Overview
This walking tour is unique because:
1) we will go through the main historical stages of the city together, it is a perfect starting point to discover Parma at its best!
2) is focused on everything there is but usually not noticed! Legends, hidden signs, surprising meanings that will make you experience the city like a true local;
3) combines culture and gastronomy, proposing a renowned local product for each piece of history!
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Snacks
Entrance to the Cathedral if the group exceeds 5 people (€2 each)
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
I'll wait for you in front of Bar Tubino!
End point
We will conclude in Via Farini, where you can continue to savor Parma in one of the many places offering local specialties and wines!
What to expect
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Sottopasso del Ponte Romano
15 min
Let's start from the oldest point of the city, the Roman arches of Pons Lepidis! Let's discover its history from the Neolithic to today, seeing secular artifacts and photographs of the rediscovery of the forgotten bridge!
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Piazza Ghiaia
15 min
First only river pebbles, then large buildings and finally the bombings: with historical images in hand we will discover the changes in the market square of the city since 1287! This will be followed by the first culinary stop in honor of the river from which everything originated: torte d'erbe and Lambrusco are waiting for you!
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Palazzo della Pilotta
20 min
La Pilotta, what a marvel! Immense and beautiful, we will stop in the courtyard to observe the scars of the wars, the Renaissance arcades where Basque Pelota was played, the columns that have become trees and the Monument to Verdi with its incredible history! Here will be the second culinary stop… the Spalla Cotta!
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Cattedrale di Parma
30 min
First the square, with its history full of unexpected traditions, then we will fix our gaze on the facade of the Cathedral: try to guess what should have been there... and there isn't! We will discover the political meanings of shapes and sculptures and we will enter the Cathedral to be speechless in front of the frescoes in the central nave! And then off, towards the stairway to admire Correggio's masterpiece (the dome) and find out why it caused such a sensation... so much so as to scandalize the citizens! At the exit, third culinary stop: Parmesan!
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Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi
20 min
The Brick of Parma, an ancient measure, inaugurates the exploration of the largest square in the city! Our gaze will turn 360 degrees and we will see the Governor's Palace (and its muggings), the medieval Palazzo del Comune, the Portici, we will guess where the old civic tower was, we will say goodbye to the statue of Correggio and we will close our tour with the fourth gastronomic stop: Anolini for walking!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- Customers who have not reached the legal drinking age in Italy, i.e. 18, will not be served alcoholic beverages.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about 2 Hours Guided Walking Tour in Parma with Culinary Stop
Can I cancel 2 Hours Guided Walking Tour in Parma with Culinary Stop for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
I'll wait for you in front of Bar Tubino!
What's included?
- Snacks
What's not included?
- Entrance to the Cathedral if the group exceeds 5 people (€2 each)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Sottopasso del Ponte Romano, Piazza Ghiaia, Palazzo della Pilotta, Cattedrale di Parma, Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Giulia Muratori
