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Parma Countryside Food Tour: Parmigiano, Culatello, Art & Music

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Overview

Discover the authentic heart of Parma on this small-group half-day or full-day tour through the Bassa Parmigiana, near the Po River — homeland of the renowned Culatello and rich culinary traditions.
Visit an authentic Parmigiano Reggiano dairy farm to see how the “King of Cheeses” is made and enjoy a guided tasting. Continue to the Culatello Museum at Corte Pallavicina, set in historic cellars, to learn how this exclusive cured meat is produced and aged, followed by a complimentary tasting.
With the full-day option, extend the experience with lunch in a local restaurant for a true taste of Parma cuisine.
In the afternoon, choose one activity:
• Visit the Giuseppe Verdi Theatre, a late-19th-century jewel dedicated to the composer
• Explore the Royal Palace of Colorno, the “Versailles of Parma,” and its gardens
• Enjoy the Po River Regional Park with an easy walk.
This tour combines iconic food, cultural heritage, and countryside charm.

What's Included

  • Brunch After the tour into the Culatello's production, it will be served a tasting of Culatello di Zibello and other exquisite delicacies at “Mulino Dallatana”
  • Snacks After the tour into the Culatello's production, it will be served a tasting of Culatello di Zibello and other exquisite delicacies at “Mulino Dallatana”
  • Gratuites
  • Tour afternoon's extensions
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Piazza Carlo Alberto Dalla Chiesa
Parma PR, Italy

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Caseificio Sociale Di Soragna

Take a tour to uncover the secrets behind the production of the renowned “king of cheese”. At the conclusion of the tour, you will be served a plate of “anolini in brodo”, filled ravioli pasta with Parmigiano Reggiano, served with broth – a signature dish of the Parma province.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Antica Corte Pallavicina

Step into historic cellars along the Po River to discover how Culatello di Zibello, one of Italy’s rarest cured meats, is produced and aged. The visit ends with a tasting of local specialties in a unique, atmospheric setting.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Ristorante Osteria Vecchio Mulino Dallatana

Join us for a complimentary tasting of Culatello di Zibello and other exquisite delicacies at “Mulino Dallatana”. After the tasting, you can explore the ancient cellars from the 1700s, where culatello is still curated during certain times of the year. Before concluding our tour, you will also have the opportunity to see the birthplace of Giuseppe Verdi, the famous “maestro”, whose works are renowned worldwide and have contributed to the city of Parma’s fame.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Teatro Verdi

Explore this elegant 19th-century theatre dedicated to Parma’s most famous composer. Discover its rich decorations and the musical heritage that made the region a symbol of Italian opera.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Reggia di Colorno

Visit the magnificent palace known as the “Versailles of Parma.” A guided tour reveals refined interiors, frescoed halls, and the history of the noble families who shaped the region.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Il Parco dell'Isola Giarola e del Lancone

Visit the magnificent palace known as the “Versailles of Parma.” A guided tour reveals refined interiors, frescoed halls, and the history of the noble families who shaped the region.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Parma Countryside Food Tour: Parmigiano, Culatello, Art & Music?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • BrunchAfter the tour into the Culatello's production, it will be served a tasting of Culatello di Zibello and other exquisite delicacies at “Mulino Dallatana”
  • SnacksAfter the tour into the Culatello's production, it will be served a tasting of Culatello di Zibello and other exquisite delicacies at “Mulino Dallatana”
  • Gratuites
  • Tour afternoon's extensions

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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