Parma

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Discover Parma: Private Tours, Experiences & Custom Travel

The city of Parma is an often overlooked jewel of a city located in the region of Emilglia Romagna in Italy's central north which we highly recommend. For those interested this area of Italy for the gastronomic highlights of the area, it is an absolute must see and we include in our top three MUST SEE areas in this region for a variety of reasons.

1. The city of Parma has a very unique feel due to the Parisian influence by Maria Luigia of Austria married to Napoleon and her influence to date is felt everywhere in this unique city, known as the ' of Italy' and you can feel it everywhere. You can read more about her history and her unique influence on the architecture, parks and surrounding area on the city of Parma's own website here:

2. This is a city where food, architecture and fashion go hand in hand and there is nowhere in Italy we feel the best foods, wines and overall culture are better felt

3. For those who love gardens, art and a relaxed yet high-vibe feel, there is nowhere better in Italy than we have found to date that has it all going on and just a few things to consider going on here....

1. Parmigiano Reggiano also known as (A.K.A), Parmesan Cheese comes from here
2. Prosciutto Back Pig Ham
3. Mutti Tomatoe Sauce, considered the very best tomatoe sauce both bought and sold by more Italians in Italy than any other brand of Tomatoe Sauce comes from here
4. Barilla Pasta
6. Balsamic Vinegar / Aceto Balsamico di
7. Lumbrusco Wine

Basically this is the region and Parma is one of the towns in the Emilia Romagna regions which truly offers everything in terms of all wonderful things Italian.

For more information get in touch with us about how to plan your vacation in this wonderful region by writing us at: team@italyvacationspecialists.com or by calling our toll free number.

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Parma Through Our Eyes

Photographed during our own travels and research, these images follow the journey through Parma, from the first view of the landscape to the small details that give the place its character.

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One of the most impressive art galleries in northern Italy built by the Farnese family which holds an incredibly body of art works in the city of Parma which we visit on our tours in the Emilia Romagna Region with Italy Vacation Specialists

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Discover Emilia Romagna West (9 nights/10 days) : All Private tour of Emilia Romagna including Bologna, Modena, Parma, Piacenza, and incredible wine/food experiences plus Ferrari, Parmesan & Prosciutto

Our Emilia Romagna Discovery Experience is a great option for first time visitors or returning visitors to the region who want to feel first hand the local traditions of the food and wine producers while discovering the main towns and cities in the W...

Private

10 Days / 9 Nights

Fast Cars and Fine Food in Emilia Romagna Northern Italy with Optional Pre and Post Tours in Florence and Venice

Explore northern Italy and the land where speed was born on this 8 day epic journey through Emilia Romagna.

Small Group

7 Days / 6 Nights

Private & Small Group Tours in Parma

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Parma Food tour

This is a delightful walking tour where we walk through the streets of the violet city, to enjoy some of Italyâ€™s finest and most famous food. We visit small family shops to taste local homemade pasta like anolini, and the king of cured meat: cula...

Semi-Private

3 hours 30 minutes

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The Road to Parma

Most of our guests arrive by private car, with a driver who knows these roads and where it is worth stopping along the way. These are the journeys we arrange most often.

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