Tour Parmigiano Reggiano dairy and Parma ham
Overview
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You will appreciate the real Parmigiano cheese production in a very traditional factory. It will be possible to see the when cheese makers pull the cheese from the milk vats. You will then be taken to the seasoning/storage rooms to see the final stages of production.
At the end of the tour there will be a tasting of different aged Parmigiano Reggiano Cheeses.
For Parma ham Prosciutto factory visit we will proceed to the idyllic hills of Langhirano home of Prosciutto di Parma Ham. You will move into the “environmental temperature stage”, by visiting the seasoning rooms, here characterized by the typical scents of the ham. During this stage it will be explained the method of “spillatura”, the process in which only the finest ham pasts the test, those selected by the Inspector of the Consortium will then be branded with the infamous ‘Crown of Parma’.
At the end of the food tour there will be a degustation of Parma ham and a glass of Malvasia, a sparkling, white local wine.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Animals are not admitted
If you arrive late after the scheduled time at the meeting point due to train or other transportation delays, it will be considered a "no-show." Late arrivals cannot be accommodated, and the booking is non-refundable and non-reschedulable, as clearly stated in the cancellation policy. Please plan your arrival carefully to avoid any issues.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
This tour includes: pick up and drop off in Parma, English guide, entry fee in the factories, tastings of Parmigiano cheese + local wine and Parma ham + local wine)
What To Expect
Parma
Meet at the designated pickup point and embark on a scenic drive to a traditional Parmigiano Reggiano dairy producer. Enjoy the journey through the picturesque countryside as you prepare to discover the time-honored art of crafting this world-famous cheese.
Province of Parma
Visit a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy and immerse yourself in the traditional cheese-making process. Witness the artisanal craftsmanship behind this world-renowned cheese, from fresh milk to aged perfection. Conclude your visit with a guided tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano, expertly paired with fine local wine for a truly authentic experience.
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Parmigiano & Parma ham 10:00
TOUR 10:00
Parmigiano & Parma ham 08:30
TOUR 08:30
Reviews
545 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
What an experience!
Kelly I,
Sep 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00It is amazing! You learn so much! I loved our tour guide. The cheese and ham were delicious. Served with wine (which is always a plus)
Fun Day - Great Tastings and tour
Steven M,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
4.00This was a very informative tour. Learned alot about the production of both Parma Cheese and Parma ham. Of the 2 tours, we enjoyed the Parma ham tour more, as it was a big picture overview of the production of the ham, while the cheese production tour, was a little too long and gave us more information hen we really cared about. However the aging room for the Parma Cheese was quite impressive, and something worth seeing, we never realized how much Parma cheese is produced and consumed! In the Parma ham factory, we got to meet the owner who had been doing this for over 50 years, and LOVED his job, and loved sharing his stories with us. He was very sweet, and for the tasting he had a old fashioned hand slicer and he fresh sliced the parma while we watched. It was excellent and he totally enjoyed everyone tasting his ham, and he was very generous and made it a fun experience. For that reason, I would strongly suggest this tour - he made it fun.
Exactly what we’d hoped for!
William J,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00An inside look at the methods and history of parmigiano reggiano and prosciutto di parma production. Our guide was fun and enjoyed answering questions and getting to know his clients. We took the train from Bologna, as the meeting point was close to Parma train station. Highly recommend!
Great Guide
Gios A,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very informative and the guide was funny, so we had a very enjoyable day! I think I can go home now and make Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese and Parma Prosciutto!
Great tour of Reggiano and Prosciutto
steven w,
Sep 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00We highly recommend this tour. It was very informative learning how the cheese and prosciutto were prepared. The tour guide was amazing.
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