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Tours/Parma/Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)

Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)

5.0(7)Parma4–5 hours
VIATOR5.0(5)TRIPADVISOR5.0(2)
Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)
Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)
Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)
Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)
Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)
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Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)
Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)
Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)
Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)
Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)
Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)
Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)
Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)
Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)

At a glance

Duration
4–5 hours
Price from
$284 / person
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 7 reviews
Languages
EN, IT
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
At the entrance to the Monumental Complex, Library, Theater and National Gallery
Confirmation
Instant

Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Parma

Description

Parma is a city to discover, the last of the Italian cities to be named CAPITAL OF CULTURE. This tour is the most complete and rich in monuments that can be done in a day of visiting the city. A full immersion of art treasures, anecdotes, legends, tales and immersions in the medieval world of the monks, and in the Renaissance world of the princes.

Tour Options

Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)

Itinerary

Admission included40 min

Splendid rooms of the female convent, with Renaissance rooms frescoed by the painter Correggio

20 min

Visit of the exteriors of the absolute masterpiece of the Italian Romanesque / Gothic, a jewel that blinds for its beauty and richness of details. It is probably the most important late medieval baptistery in Ialia

Admission included40 min

Cathedral perfectly preserved in its Romanesque magnificence, with splendid chapels and Gothic frescoes, and the dome famous all over the world for Correggio's fresco. Here is also the absolute masterpiece of the Romanesque sculptor Benedetto Antelami. In addition, the whole church is a concentrate of works of art and surprises,

30 min

Renaissance church with a central plan, containing an absolute masterpiece of late Renaissance art by the painter Parmigianino

Admission included60 min

Great monumental complex, Original wooden library National Gallery with first-level works of art including Leonardo Da Vinci, Parmigianino, Gaddi, Botticelli and Guercino

Admission included30 min

Great Baroque theater, partly still intact in its stucco decorations and wooden parts. Detailed visit to all the rooms of the most important seventeenth-century theater in Italy

30 min

Library and Abbey of San Giovanni Evangelista, with important frescoes, cloisters

Highlights

Entrance tickets to all the monuments indicated

What's included

Included
Entrance tickets to all the monuments indicated
Not included
Lunch
Private transportation

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour) lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $284 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.

Can I cancel this tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is At the entrance to the Monumental Complex, Library, Theater and National Gallery. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is this tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN, IT.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Reviews(7)

E
Elizabeth_O
July 2, 2026
Perfect morning

Riccardo was passionate and very knowledgeable. He tailored the experience to our interests. We highly recommend this tour if you want to learn the history and truly appreciate the art and architecture in Parma.

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richard_b
June 13, 2024
Perfect

The guide was extremely knowledgeable and animated, clearly loving his work. He knew every detail about the history and significance of every corner of every place we visited.

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Susan_S
August 15, 2023
Hidden gems of Parma Italy

Ricardo was my tour guide. He was absolutely wonderful at explaining and educating me on the art, architecture and history of Parma. Highly recommend !

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Andrew_P
June 14, 2022
Superb overview of Parma's treasures

Excellent guide, knowledgeable and well organized. Scheduled visits in perfect sequence, respecting historical contexts.

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Glenn_M
May 23, 2022
Excellent

Riccardo brought the Medieval and Renaissance world of Parma to life in a way that was both educational and very entertaining. I highly recommend this tour.

$284/ person
5.0(7)
Duration4–5 hours
LanguagesEN, IT
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Travellers1–8 pax
ConfirmationInstant
OperatorRiccardo Bacchi
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