Parma Pharmacy of San Filippo Neri and Botanical Garden Guided Tour
About this activity
Experience Highlights
Discover the fascinating history of the San Filippo Neri pharmacy and explore the beautiful Botanical Gardens of Parma on this guided tour. The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and you will be accompanied by an expert guide to get the most out of your visit. For added convenience, the tour includes priority access tickets to both sites.
- Immerse yourself in the past and learn about the history of the San Filippo Neri pharmacy.
- Enjoy a relaxing stroll through the Botanical Gardens and admire their natural beauty.
- Benefit from the company of an expert guide to get to know these two city landmarks in depth.
What’s included
- Guided tour of the pharmacy of San Filippo Neri and the Botanical Gardens in Parma of about 2 hours.
- Entrance to the two sites of the visit
- Quick access
- Expert guide
Step by Step
On this guided tour, you will have the opportunity to explore the famous San Filippo Neri pharmacy in Parma. Dating back to the 18th century, this pharmacy is a historical treasure and houses an impressive collection of ceramic and wooden jars, as well as a wide variety of ancient medicines. An expert guide will take you through the history of the pharmacy, explaining how medicinal remedies and herbs were used in the past.
After visiting the pharmacy, you will head to the Botanical Gardens of Parma. These beautiful gardens, founded in 1774, are a haven of peace in the middle of the city. You can stroll along the shady paths, admire the wide variety of plants and flowers, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
During the tour, you will learn about the medicinal properties of the plants and herbs found in the Botanical Gardens. You will discover how they are used in traditional medicine and how they can benefit our health.
The visit to both sites will last approximately 2 hours and you will be accompanied by the expert guide at all times. To make sure you don't have to worry about anything, the tour includes priority access tickets to the San Filippo Neri Pharmacy and the Botanical Gardens.