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Description
Embark on this promising tour of Parma, which offers a unique immersion into the city's art, lifestyle, and traditions. Visit the impressive cathedral and continue to the medieval baptistery and the Pilotta monument. Go to the Regio Theatre and Garibaldi Square to interact with locals and visit traditional workshops and get to know the secrets and curiosities about the city's history as a small duchy.
Highlights
- Admire the medieval baptistery designed by Benedetto Antelami
- See the Parma Cathedral, Regio Theatre, and Garibaldi Square
- Browse through traditional shops, interact with locals, and feel the pulse of the city
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- During the tour, the participants will be guided through the most magnificent monuments of Parma, beginning with a visit to the city's impressive cathedral.
- Following the cathedral, the tour will continue to the unique medieval baptistery designed by Benedetto Antelami, and the Pilotta monument will also be viewed. The Regio Theatre, which holds an important place in the development of Italian opera, will also be pointed out to the participants as they walk along.
- The heart of Parma, Garibaldi Square, will be the next destination, where the participants can get to know the city better by browsing through traditional shops and interacting with the locals. The tour will then proceed through silent alleys and crowded squares, stopping at a line of small workshops that have been run by the same artisans for the past 50 years.
- As they explore these renowned icons of the city, the participants will learn about the secrets and curiosities of Parma's style, which served as the capital of a small Duchy for three centuries. The tour will conclude with a visit to some gastronomic parlours to discover the exciting food culture that is an important aspect of the city.
- At the end of the program, the participants will be imbued with ample curiosity about Parma and may want to visit the city in person to taste the typical food, admire the stunning frescoes and high reliefs, meet local characters, and experience the elegant aroma of the city.
What's Included
- English-speaking tour guide
What's Excluded
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Tour Reviews
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Discovering Parma with Catia's walking tour was a joyous experience!
Anastasia
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Loved every moment
Adrian
We learned so much about Parma's history and art on the walking tour - truly fascinating.
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Explore the lesser known beauties
Miranda
The walking tour of Parma's old town was a great way to discover hidden gems.
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Most-do for every visitor
Blair
Catia's tour was the perfect introduction to Parma, leaving us eager to explore more of the city.
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Thank you Catia
Chuck
Thanks to this tour, we discovered Parma's beautiful parks and gardens - a must-see.
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Fell in love with Parma
Pauline
Catia's tour gave us a glimpse of Parma's lively lifestlye and local hotspots.
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Excellent guide
kloe
We loved the personal touch of Catia's tour, which included her own recommendations and tips for exploring Parma.
Starting From
USD 205 / group