Private Tour
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
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!
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Professional local guide
Chopping board of cold cuts: Prosciutto di Parma, Culatello di Zibello, Coppa, Salame, Spalla
5 Food and Wine Stops
Bottled water
Traditional Sandwich or Focaccia
Traditional Fresh Homemade Pasta (2 types)
Traditional Cakes/Pastries
Coffee and/or Tea
Artisanal Gelato
Vertical Tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
2 Glasses of DOC Parma Hills Wine
Option 2 doesn’t include tasting costs
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”.
Tasting to be paid on site: Tasting is not included in the price. You choose your own food and pay for it directly.
Tastings: Traditional Sandwich or Focaccia. Vertical Tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese. Pasta: 2 types of Fresh Homemade Pasta.
Chopping board of cold cuts: A selection of cured meat products such as Prosciutto di Parma, Culatello di Zibello, Salame, Coppa, Spalla.
Desserts: Traditional Cakes or Pastries. Espresso Coffee. Water. Artisanal Gelato. Wine: 2 Glasses of DOC Parma Hills Wine.
470 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wayne C,
Jul 6, 2025
- Viator
Our guide Cecilia was incredible! She was very knowledgeable about the food we had, and even knew the history of Parma. Excellent, we highly recommend her. Wayne and Eve Carli
Daniela M,
Jul 6, 2025
- Viator
The guide was amazing. The way she described the city, its architecture, and her passion really made the tour special. It wasn’t just about the food, but also about where it originated from, its history, and even the history of the shops serving it. I found the amount of food to be perfect. I can’t say enough good things about this tour — it truly made this a standout experience on our trip.
JiaYuan H,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
Our guide was lovely, super knowledgeable about the history, food, and businesses we frequented. Come with an empty stomach! We tasted a variety of delicious local foods and had private tour all to ourselves. We had two little ones, both under 7 that were able to participate and enjoy this experience.
Noel M,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
This tour was amazing. Lisa put together the perfect food experience for us in Parma. Everything was special and delicious and Lisa was so knowledgeable as well as such good company. Thank you, Lisa!
Arnoldo G,
Jun 27, 2025
- Viator
The half day food tour in Parma was superb! Lisa our tour guide is knowledgeable, sweet and very flexible. Strongly recommended
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