Parma Classic Walking Tour
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Parma Classic Walking Tour
By Bologna Tour & Best Italy Tour
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A private tour to discover one of the most flourishing cities in Italy, rich in culture, tradition and delicious food.
Learn more about the history of Parma and its splendid monuments, including the Palazzo della Pilotta, the Farnese Theater, the Roman Bridge, Piazza Garibaldi and the Church of Santa Maria della Steccata.
You can also stroll in Piazza Duomo, admiring the Cathedral and its Baptistery. Learn anecdotes about local food and its famous Parma Ham
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 0-99
Duration: 2–3 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
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- Certified tour guide
What's not included- Gratuities
- Entry/Admission - Teatro Farnese
- Start:
- Str. Giuseppe Garibaldi, 18, 43121 Parma PR, ItalyAt the IAT office in Parma
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 123886P51- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 123886P51
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- Str. Giuseppe Garibaldi, 18, 43121 Parma PR, ItalyAt the IAT office in Parma
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- DavidS238170 contributionsGreat Motor Valley Day TripThis is a very well run tour. We were picked up by our AirBnB in Modena. We speak some Italian and got along great with our driver Francesco, grazie! Both museums are self-guided. Lamborghini Museum is essentially a showroom of important models over time. There are amazing art-like photographs taken within the factory. The Ferrari Museum is extensive and really goes in depth on Scuderia Ferrari Formula 1. The guided bus tour of the factory and test track are an exceptional experience (no photos allowed). Piero Ferrari was in his office and we saw his driver and custom green Ferrari, bellisimo!Written March 13, 2025
- shannonfabricant0 contributionsWonderful Overview of the CityA fantastic introduction to Bologna's Old City. Our tour guide was informed, charming, and very well paced. This tour gives the highlights of architecture and history in the city center of Bologna, and really orients you to everything in the area. We loved the information about the various buildings and history of the city, and loved that our guide, Micheala gave recommendations on which times to make return visits to various sites throughout the city. Highlights included the "7 Churches" and the San Petronio Church. Our guide also recommended an excellent gelato place which we went to the following day -- she was not wrong! Great way to get to know the city.Written February 21, 2025
- Gseaman550 contributionsTour with great informationWhat a great tour filled with a wealth of history of the area. It is worth the tour . Our guide was enthusiastic and entertaining which did not make it boring.Written February 19, 2025
- sukisamba0 contributionsExcellent tourExcellent walking tour. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and I learnt a lot about the city. The pace was good, she was easy to hear as we all had headphones and everything was very interesting.Written February 18, 2025
- kathleenwW4350PM0 contributionsTime Well SpentExcellent and very informative tour. Our guide was a native of Bologna and loved her city. I learned things about Bologna that I would have never picked up in books.Written February 12, 2025
- Pinner600 contributionsA taste of the bestThis tour came highly recommended by a cousin and we were not disappointed. Our guide Fede was knowledgeable and interesting. The tour offered a wonderful dip not just into Bologna’s food but also the city’s history. The high point a picnic in the world’s oldest wine. A great introduction to a lovely place.Written February 4, 2025
- Voyage6117240 contributionsNot worth the priceNot worth the price, the tour narration was sparse with a few historical facts. The church and view was beautiful, but that’s it, nothing else up there Return train was an hour late, you only need an hour to see everythingWritten January 27, 2025
- Elena S0 contributionsVery knowledgeable guideOur guide was very knowledgeable and shared information that gave us a good understanding of history and politics in Bologna over time. Her English was excellent for foreign travellers.Written January 27, 2025
- Richard M0 contributionsPoor customer serviceThe tour itself was fine but the customer service was unsatisfactory. I mistakenly double booked the Bologna walking tour for two different dates. I attended the first tour which was fine. When I later realized I was still booked for a second tour I immediately cancelled it online. Sadly, however, I was already apparently within the 24 hour “no cancellation” window. Viator said they contacted the operator who refused to help and charged me for a tour which I actually cancelled. The tour operator and Viator got double paid for a tour I attended once. I doubt they actually turned a willing customer away because of my mistaken booking. Both Viator and the tour operator need to be more flexible and customer oriented. The entire experience just leaves a bad taste. Rich McAlpinWritten December 31, 2024
- andersv6480 contributionsCity walkNice walk with interesting information about the history of the city. I would have liked some more food/restaurant recommendations.Written December 24, 2024
- Nenad M0 contributionsGood tourThe pace was relaxed, allowing us to really enjoy the sights. The only thing that could have improved the experience was a bit more time at some of the key sites. Overall, a wonderful tour and highly recommended for anyone wanting to learn about Bologna's charm!Written December 12, 2024
- A7780VWjeanner0 contributionsAbsolutely terrificSabrina was wonderful. She took us to 5 locations, one more breathtaking than the next, filling in a great deal of history about the early Christian era as well as Ravenna’s evolution. It is difficult to overstate the impact of these huge but remarkably detailed images made of small pieces of glass so many centuries ago. One suggestion would be that the tour could have been even better if she had used one of those radio transmitters that so many guides are using these days. But I can’t downgrade her at all for this. She was always audible and intelligible, and we appreciate what she added to our experience. The company could make the signing-up process a bit clearer, as I suggested to Chiara.Written December 1, 2024
- christianbrorholmm0 contributionsAuthentic and informative history tour in city centerMaria guided us through city center, in a small group. She told us stories about the people, cultures, and buildings of Bologna. This was a perfect way to start exploring the city. Big thanks to Maria for the tour.Written November 25, 2024
- oleksandrk7460 contributionsGreat tour, knowledgeable tour guideWe really enjoyed this tour, Bologna is incredible, the guide was very knowledgeable and the radio equipment was convenient and worked well.Written November 19, 2024
- 270vikt_riav0 contributionsNever again!It isn't worth a penny! You just get a ticket what you could buy yourself for 3€ and some negligible vouchers. Avoid it! It is a mere scamp!Written November 12, 2024
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Nurse Amy
Sarasota, FL37 contributions
Excellent tour guide (sorry to say I forgot her name - young, blonde woman, excellent English). She gave us an excellent tour of Parma history and sites in the Centro storico. We ended with a Parmesano-Reggiano tasting!
Written July 4, 2024
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Your feedback made our day! We're so glad you had a fantastic tour in Parma. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to have the pleasure of your company again!
Written July 5, 2024
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Trek31661741553
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A highly professional and knowledgeable guide. Tour focused on art, history, music, architecture, etc.
Very enjoyable experience for those who want more depth and nuance.
Very enjoyable experience for those who want more depth and nuance.
Written April 11, 2023
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Thank you
Written April 12, 2023
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Jacqueline M
24 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
I loved the tour, the guide was very friendly and understood perfectly (it was in Italian but everything was understood) we toured the most important things in the center and it was a good experience

Written February 15, 2024
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Hola! Muchas gracias por tu reseña.
Nos alegramos que te hayas gustado nuestro tour en Parma.
Esperamos verte pronto en otra ciudad :)
Written February 16, 2024
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Franziska L
1 contribution
Apr 2024 • Couples
The Tour was not in english like it’s written and actually i want my money back for that, from Tripadvisor.
The tour for sure is great.
The tour for sure is great.
Written April 21, 2024
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Dear customer, we are sorry to read this review. The group tour you booked, as described on the platform, is in dual language, Italian and English. Alternatively you can choose the private tour option in English. However, we are happy that you enjoyed the tour!
Written June 6, 2024
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Arthur L
Alexandria, VA1 contribution
Apr 2024 • Family
Do not book this tour! We booked the tour for 10:30 and received 2 confirmations saying so. We arrived at the meeting place and were told the tour left at 10 and we were out of luck. Unprofessional to say the least.
Written April 7, 2024
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Dear Arthur, we are sorry to read this review, especially since we tried to contact you. The email you received was the automated message from the platform, but we sent you an SMS, as you don't use WhatsApp, specifying that the meeting time was 9:50 AM. As stated on all platforms, we contact travelers the day before the tour with the information, but unfortunately, you never responded. Hoping to have cleared up any doubts, we wish you a good evening!
Written June 27, 2024
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paolapippi2018
Province of Genoa, Italy10 contributions
Very interesting visit to the center of Parma
The guide was able to pleasantly tell the history of this lovely city with historical notes and essential descriptions
The guide was able to pleasantly tell the history of this lovely city with historical notes and essential descriptions

Written February 11, 2024
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Ciao Paola! Grazie mille di questa fantastica recensione, siamo contenti che il tour ti sia piaciuto! :) a presto!
Written February 12, 2024
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