Parma Food Tour Taste Parmigiano Parma Ham and Local Delicacies Discount Tickets

Overview

Visiting Parma means immersing yourself in Italy's Food Valley, renowned for Parmigiano and Parma Ham. This 2-hour food experience takes you through the city’s vibrant areas, with stops at a gourmet shop, sandwich shop, deli, and artisanal gelato shop. Sample 7 different tastings of the region's culinary specialties while gaining insights into local traditions and lifestyle. Uncover all the secrets of the King of Cheeses and learn how to fully appreciate it through sensory analysis, under the guidance of a certified Parmigiano Taster. Avoid the tourist spots, eat where the locals eat, and discover everything about the local specialties. Savor the rich flavors of traditional cured meats such as Parma Ham, Culatello of Zibello, Culaccia, Coppa and Salame Felino, paired with exquisite local wines. Learn about the originis, characteristics and uses of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar from a Master Taster. Leave with a deeper appreciation of Parma and insider tips from your knowledgeable guide.

Meeting and Pickup

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Traditional savory pie

Professional local guide

5 different ages of Parmigiano Reggiano

4 Food and Wine Stops

1 Glass of Lambrusco Wine

Fresh bread

Bottled water

Chopping board of cold cuts: Prosciutto di Parma, Culatello di Zibello, Culaccia, Coppa, Salame...

Artisanal Gelato or Specialty Leavened Pastry

7 Authentic Local Food Tastings

1 Glass of White Wine from the Emilia Region

12 year-old and 25 year-old Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO

Exclusion

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

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

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

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

Not available for vegetarians and vegans

There are no gluten-free options available for fresh bread and traditional savory pie

A moderate amount of walking is involved (2 km)

On Sundays, 3 stops will be made instead of 4 but the number and type of tastings will remain unchanged

A minimum number of 4 adult participants is required for the service to be activated

The experience is free of charge for children aged 0 to 4, as it does not include tastings

For the tour departing at 10:00 AM, artisanal gelato is replaced by specialty leavened pastry