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Parma Ham Walking Tour in the City: A Foodie’s Dream

Bologna· Food capital · porticoesEnglish, Italian3 options

Tired of crowded, noisy group tours where you just eat without learning anything? Skip the commercial tracks! This exclusive experience is led by a local food expert entirely dedicated to your private group, ensuring a deep dive into the history, production, and secrets of authentic Prosciutto di Parma. Master the art of sensory analysis—learning to evaluate appearance, aroma, and taste—while getting answers to all your culinary questions. Choose your perfect itinerary: · Easy Option (2 Food Stops | 1.5 Hours) A deep educational walk with 2 tasting sessions at historic deli shops. Learn to read labels and recognize top-quality artisanal cured meats. · Heritage Option (3 Food Stops | 2 Hours) Includes the 2 Easy stops plus a 3rd historic deli visit dedicated to rare, ancient breeds. Taste exclusive artisanal Lardo, Pancetta, Coppa, and Salame from the local Black Pig. · Premium Option (3 Food Stops | 2.5 Hours) Includes the 2 educational stops plus an Upscale Sit-Down Experience.

Languages
English, Italian

What's included

HERITAGE OPTION ONLY: Artisanal Lardo, Pancetta, Coppa & Salame made from ancient local Black Pig
Expertly paired with a glass of dry Malvasia dei Colli di Parma DOC and water
A premium tasting of rare, ancient-breed cured ham perfectly paired with focaccia
PREMIUM OPTION ONLY: 3 creative, chef-inspired appetizers highlighting the authentic Parma Ham
PREMIUM OPTION ONLY: An Upscale Sit-Down Experience
PREMIUM OPTION ONLY: Carbonara pasta reinterpreted with premium Parma Ham
PREMIUM OPTION ONLY: A glass of Franciacorta Brut DOCG and water
HERITAGE OPTION ONLY: A glass of organic rose Lambrusco Salamino IGP and water
A vertical tasting of Parma Ham across 4 distinct aging tiers
HERITAGE OPTION ONLY: An extra stop at a selected historic deli for a premium tasting of rare cuts

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the designated start point

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Choose a tour option · 3

3 versions of this tour. Pick a date to see prices, start times and what's still open.

Premium (3 Food Stops | 2.5 h)
Professional local guide 3 Food and Wine Stops Ancient-breed ham tasting: A premium tasting of rare, ancient-breed cured ham perfectly paired with focaccia Guided charcuterie board: A vertical tasting of Parma Ham across 4 distinct aging tiers, alongside prestigious Culatello, Culaccia, and Spalla Cruda Expertly paired with: A glass of dry Malvasia dei Colli di Parma DOC and water Upscale Sit-Down Experience: 3 creative, chef-inspired appetizers highlighting the authentic Parma Ham, Carbonara reinterpreted with premium Parma Ham Expertly paired with: A glass of Franciacorta Brut DOCG and water
Heritage (3 Food Stops | 2 h)
Professional local guide 3 Food and Wine Stops Ancient-breed ham tasting: A premium tasting of rare, ancient-breed cured ham perfectly paired with focaccia Guided charcuterie board: A vertical tasting of Parma Ham across 4 distinct aging tiers, alongside prestigious Culatello, Culaccia, and Spalla Cruda Expertly paired with: A glass of dry Malvasia dei Colli di Parma DOC and water Ancient-breed black pig board: An exclusive tasting session at a selected deli featuring rare, premium cuts of Lardo, Pancetta, Coppa, and Salame Expertly paired with: A glass of organic rose Lambrusco Salamino IGP and water
Easy (2 Food Stops | 1.5 h)
Professional local guide 2 Food and Wine Stops Ancient-breed ham tasting: A premium tasting of rare, ancient-breed cured ham perfectly paired with focaccia Guided charcuterie board: A vertical tasting of Parma Ham across 4 distinct aging tiers, alongside prestigious Culatello, Culaccia, and Spalla Cruda Expertly paired with: A glass of dry Malvasia dei Colli di Parma DOC Water

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Where this sits in Bologna

Bologna is about 8 min by road from Bologna Marconi Airport. The food capital, and it does not have to try. Porticoes for miles, a real university city rather than a museum piece, and Modena and Parma close enough for a day out.

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