About this tour
Walk Parma's historic centre with a local guide who knows the city's food story inside out. Over three hours, you'll taste your way through eight stations: aged Parmigiano Reggiano, prosciutto and cured meats, handmade pasta, erbazzone pastry, local sweets, and a surprise dish. Red and white wine pairings included. You'll hear why centuries of craft and family tradition still matter here.
Highlights
- Two aged varieties of Parmigiano Reggiano side by side
- Prosciutto di Parma and selected cured meats board
- Handmade pasta prepared in Parma's traditional style
- Erbazzone: savoury pastry from a local bakery
- Regional red and sparkling white wine pairings
- Secret dish revealed only on the day
- Stories of craftsmanship through Piazza Garibaldi and old streets
What to expect
Expect to walk at a steady pace through Parma's centre, stopping at different makers and shops rather than sitting in one room. Your guide will unpack the history of each tasting—where it comes from, who makes it, why it matters—as you go. You'll taste small portions across eight stations, enough to understand flavour but not to overwhelm. The route takes in elegant architecture and lively squares. Bring comfortable shoes; there's a fair bit of ground to cover.
Good to know
The menu and route shift based on shop availability, weather, and other factors—flexibility is built in. Tell the operator about dietary needs well ahead; they'll do their best to adapt. Infants can sit on a lap or bring a pram. Not ideal if you have heart or mobility concerns. Water is provided; gratuities aren't included.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.