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

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews9 hFree cancellationBy AndomYA Adventures
Visiting the Culatello Museum

About this activity

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

  • ✓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”
  • ✓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”

Not included

  • ✕Gratuites
  • ✕Tour afternoon's extensions

Meeting and pickup

  • Our meeting point is at 8:00 am at Parma’s train station, in Piazza Carlo Alberto Dalla Chiesa, in front of the station’s main entrance. Parma is easily accessible by train from other major cities in the area, such as Modena, Bologna, and Milan.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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