A historical-literary tour exploring the darker side of the city.
On Saturday, May 23rd, join us for an immersive experience through intrigues, secrets, and forgotten stories of Farnese Parma.
We will start from the Steccata and move through places of power and mystery: from the enigma surrounding Parmigianino’s death to the events of the Inquisition, all the way to court dramas and crimes that have shaped the city’s history.
A journey where art and storytelling intertwine, revealing Parma’s most hidden and fascinating side.
EXCLUSIVE: visit to the Choir of the Knights inside the Magistral Basilica of Santa Maria della Steccata
During the tour, readings from essays and literary texts will accompany the itinerary.
End point: Feltrinelli Bookstore – Via Luigi Carlo Farini 17, Parma
The tour will conclude with an evocative literary salon: a presentation and a themed corner featuring crime and noir books, carefully selected by the bookstore staff. A special moment to immerse yourself in the tour’s atmosphere among stories, mysteries, and new reads.
Meeting point: Basilica della Steccata, Strada Garibaldi 5, Parma
Saturday, May 23rd, 3:00 PM
Duration: 2 hours
Fee: €20 per person (€18 if booked by May 15th)
BOOKING REQUIRED
Tour guide: Roberta Gasparini
Discover the city’s most enigmatic side: tickets
