Parma, in the Footsteps of Verdi
A journey to the places of the great composer
Gastronomy and Culture: this is what comes to mind when thinking of Parma and its lands; above all, the figure of Giuseppe Verdi stands out, who was born here and who, despite being a great traveler, always remained closely linked to these places. An itinerary in the footsteps of the Maestro, with some delights for the palate…
Highlights:
- Giuseppe Verdi: The places where he was born and that he frequented during his life
- The Music: Organ concert at the Teatro Regio by the Organ Academy of Parma; private concert at Casa Barezzi in Busseto
- Tasting: Tasting of culatello and local products
Lenght of Tour: 4 days / 3 nights
Suggested time: All year especially in combination with:
Giuseppe Verdi: A Journey In His Land Between History, Music And Food
Live a cultural, musical and food & wine tour following Giuseppe Verdi’s footsteps in his wonderful lands: in the heart of Emilia Romagna discover the composer houses: the birthplace in Roncole and Villa Verdi in Sant’Agata, a beloved refuge and a place of retreat from the frenzy of city life, where some of the composer’s most famous works were born, such as “Rigoletto”, “Il trovatore” and “La forza del destino”.
In the heart of the fascinating Lands of Verdi lies a cultural and musical jewel: the picturesque city of Busseto, where Giuseppe Verdi spent his youth. Starting from the Teatro Verdi, a nineteenth-century theater located in the Pallavicino Castle, inaugurated in 1868 in honor of the Maestro, who however never set foot there. Right in front of the theater is the Casa Barezzi Museum, where a young Verdi grew up in the presence of his mentor: Alberto Barezzi, a man who had intuited the enormous potential of the musician, contributing to his education.
In the end, the most significant places in Parma: Teatro Regio, one of the most prestigious opera houses in the world; a place inextricably linked to Verdi where the Maestro went when he was in search of inspiration: Basilica of Santa Maria della Steccata. Palazzo della Pilotta, where the Teatro Farnese was built using unusual materials such as wood, straw and painted stucco.
Enjoy an experience made for music lovers from Roncole, Busseto, Sant’Agata to Parma.
Travel Itinerary
Day 1 - Parma and Polesine Parmense
- Independent arrival in Parma. Accommodation in a 3/4 or 5* hotel.
- Rooms available in the afternoon.
- In the afternoon departure by coach for Polesine Parmense to visit the Culatello and Masalén Museum.
- Dinner with tasting including cured meats and Parmigiano Reggiano.
- Return to Parma by coach. Overnight stay.
Day 2 - Le Terre Verdiane: Roncole, Busseto, Sant’Agata
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Departure by coach to the Verdi Places: Birthplace in Roncole and Villa Verdi in Sant’Agata where the composer lived for 50 years.
- Continue by coach to Busseto and lunch.
- Visit the small Teatro Verdi and Casa Barezzi Museum with a PRIVATE CONCERT.
- Return to Parma by coach. Free dinner.
Day 3 - Parma
- Breakfast at the hotel. Walking tour of the city of Parma.
- Visit Teatro Regio where we will attend an organ performance by the Organ Academy of Parma.
- At the end, a hearty aperitif.
- Visit the Farnese Crypts, inside the Basilica of Santa Maria della Steccata, a place inextricably linked to Verdi where the Maestro went when he was in search of inspiration.
- Visit Palazzo della Pilotta, where the Teatro Farnese was built.
- Free dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4 - Departure
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
- Independent departure.
The order of visits may vary for operational needs without changing the content.
Suggested indicative itinerary.
The tour may be modified and adapted to any requests for further information on topics chosen by the customer.
