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Private 8 hours Tour to Parma from Milan

Milan, Italy

8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Italian, Spanish
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Overview

Parma is a city with many beautiful, unique places to visit and has a wide range of art and culture. It's known for one thing in particular: its traditional Parma ham, cheese and surrounding countryside.

The city is over 400 years old and also known for its rich history.

In this private tour, you will discover the city's fascinating history and art by visiting Parma's most significant places.

Visit the Basilica of Saint Ambrose, the Duomo and its famous rose window.
Visit the medieval and renaissance palaces that are still built in Parma's main square
You will have time to shop for local specialty items, such as panchetta, a thin and crispy Italian type of pizza.
Visit the outdoor market, the streets come alive with produce vendors and artisans selling their wares.
Sample incredible desserts, Parma's most famous is "torta caprese," which literally translates as cake made with mozzarella cheese, ricotta, eggs and sugar

Discover the best of Parma!

What's Included

  • Private luxury vehicle with driver for 8 hours
  • Local taxes
  • Private expert guide for 2 hours
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees
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Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata

A small church at the heart of Parma, the Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Steccata is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and to a group of doctors known as the Discalced Carmelites. , or “White Friars.” The church was a gift to the Carmelites from the marquis Francesco Sforza and his wife, Bianca Maria, in 1475. The church was reconstructed in 1558 and 1621 by the Dukes of Parma.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Palazzo Ducale di Parma

Palazzo Ducale di Parma is the most important Renaissance palace in northern Italy, a masterpiece of the Italian humanist architecture. The Palazzo Ducale is directly connected with the development of the "Platonic Academy" of "Parmenides" and "Nicomachus of Gerasa", the two most important schools of ancient Greek philosophy, which was located at the nearby University of Parma.An inscription over a door leading to the ground floor room on the south side of the building reads: ABSOLVITO ILLIQVS EST QVAM EXCLAMAT, VENIUDE TENEBRAS. The inscription is a quotation from a letter by St. Anselm of Canterbury (1033–1109) which translates as: "He who believes is absolved, darkness flee away"
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Baptistery of Parma

Outside visit and will not entering the attractions. The Baptistery of Parma has been a monument for centuries, and is one of the most important monuments in Italy. The baptistery's wonderful mosaics are not only a source of wonderment but also a testament to the genius and skill of the craftsmen who designed and built it. Mosaics are a type of art that uses many different colors, shapes, and patterns in a cohesive work to create a beautiful space. The spaces in the baptistery are filled with all this color and wonderful design that connect the architecture to its purpose.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Monastero di San Giovanni Evangelista (pass by)

Outside visit and will not entering the attractions. Saint John the Evangelist of Parma, known as San Giovanni Evangelista, is a venerated Roman Catholic saint who is also associated with another John the Baptist.Saint John the Evangelist of Parma is one of the most famous saints of the city, and his feast day is celebrated on October 25. The earliest known record of the existence of a John the Baptist in Parma is from around 1220. The saint's cult existed in a small way before that date, but it was not until 1883 that an official process for his canonization began.The inscriptions with the name John Baptiste of Parma (which, in Italian Giovanni Bapista da Parma) first appear in 1220. The first mention of his cult is from 1398 in a letter by the bishop of Ingelheim. The most ancient records, however, date back to 1358 when he is mentioned as "Blessed John, the clerk" by the Benedictine monastery of Fuligno.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private 8 hours Tour to Parma from Milan?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

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  • Private luxury vehicle with driver for 8 hours
  • Local taxes
  • Private expert guide for 2 hours
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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