Parma Self Guided Walking Tour Painted Skies with Audio and Quiz

2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 11 more

Discover Parma at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour through the city that gave the world Correggio's painted skies. Follow the route on your smartphone as your audio guide brings each stop to life with stories about the Cathedral's frescoed dome, the Baptistery, Piazza Garibaldi, and the grand halls of Palazzo della Pilotta. Along the way, test your knowledge with fun quizzes about Parma's art, history, and architecture. There's no app to download and no physical guide to carry - just open your phone and start exploring whenever you're ready. Go at your own rhythm, pause for a coffee or a slice of Parmesan, and let the city's Renaissance treasures unfold stop by stop.

What's Included

Self-guided tour on your smartphone, APP not needed!
Available in: English, Deutsch, Italiano, Français, Español, Português, 中文
Audioguide with quizzes about each point of interest along the tour
A physical guide (the tour is accessible on your smartphone)
Access offline. Internet needed on your phone

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
San Giovanni Evangelista

Start your self-guided tour at the entrance of Basilica di San Giovanni Evangelista. Open your Ciceru experience nearby and follow the route on your smartphone.

End point

The tour ends near Piazza Ghiaia. Take a moment to enjoy the area before finishing your walk.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • San Giovanni Evangelista (Pass by)

    Begin your self-guided walking tour at this Renaissance basilica, the starting point of your Ciceru audio experience through Parma.

    Admission ticket free
  • Cattedrale di Parma (Pass by)

    Admire the Romanesque facade and Correggio's famous painted dome inside Parma's magnificent cathedral.

    Admission ticket free
  • Battistero di Parma (Pass by)

    Marvel at the pink Verona marble octagon and its richly frescoed interior, one of Italy's finest medieval baptisteries.

    Admission ticket free
  • Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi (Pass by)

    Stroll through Parma's lively central square, framed by elegant palazzi and cafe terraces.

    Admission ticket free
  • Palazzo Del Governatore (Pass by)

    Look up at the frescoed loggia and astronomical clock of this historic 16th-century palace overlooking the square.

    Admission ticket free
  • Basilica di Santa Maria della Steccata (Madonna della Steccata) (Pass by)

    Gaze at the Renaissance exterior of this basilica, named for a simple wooden fence built to hold back crowds of pilgrims.

    Admission ticket free
  • Teatro Regio (Pass by)

    Pass by one of Italy's most prestigious opera houses, home to the celebrated Verdi Festival.

    Admission ticket free
  • Palazzo della Pilotta (Pass by)

    Admire this massive Renaissance complex housing the Farnese Theatre, the National Gallery, and the Palatine Library.

    Admission ticket free
  • Piazza Ghiaia (Pass by)

    The tour ends here, at Parma's lively riverside market square, the perfect spot to relax after your walk.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Ciceru

Tags

Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Architecture Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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