Parma Food Walking Tour with Tastings

Duration2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

What makes this tour so authentic is that, by visiting Parma with a certified tour leader who was born, raised and still lives in Parma, you will not only sample some of the city’s most renowned specialities, but also discover the stories behind these fantastic products through tales, anecdotes and insights into how they’re made.
Welcome to the CAPITAL OF THE FOOD VALLEY!

What's included

Tour in Parma; Tasting of Parma Ham, Mortadella, Culatello, and Salame di Felino; Tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano, 3 different aging; Tasting of authentic Italian gelato; Expert local tour leader

Transportation to and from the meeting point

What to expect

Parma
30m

CASA DEL PARMIGIANO, via Garibaldi 11/b, Parma -
Tasting of three different types of Parmigiano Reggiano, accompanied by the guide’s account of the history and production of the world’s most famous cheese.
The price includes the tasting and a 0.5-litre bottle of water per person.
Parma
30m

LA PROSCIUTTERIA, via Farini 9/c, Parma -
A tasting of Parma’s most famous and highly regarded cured meats: from the iconic Parma ham to Felino salami, including mortadella and culatello.
The local guide will share anecdotes and secrets behind the production of these specialities.
The tasting of four different cured meats is included.
Parma
30m

GELATERIA LA GOLODA, via Cavour 24, Parma -
The tour concludes with Italians’ favourite dessert: gelato!
You can choose between a cone or a cup and two flavours.
We’ll explain why Italian gelato is the best in the world and give you tips on how and where to find the best gelaterias.
The gelato is included in the price.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We’ll be waiting for you in front of Parma Cathedral, wearing our identification badges.
We’ll send you a message a few minutes beforehand to let you know where we’re standing so you can spot us more easily.

End point

We’ll be waiting for you in front of Parma Cathedral, wearing our identification badges.
We’ll send you a message a few minutes beforehand to let you know where we’re standing so you can spot us more easily.

Additional information

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
The 1:00 PM tour includes a single stop to taste Parmigiano Reggiano and cured meats; a glass of wine per person is included at this time.

Cancellation policy

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