Private Best of Milan Guided Tour with Duomo, La Scala Theatre and Sforza Castle


3 hours
Free cancellation
1 - 15
Mobile ticket

Overview

In this 3 hour walking tour you will see all the highlights of Milan. A guided tour through the Majestic Duomo Cathedral, icon of the city. The cathedral is a wonderful exampe of gothic architecture, but it has been built over six centuries, so you will be impressed by the different overlapping styles, which still give a unified sense to the whole structure. You will cross the beautiful Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, the first prototype of the modern shops mall, that connects Piazza Duomo with Piazza della Scala. This last will be the next stop of your tour, you will visit La Scala theater, one of the most famous Opera House in the world. You will walk down the charming Brera district, where you will see the typical houses with balconies full of plants and flowers. The tour continues to the Sforza Castle courtyards and listen your guide telling about the many years Leonardo Da Vinci spent at this court.
After this tour you will be able to check many boxes on your to-do list in Milan!

Inclusions

  • Professional art historian guide
  • Entry/Admission - Teatro Alla Scala
  • Entry/Admission - Duomo di Milano

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Piazza del Duomo, 20122 Milan Italy

This private tour takes you to the exciting Italian city of Milan, the fashionable place to see and be seen. Milan has a rich culture steeped in tradition, beautiful art and hospitable people.

Explore with an adept English-Speaking guide, who will tailor the tour to your personal interests.

Stop At: Duomo di Milano, Piazza del Duomo, 20122 Milan Italy

A highlight of the Milan City Tour is the world-famous Duomo di Milano. This cathedral is the fifth largest in the world, and the largest in all of Italy. It was built in the Gothic style and took almost six centuries to complete. Learn about its art and architecture as you stroll leisurely with your guide.

Milan is an ancient city with origins in the 6th Century B.C. For approximately 200 years, it was the seat of the Roman Empire.

Duration: 45 minutes

Pass By: Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Piazza del Duomo, 20123 Milan Italy

You’ll enjoy a visit to one of the first shopping malls in the world, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. This 19th Century arcade boasts two glass-vaulted arcades and a glass dome, in the style of the period. Browse in the shops, or quench your thirst in one of the many cafés or bars, as the 19th Century poets, artists and men of letters did in their day.


Stop At: Teatro Alla Scala, Via Filodrammatici 2, 20121 Milan Italy

Another noteworthy destination is the world-famous Teatro alla Scala, the Opera House of Milan. Designed by Giuseppe Piermarini, it opened in 1778, having been built on the ruins of a former theater. Travelers from all over the world have enjoyed spectacular operas performed on these premises.


Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Castello Sforzesco, Piazza Castello, 3, 20121 Milan Italy

This tour includes the fascinating medieval Sforza Castle ( outside and courtyard) built by Francesco Sforza, the Duke of Milan in the 15th Century. This exclusive tour of Milan is led by a top-rated local guide. You will love it!

Duration: 40 minutes

Pass By: Raphael Tours in Milan, 00165 Milan Italy

This tou ris offered by Raphael Tours

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Sforza Castle is visited from outside only.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Elena_R
September 2023

Ana was our private guide who was very informative about absolutely everything! We loved the pace of this tour, it was easy to walk and listen and also ask questions.. Ana was also asking us about our travel plans and gave us a lot of good pointers.

Alex_K
September 2023

This was a amily trip. Group of six. No kids. Very good tour covering historical structures and its history. Be ready for lotsa steps. :)

me61lucas
November 2022

Paivi was very informative and friendly. We had a great private tour with her learning about Milan. She provided restaurant recommendations in addition to the tour.

CarlaSue_Z
September 2022

Knowledgeable, friendly, accommodating. Anna was a good guide, very patient with our transportation difficulties!

terry_p
August 2022

Great informative tour enjoyed really getting the behind the scene tour. Highly recommend that everyone consider on their vacation

Alisa_T
July 2022

Ana was an amazing guide- rich narrative and all the details that make the stories of Milan worth telling and seeing!

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