Highlights & Hidden Gems of Parma in Parma - Parma_HHG_MAIN
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Highlights & Hidden Gems of Parma

  • 3 hours
  • City Highlight Tours
  • Parma
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Choose one of 2 locals available

Experience hosted by Fabian & Fabio

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Want to see the best of Parma? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Parma!

Destination
Parma, Italy
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
3 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English, Italiano, Deutsch
Included
  • Private Guide
  • 1 Local Snack or Drink
  • All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to attractions

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Explore the best of the city in only 3 hours
  • Spot classics like Palazzo Della Pilotta & Parma Baptistery
  • Discover hidden gems away from the tourist paths
  • Experience the city from a local’s perspective
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • Privately guided by a local expert

What you can expect

Highlights & Hidden Gems of Parma in Parma - Parma_HHG_MAIN

Parma, is a magical place! And with the local host of your choice, you are going to experience it all. So get ready; culture, history, and local lifestyle await!

Dive into the origin of Parma as you see the city’s main landmarks like Palazzo Della Pilotta, Parma Baptistery, and the Parma Cathedral. And how about the hidden gems? Oh, you’re in for a surprise! Every host has its own story to tell, so pick your favorite, and you’ll discover the city through their eyes. Experience their Parma to the max based on their passions and expertise. They’ll make sure you have fun enjoying a unique and local perspective of Parma.

Want to take a break? Leave it up to your host! This is the perfect opportunity to visit that special eatery where only the locals come and your chance to enjoy a local treat hand-picked by your host. Feel free to ask your host more about their life in their city or get recommendations about the top things to do in Parma. Remember, the locals know best.

The best part of any city tour is definitely the unique stories. Everybody has a story to tell, especially your host. Each one of the local hosts has a different background ranging from arts to history. They can’t wait to share their knowledge with you and exchange ideas and perspectives! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Parma, your Parma!

Choose your local

Get to know these 2 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

  • Fabian - Foodian

    Fabian

    Foodian

    5.0
    Deutsch・English
  • Fabio - The Dolce Vita teacher

    Fabio

    The Dolce Vita teacher

    5.01 review
    English・Italiano

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at Main entrance to the Cathedral - Parma to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. City Highlights

    See from Palazzo Della Pilotta, Parma Baptistery, the Parma Cathedral, and other landmarks and must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots in town so you can get the perfect overview of what makes Parma so unique

  4. Hidden Gems

    Along the way, your local host will show you treasures hidden in plain sight that only the locals know about. Get to know the city through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists experience

  5. Magical Storytelling

    Behind every landmark and every stop, there’s a story, and your local host is ready to tell it all. Get ready to listen to incredible stories, one-of-a-kind insights, and fun facts only a knowledgeable local would know!

  6. Special Treat

    Follow your host to one of their favorite eateries for a snack or a drink beloved by the locals. Take a break and catch up with your new local friend and get the answers to all your travel questions

  7. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

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Yvon🇧🇪 Belgium
(About local )
5 March 2025
Fabio is a great guy and a great guide. We learned a lot about the architectural history of Parma, our interest, and tasted great food, our other interest. The tour was well paced, getting around, making good use of the time, while not rushing. Many thanks Fabio!Well balanced, well paced
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James
(About local )
30 October 2024
Francisco was awesome. So friendly, knowledgeable and passionate about Parma and all it has to offer. Lovely tour in Parma
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Eva🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
4 August 2024
Francisco hat sich toll auf die Kinder eingestellt und uns eine leckere und aufschlussreiche Zeit bereitet. Kinderfreundlich und engagiert
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Josey🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
9 July 2024
We joined Francisco on a food tour in Parma, and it was fantastic. His passion for local cuisine made the experience unforgettable. Francisco’s connections with mom-and-pop shops let us taste unique regional delicacies. His demonstration of traditional Italian dining, from antipasti to dolci, enriched our meal at a trattoria. Highly recommended for exploring Parma’s culinary heritage.An Unforgettable Food Tour
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nnlnnhl
(About local )
5 June 2024
Francisco gave us a tour beyond expectations. He has a deep connection to the city, the region, and Italy, that showed in his explanation of the food industry and the local culture of food. He showed us some excellent markets for buying local products from friendly shops. He was professional, warm, engaging, and knowledgeable. Being trilingual helped us learn some Italian. We look forward to his cookbook on foods of the area!Wonderful experience with Francisco
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Anna
(About local )
23 October 2023
We had one day in Parma - and we made the good decision to spend the first two hours of it with Francisco. We had come to Parma primarily due to the lure of the food. Francisco expanded our understanding of the area’s most famous ingredients (prosciutto and Parmesan) and introduced us to some new ones. Highly recommend! Parma and its Tables

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Private & personalizedNo strangers, just you. Fully customize your trip to your needs.
With a local expertFrom historical facts to the most up-to-date health regulations.
Without the crowdsExperiences designed to take you away from the crowds towards authentic local spots.

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