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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.