Parma Highlights Private Tour with a Local and Top Rated Guide
At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $246 / person
- Location
- Parma, Italy
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Raphael Tours & Events
- Meeting point
- Our guide will wait for you near the Garibaldi statue.
Description
Nonetheless Parma is quite a small town it offers many outstanding monuments and art. Our knowledgeable English-speaking tour guide will lead you to discover the marvels of this charming town, in Piazza del Duomo, the heart of the city, you’ll find the main cathedral, with stunning frescoes by Correggio, and the baptistery, a great example of Romanesque architecture. Then the Farnese theatre, dating back to the 17th century, one of the most renowned wooden theatres that still stands today. The theatre is part of the Pilotta palace, a huge complex that houses the picture gallery, with amazing paintings and sculptures – where is possible admire the works of Leonardo Da Vinci, Canaletto, Parmigianino, Guercino, and many others. Be sure to bring a huge bag with you, we are sure you will not resist to fill it with the local products!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $245
- Child (ages 4–17)
- $22
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Meet our fully qualified English-speaking tour guide just under the statue of Giuseppe Garibaldi in the homonym square to stroll this elegant and quiet town
You will enjoy the huge Parma Cathedral and its intriguingly octagonal baptistery constructed in 1196 in stunning pale pink stone, a perfect example of the passage from Romanesque to Gothic architecture.
You will see the huge Parma Cathedral and its intriguingly octagonal baptistery constructed in 1196 in stunning pale pink stone, a perfect example of the passage from Romanesque to Gothic architecture.
What's included
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Parma Highlights Private Tour with a Local and Top Rated Guide lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $246 per person for this Parma experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–17 pay from $22, adults from $245. Infants go free.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Our guide will wait for you near the Garibaldi statue. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 14 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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