Best of Milan in a Day Private Guided Tour of Highlights
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Tour Description
Enjoy the best of Milan in one day with a private guide! Visit the Duomo, Sforza Castle, La Scala, Brera, San Maurizio, Sant’Ambrogio, and Leonardo’s Last Supper (advance booking required).
Key Information
- Experience Private, Walking
- Guided by Licensed national tour guide
- Duration 6 hours
- Starting times (Customizable) Full-day
- Languages English, Italian, Spanish, French, German
- Pickup available Upon request
Highlights
- Sforza Castle – Fortress of Milan’s dukes.
- Duomo di Milano – Explore its grand interior and rooftops.
- Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II – Italy’s oldest shopping arcade.
- La Scala Theatre & Piazza della Scala – Opera legends and Leonardo da Vinci.
- Church of San Maurizio – The “Sistine Chapel of Milan.”
- Basilica of Sant’Ambrogio – One of Milan’s most important ancient churches.
- Optional: Santa Maria delle Grazie & The Last Supper – Leonardo’s masterpiece (advance booking required).
- Optional: Brera Art Gallery – Masterpieces by Caravaggio, Raphael, and more.
Itinerary
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Morning Icons
Begin at the Sforza Castle, stroll through Piazza dei Mercanti, visit the Duomo (interior + optional rooftops), and walk through the elegant Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Continue to La Scala Theatre and the nearby statue of Leonardo da Vinci in Piazza della Scala.
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Afternoon Treasures
Discover the frescoes of the Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, and step into the ancient Basilica of Sant’Ambrogio. For an enriched experience, add (upon request) a guided visit to the Brera Art Gallery or Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper (advance booking required).
Full Description
Enjoy the best of Milan in one full day on a private guided walking tour that combines the city’s most famous landmarks with hidden gems. With your expert guide, you’ll uncover centuries of history, art, and culture while experiencing the modern elegance that makes Milan unique.
Start at the Sforza Castle, once home to the dukes of Milan, and step into the medieval charm of Piazza dei Mercanti. Marvel at the stunning Duomo di Milano, exploring its breathtaking interior and (optionally) the rooftop terraces for panoramic city views. Walk under the sparkling glass dome of the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Italy’s oldest shopping arcade, before visiting the legendary La Scala Theatre and the nearby statue of Leonardo da Vinci in Piazza della Scala.
In the afternoon, visit the frescoed Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore (the “Sistine Chapel of Milan”) and step into the ancient Basilica of Sant’Ambrogio. For those wishing to deepen their experience, you may also include a guided visit to the Brera Art Gallery or, with advance booking, admire Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper at Santa Maria delle Grazie.
This tour is fully customizable in pace and itinerary. Pick-up can be arranged from your hotel, train station, or even the airport. A perfect way to explore the very best of Milan in just one day!
Tour Gallery
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What is included
Included
- Private expert guide
- Skip-the-line entrance tickets (when selected in advance)
Recommendations
Tips and Tricks
- Perfect for first-time visitors who want to see it all in one day.
- Wear comfortable shoes – expect a full day of walking.
- Customize your experience – choose between art, history, or religious highlights based on your interests.
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