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Visit a traditional Parmigiano Reggiano cheese factory and learn the secrets of one of the most celebrated ingredients of Italy. Watch the cheese makers at work see how the cheese is still produced following traditional methods. Watch the cheese makers pull the product from the milk vats and visit the shaping and salting rooms before going to the stagionatura where the cheese is aged.
Then, taste the delicious cheese with local wine. At the ham factory the tour commences with a brief introduction of the historical side of the production, from here you will visit the “cold stage”, where the fresh meats are processed. You will see the machines used for salting and the refrigeration/resting cells,the seasoning rooms.
At the end of the food tour there will be a taste of Parma ham a sparkling local wine.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Our tours will operate in bad weather as long as conditions are safe.
No Luggage or large bags are allowed on the Van
We kindly remind all guests that children of all ages must be included in the booking and are required to pay a fee, regardless of their age. This ensures we can provide sufficient space in the van for everyone. Unfortunately, if a child is not included in the reservation, we may not be able to accommodate them on the tour, as seating is limited.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Parmigiano cheese tour and farmhouse visit
Pick up and Drop off in Central Parma nh Hotel next to the train station
Cheese tasting paired with sparkling wine
Parma ham farmhouse tour
Parma ham tasting with local bread and sparkling wine
Headsets to hear the tour guide clearly
Local expert guide
All items not explicitly included are excluded.
The tour starts early in the morning to reach a cheese factory and watch the Parmigiano Reggiano production. On the way you will see the typical countryside with the stables and the fields where grown up the specific dry and fresh forage fixed from Consortium for the cows that produce milk for Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
Parma
Discover the secrets of Parmigiano Reggiano on a guided visit to a traditional caseificio (cheese factory) in Parma. Watch master cheese makers at work as they craft this iconic cheese, separating the whey and shaping it into its signature wheels. Follow the journey of the cheese through each stage of production. See the shaping and salting rooms, then step into the stagionatura where thousands of wheels age to perfection. Learn about the rigorous tests performed by the Consorzio, including the hammering of cheese wheels before the iconic fire branding ritual. Complete your experience with a tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano paired with sparkling regional wine.
16 reviews
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Fran C,
Jul 21, 2025
- Viator
An excellent tour by the son of a cheese master showing his expertise and enthusiasm. Guide was particularly attentive to my needs due to my hearing disability.
Jean F,
Sep 19, 2024
- Viator
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour! Matteo was so knowledgeable and gave such clear information in a very fun way. Very personable and engaging. The two factories were so interesting. We loved it!
Phil R,
Jun 29, 2024
- Viator
Mateo was very informative. His humor added to the experience. To be able to purchase the items to bring to my family.
Joshua L,
Jul 19, 2021
- Viator
Walking through 100s of curing hams was intense. Viewing the entire valley marking the DOP was impressive. Tasting the product-delicious!
Patricia C,
Sep 10, 2020
- Viator
Picked up from our air bnb on time. Loved that it was a small group, felt like a private tour!! The tour was informative and the tasting was generous.
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