The City Storytelling Experience: Art, History and Myths Come Together
Overview
Your English mother-tongue local guide is funny, passionate and knowledgeable. She loves Milan, her home city, and you'll love it too as you travel on this voyage of discovery. You'll get lots of extra suggestions for your holiday stay in Milan.
Milan's 2000-year history will take shape through fascinating legends, myths and art. You'll see the influence of the Roman, Spanish, Austrian, and French conquerors: from Napoleon's “Arch of Peace” to "The Devil wears Prada”.
There will be a toilet and water fountain stop.
The price you see is a minimum for the site, but the idea is that this you pay "what-you-think-was-worth". I work hard to provide this tour, so tips are always welcomed. BOOKING DIRECTLY ON WEBSITE IS AVAILABLE.
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Inclusions
- Toilet Break
- Fountain to refill Water Bottles
- List of Recommendations
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio, Piazza Sant'Ambrogio 15, 20123 Milan Italy
Sant'Ambrogio is the Patron Saint of Milan. His Basilica is one of the oldest churches still in use. It is rich in history and interesting stories, which we will discover on this tour.
As we learn about the fundamental symbols in this church, we will continue to see them throughout our tour of Milan.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Piazza Santa Maria delle Grazie 2, 20123 Milan Italy
Leonardo Da Vinci's famous "The Last Supper" is painted on the wall of the monastry of The Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie.
The Church is an outstanding work of architecture and Renaissance art and thus became a UNESCO World Heritage Listed Site in 1980.
This is our second church designed by Bramante, whose many architectural creations we will see on this tour.
WE WILL SEE THIS CHURCH FROM OUTSIDE.
ENTRANCE TO THE "LAST SUPPER" PAINTING IS NOT INCLUDED (YOU NEED TO BOOK A SEPARATE TICKET, THAT IS €15 ( ON OFFICIAL WEBSITE CENACOLO VINCIANO VIVATICKET) and they sell out quickly!)
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Castello Sforzesco, Piazza Castello, 3, 20121 Milan Italy
The Sforzesco Castle was the family castle and fortress of the influential Sforza Family. Today the moats and drawbridges that surround it are the home of its true rulers: the cats.
The family was also the cultural and fashion leaders of their day. Thanks to them, Leonardo, Bramante and many other architects were invited to Milan to beautify the city public and private buildings.
Entrance to the different museums in the Castle is not included. We will visit its courtyards and gardens.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Piazza Mercanti, Milan Italy
The old economic heart of the city
Duration: 4 minutes
Stop At: Duomo di Milano, Piazza del Duomo, 20122 Milan Italy
The magnificent imposing Duomo Cathedral is the landmark of Milan. Its beauty, day and night, is a source of joy for all.
It took more than 500 years to build it therefore is has many stories, anecdotes and myths to tell.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Piazza del Duomo, 20123 Milan Italy
Piazza La Scala is linked to Piazza Duomo by the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
This highly artistic, luxurious shopping arcade was created in the 19th century to celebrate the Unity of Italy, the symbols of which we see throughout the Gallery.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Teatro Alla Scala, Via Filodrammatici 2, 20121 Milan Italy
The World famous La Scala Opera House has long premiered great music aka Verdi, Pavarotti, Maria Callas, Puccini..
Its opening nights are magical and an occasion to see Italy's top people dressed in their finest. Not to miss!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Brera District, Via Pontaccio, Via FatebeneFratelli, Via dei Giardini, Via Monte di Pieta, Via Ponte Vetero and Via Mercato., Milan Italy
Optional - Brera district is a Bohemian neighborhood with charming narrow streets and hidden alleys. It is still home to artists, with Milan's main Art Academy.
Now it is an artsy area where creativity thrives in many different forms, not only art but also food.
Duration: 25 minutes
Meeting point
Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Exclusions
- Leonardo Da Vinci's "Last Supper" ticket - entrance
- Entry/Admission - Santa Maria delle Grazie
- Entry/Admission - Duomo di Milano
- Entry/Admission - Teatro Alla Scala
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Cancellation
Chiara was great! Very informative tour 👌 we learned a lot about Milano. I definitely recommend it.
Chiara was great! Very informative tour 👌 we learned a lot about Milano. I definitely recommend it.Thank you for this outstanding tour! We fully recommend this tour guide. She showed us pretty interesting spots in Milano.
Thank you for this outstanding tour! We fully recommend this tour guide. She showed us pretty interesting spots in Milano.Chiara is a great guide. She is very dedicated and we can see her passion and commitment on providing us an amazing tour through the city.
Chiara is a great guide. She is very dedicated and we can see her passion and commitment on providing us an amazing tour through the city.An exciting tour through history art and architecture in Milan. The experience with Chiara is entertaining and her energy is contagious and thrilling! Not only Chiara has an incredible knowledge but she’s also really kind and nice. Highly recommend.
An exciting tour through history art and architecture in Milan. The experience with Chiara is entertaining and her energy is contagious and thrilling! Not only Chiara has an incredible knowledge but she’s also really kind and nice. Highly recommend.Very good and enthusiastic guide. We learned a lot in the 3 hours. A nice and local view on the city.
Very good and enthusiastic guide. We learned a lot in the 3 hours. A nice and local view on the city.Perfect tour to learn about the complex history of Milan. Discovered new food and places. Helped us to further discover Milan by ourselves ! Highly recommend !
Perfect tour to learn about the complex history of Milan. Discovered new food and places. Helped us to further discover Milan by ourselves ! Highly recommend !