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The perfect blend of Milanese Art, History and Culture - 8 hour walking tour

The perfect blend of Milanese Art, History and Culture - 8 hour walking tour

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2023

Sara M.

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Milan

English, French, Italian (Native), Japanese

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Sara M.)

Up to 6 people

Milan offers a perfect blend of world-famous landmarks and not so famous treasures for an 8-hour guided walking tour. This itinerary balances iconic monuments with off-the-beaten-path spots, covering about 8-10 km at a leisurely pace with breaks for photos, coffee, and lunch. Start early to avoid crowds and enjoy a local-guided experience emphasizing history, art, and hidden charm.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Milan Cathedral, Duomo

- Start at the Duomo, Milan Gothic masterpiece with its intricate spires and rooftop views over the city. Ask me for the skip-the-line tickets to go in and up to the terraces.

10:30 AM

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Stroll through the Galleria, the elegant 19th-century shopping arcade with its glass dome and mosaic floors.

11:00 AM

La Scala Opera House

Take a photo of the front of the world famous Teatro alla Scala from the piazza or visit the theater and its museum to learn about the history of Italian lyrics and most known opera composers (entrance fee to be paid on the spot).

12:00 PM

The Brera Artists District

Explore the Brera Artists District, only a few steps away from La Scala and have a break for lunch in this lively area of Milan.

01:30 PM

Sforza Castle

Continue 15 minutes walk to the impressive Sforza Castle, named after the Sforza Dukes of Milan in the Renaissance and learning about the intriguing history of the dukedom, reach the ancient Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio.

03:00 PM

Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio

One of the oldest basilicas in town, founded by Saint Ambrose at the end of the 4th century, it preserves the relics of the archbishop who's the patron saint of Milan. Not accessible during celebrations.

04:00 PM

Navigli District

Walk (or take a taxi, to be paid on the spot) to the Navigli District to discover part of the old town along the canals, and experience an aperitivo by the water at the end of the tour, with a spritz and finger food as most of the Milanese do in the late afternoon.

Ending Point

Grand Canal

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

- Guide fee

What‘s not included

- Public transportation fees (if required)

- Taxi fare (if required)

- Entrance tickets

- Lunch/Aperitivo

- Personal expenses

Tour Important Information

-This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

Not recommended for those with severe back/knee issues.

-This tour is wheelchair accessible, except the Duomo terraces.

-We can always modify the itinerary according to your needs.

The Duomo and the Basilica of Saint Ambrose are not accessible on Sunday morning and during celebrations.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2023

Sara M.

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About Tour Guide Sara M.

Hello from Milan, Northern Italy, I would love to guide you around my beautiful city, where I have been working as an official tourist guide since I graduated from University and organizing tours for my guests is my favourite activity. I studied languages and cultures, but my passion is art history and I like sharing intriguing stories and anecdotes about the old Milan as discovering the contemporary urban soul of the city with my guests. Fashion and design are also important here, so you can ask me to taylor a fashion history tour or urban architecture trek to the different district of the city. And if you are a food lover, we can also combine art and food and construct a memorable experience for your trip to Milan.