tasting Included
5 Food and Wine Stops: Join an immersive food and wine experience led by a local expert in the historical center of Parma. Professional local guide: Rely on the professionalism of a Licensed Tour Leader/Tourist Guide who isn't just a local "buddy" or "amateur guide". Take an in-depth experience: Explore Parma's great contribution to Italian cuisine guided by a Certified Parmigiano Reggiano Taster or Wine Sommelier. Elevate your experience: Trust a Traditional Balsamic Vinegar expert, learn how to appreciate its characteristics through sensory analysis. Choose authenticity: Experience Parmesan lifestyle with a local food expert. Discover hidden gems, places locals go to, avoiding tourist traps. Relax with a private tour: Receive the undivided attention of your personal guide who can customize the experience based on your specific needs.
What‘s Included
Professional local guide
5 Food and Wine Stops
Bottled water
Chopping board of cold cuts: Prosciutto di Parma, Culatello di Zibello, Coppa, Salame, Spalla
Traditional Sandwich or Focaccia or Savory Pie
Vertical Tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
Traditional Fresh Homemade Pasta (2 types)
Traditional Cakes/Pastries
Coffee and/or Tea
Artisanal Gelato
2 Glasses of DOC Parma Hills Wine
Option 2 doesn’t include tasting costs
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
612 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Progressive dinner in Parma
Elizabeth O,Jul 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Erica was a delightful dinner companion. She knew all the best places to go and the shopkeepers were very welcoming.
Wonderful Family Tour of Parma
Sunshine57948501103,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful half-day family tour of Parma with Erica. From the very beginning, she took the time to get to know us and adapted the tour to our interests, making the experience feel very personal. Erica is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about Parma. Her explanations were engaging, informative, and brought the city’s history, culture, and traditions to life. The food tastings were excellent, and we loved learning about the local specialties. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with Erica and would highly recommend her to anyone visiting Parma. If you’re looking for a warm, authentic, and memorable experience, this tour is a fantastic choice.
Great experience
M2547NLjamesc,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide was very friendly, knowledgeable, and a great local insight to the Parma area.
Parma love of food
973maryloud,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had Michelle as our tour guide and she fantastic. She was so knowledgeable and brought us to the best food experiences. If we ever come back to Parma we would definitely do another tour with her.
Great Tour with a Great Guide
Viaggiatore0607,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Erica was fantastic. It was not only a food tour but she pointed out various historic sites. We went to two the next day based on her recommendation. All of the food was delicious and more them enough. It was well worth doing.
Top Tier Food Tour
Heather C,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was definitely one of our very top food tours. Lisa was very knowledgeable and shared so much good history and information with us. Can’t say enough good things, and would highly recommend to anyone interested in visiting local eateries in Parma.
Excellent and very tasty experience
Danelle K,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Erica, our guide, was incredible. So knowledgeable and informed and organised. We had a wonderful day with her.
Food Tour in Parma
mikesS1983WB,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful walking tour led by Erika earlier this week. She was fun, educational and made the overall experience perfect. We sampled a variety of local foods including pastas, cheeses, prosciuttos and desserts. The walking was easy with distances between each stop very limited. A private tour was definitely the way to go! We highly recommend this tour and thanks again to Erica for making this such a fun and rich experience for us!
Lovely way to experience Parma
Shellie C,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lovely tour and tour guide. Was very happy with the walking distance, the food we ate, the things we saw and experienced, and the history and everything we learned. Our guide made us feel welcome and comfortable. It was the perfect tour to get to know Parma and I would highly recommend our guide, and this tour.
Great tour.
392nancyt,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michelle was fastastic. She told us all about the food of Parma, as well as the history. So knowledgeable and personable. Great tour.
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