Top Emilia-Romagna Art Tours

The name of two small villages in Parma countryside, Busseto and Roncole, has been made great by Giuseppe Verdi, the immortal opera composer who was born in these neighborhoods in 1813. An exclusive guided tour will go cross these simply charming surroundings, where thematic museums lie "Casa Barezzi" have been established to celebrate the artist and his music. But sound and vision are not enough: you will have the chance to amuse your taste as well, since those places are also homeland of the king of cold cuts: Culatello.

Salsomaggiore Terme, a small city a few kilometers to the west of Parma, is the seat of a wellness tradition that goes back to the half of XIX Century. Then, the first thermal bath was established to exploit the healing properties of local waters, known by the ancient Romans as well. This unique tour will allow you to dive into the unsurpassed Déco splendors of the Congress Palace (formerly Grand Hotel des Thermes) and the "Berzieri" Spa, just before the unforgettable experience of a full day treatment in one of the most ancient and iconic thermal baths in Italy.

Parma is known as the "foodvalley", but also an elegant city and territory, in the name of architecture and art. You will discover this combination in a complete and private tour, from a visit to an important art collection kept in an elegant villa, surrounded by a lush park, at the entrance to a well-known ham factory, which follows the complete cycle for the production of own cured meats: from breeding to maturing. What better way to end the day than a rich tasting?

There's an unusual Parma, made of nature, taste and tradition. This tour will start from the extraordinary collection of Ettore Guatelli: more than 160.000 items, evoking the charming but almost forgot simplicity of rural life, are on display in a cottage, turned into a museum. Afterwards, the tour will bring to a local winery; here, after having witnessed all the wine production stages, the guests will enjoy a picnic in the vineyards, based on Parma best known delicacies. Escaping from urban life has never been so tasty...

The music of Giuseppe Verdi is immortal and has become a cult in Parma and its neighborhoods. Indeed, the legendary composer was born near Busseto, a small village in Parma countryside, where people have gone on in preserving and celebrating the myth. Three small and fascinating museums put on display the objects, the tales and the characters linked to Verdi's life and art. With these enchanting tunes restating in their ears the guests will delight their palate with local specialties such as Culatello, Parmigiano and Lambrusco. A blessing for body and soul.

A walking tour dedicated to the secrets of the Bolognese hill. In the monasteries and in the cenobies of the hill the communities of friars who hosted the pilgrims going to the city met, the bishops many centuries later built their villas here, and the great hydraulic projects to bring the fresh water of the hill took place in this wild corner and wooded in the city. Our itinerary touches some of the wonders preserved in this part of the city, where nature and architecture come together in a unique union. The red and yellow colors of the villas, Renaissance churches and medieval cenobies (ancient medieval monasteries) blend with the light yellowish and white colors of the badlands and clay. Large wooded gardens are the setting for these architectural wonders.

Spend a full day getting to know the remarkable town of Ravenna. With five stunning Mosaic sights and an astounding 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Ravenna is a delight for the senses. Learn about the city’s Byzantine architecture from your guide as you explore historically significant landmarks. Break for lunch (own expense), and free time to explore and then reconvene in the afternoon. All museum admission fees are included with the tour.

The Italian city of Bologna is home to some of Italy’s most stylish and skilled street artists, with colorful murals and dazzling displays round every corner—but knowing where to find the best art takes local knowledge. On this bike tour, spin along safe cycle paths with your guide to lead the way, and head straight to the latest and most impressive pieces of street art. Along the way, learn how the locals preserve and protect Bologna’s vibrant creativity.

Discover Bologna through a literary lens on a 3-hour private walking tour. Follow your local guide to the city’s world renowned libraries, along with charming independent bookstores. Learn about the archeological site on which the university library stands today and see special spots in the city which inspired some of its most famous authors. Bookworms, history nuts, and Italophiles alike, are sure to find the personalized tour an enriching experience.

See the sights of Milan and ‘The Last Supper’ with a skip-the-line ticket on a half-day tour of the city. After leaving your hotel, you’ll check off Milan's big-name sights including Milan Duomo, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and La Scala opera theater. Learn about the city’s culture and history, then bypass the entrance lines to see Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic painting of ‘The Last Supper.’

Please be aware that this tour is adapted to the local regulations post Covid-19. Our hosts will deliver this experience with the required equipment always keeping the distance suggested by local authorities. It will be safe and entertaining! Kickstart your time in Bologna with a 90-minute introduction to the town with the help of your favorite local. See the best local spots of Bologna and discover the city through the eyes of a local. On this private tour, you’ll visit the must-see hangout spots of the city, but also see hidden places that will give an authentic feeling of the town. Enjoy the atmosphere and views from beautiful Piazzas and, hear all about the oldest University in the western world as you walk down Via Zamboni. Get your recommendations from your local host plus extra tips and tricks on what to see and do in Bologna. Get insights on the local lifestyle and find out true stories about the city’s past as you take in historical, full-of-life Bologna.

Cremona, the city of violins, Stradivari, Torrone nougat and much more! Through this full day tour we will discover its history and its most important monuments. Train tickets are included in order to get to the city. Leave from Milan Central Station at 8.20 am ( we will send you the train tickets) . You will reach Cremona in one hour. Once in Cremona you will meet our Professional Guide and you will walk through Corso Garibaldi street, to reach The City Hall, the main Cathedral, also called the Sistine Chapel of northern Italy, and the vertical museum hosted in the local bell tower, the so called Torrazzo (112 meter high ). Then you will experience the musical culture of the city with an interactive visit to the Violin Museum. Free time for shopping and lunch. Do not miss the opportunity to visit the historical shops of the old town and to buy the delicious Torrone, the traditional dessert. At 5.30 you will get the train back to Central Station and at 6.40 PM you will be in Milan.

We provide tours with the best local certified guides, our guides had to pass a severe exam abouth the history of the city to obtain this grade level. The experience we provide is unique and will make the difference for bringing back a great memory of this amazing city. We can arrange the tour in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese and many other languages please ask us your needs.

We provide tours with the best local certified guides, our guides had to pass a severe exam abouth the history of the city to obtain this grade level. The experience we provide is unique and will make the difference for bringing back a great memory of this amazing city. We can arrange the tour in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese and many other languages please ask us your needs.

We provide tours with the best local certified guides, our guides had to pass a severe exam abouth the history of the city to obtain this grade level. The experience we provide is unique and will make the difference for bringing back a great memory of this amazing city. We can arrange the tour in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese and many other languages please ask us your needs.

A tour with a local guide, that will enable you to discover and appreciate the most significant sites to visit in Modena old city center in 2 hours.

A walking tour with a local guide, that will enable you to discover and appreciate the most significant sites to visit in Modena old city center in 2 hours.

Bologna Food & Walking Tour - Private Tour with Local Guide - Ultimate Tour - since 1980 Guided walking tour and tasting tour

A 3-hour private tour to discover one of the Unesco heritage cities of Emilia Romagna. Famous for its historical center for the kitchen (here is the restaurant n 1 in the world) for the engines and the friendliness of the people who live there. A half day of discovery and fun in the streets of the Center of Modena. Tour includes: Certified guide Water bottle Coffee in historic bar of Modena Pick up in a hotel in the center of Modena

A shopping day in Bologna. Discover the most important boutiques in the center of Bologna Visit the niche perfumeries Discover the luxury men's / women's footwear boutiques Jewelers and historic goldsmiths of the Center of Bologna A professional Personal Shopper will take you to discover the luxury boutiques of the city. All accompanied by smiles and a lot of professionalism

An unconventional walking tour of the UNESCO Italian Creative city of gastronomy, a perfect match of art and taste. From the ground floor vaults of the Town Hall, still called Corn Porticoes, a "fil rouge" connects to the Cathedral, the Baptistry and to the Church of Santa Maria della Steccata, together with some remarkable "gastronomy boutiques". Parma ham, Anolini and Parmigiano will delight your palate, while the gorgeous frescoes by Correggio and Parmigianino will feed your soul. All mixed up in a unique, immersive experience.

The name of Parma is well known all around the world, for both its culinary and art treasures. An exclusive guided tour will allow you to discover them all, in just one day. From Langhirano, seat of the Museum of Parma ham, you will reach a ham factory where you will witness the production process, based on an ancient and unchanging knowledge. After a rich tasting of local delicacies, you will get back to the historical heart of Parma, where a majestic Cathedral and a gorgeous Baptistry dominate the skyline of the small, yet charming capital of taste and beauty.

Giuseppe Verdi and Arturo Toscanini have made Parma great for opera lovers all around the world. This exclusive tour celebrates the places where this tradition has born and still lives, together with the outstanding pieces of art and architecture that compose the unique harmony of the Small Paris of Emilia.

Two architectural wonders lie in the middle of Parma countryside, a few kilometers distant from each other. The first is Rocca Sanvitale, a fortress standing in the middle of the village of Fontanellato, gradually become a pleasure residence for the ancient family who has owned it for more than six centuries. The latter is the largest labyrinth in the world, dreamed and constructed by Franco Maria Ricci, a publisher and philanthropist whose astonishing art collection is kept in a gallery, at ht heart of the labyrinth itself. A whole day, to find your own path through beauty.