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See two masterpieces in Milan in just hours without the hassle of booking hard-to-find tickets with this art-focused tour. Begin by exploring the Sforza Castle with your guide to learn about its history and marvel at Michelangelo’s “Pietà Rondanini”. Then head to the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie to admire the architecture by Renaissance great Bramante before finishing with a visit to Leonardo's “Last Supper” in the adjoining monastery.

Explore a different side of Milan–and combine sightseeing with learning–on this tour to see Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic Last Supper painting in the convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie. Discover the history of the artwork, hear about its cultural significance, and uncover its hidden meanings. Along the way, learn about da Vinci’s artistic approach and creative process.

Right in the center of Milan lies the Sforza Castle, built in the 15th century. Take a tour of the Medieval structure with a guide and learn about its rich history. The castle is now a museum and houses several masterpieces including Michelangelo’s Pieta Rondanini sculpture. See this and other great pieces as you stroll through the castle's interior and courtyard.

Get an inside look into Bergamo’s historic cuisine with this gastro-tour led by a foodie guide. Explore the old town of Bergamo Alta on foot, stopping to sample rustic specialties and rich traditional dishes in a number of restaurants along the way. Learn about the evolution of the local cuisine from the Lombards to today, and end your tour with a scoop of stracciatella gelato, created in Bergamo.

Get an introduction to the fashion of Milan during this walking tour. Visit local outlets, designer boutiques, and artisan stores as you search for unique pieces throughout the city. See how handmade pieces are created and the work it takes to brand it as ‘Made in Italy.’ This private tour is completely customizable to your interests and desires so you can experience Milanese fashion your own way.

See Leonardo da Vinci’s "The Last Supper," one of the world’s most famous paintings, with guaranteed skip-the-line access on this Milan walking tour. With a prebooked ticket, you’ll enjoy direct entrance to Santa Maria delle Grazie Church, learn about the iconic mural, then continue to the nearby Church of San Maurizio to admire its Renaissance frescoes. Numbers are capped at 15 for a more intimate tour.

Get out of Milan for the day and explore the Italian Riviera, seeing the seaside port town of Genoa and prettied-up Portofino on this action-packed guided tour. Learn about the history of both towns, as you take a guided walking tour of Genoa and then take some free time to discover Portofino on your own.

Don’t waste your time in tourist trap snack bars in Milan; discover the best of Milan’s cuisine and neighborhoods on a food tour of the Navigli canal district and Porta Ticinese. Visit bars and restaurants to learn about northern Italy’s famous aperitivo culture. Sample local wine, Milanese risotto, and more treats as you explore with a guide. Even better: Numbers are capped at 12 for a more sociable small-group tour.

Marvel at one of the most iconic works of art in the world without the hassle of waiting in line with this fast-track “Last Supper” tour. Skip the lines to enter Santa Maria delle Grazie and take in Leonardo Da Vinci’s masterpiece with a guide to learn fascinating facts and history about this famous fresco. Headsets are provided so you don’t miss a word of commentary in the crowded refectory.

Italy’s bustling capital of culture and fashion can be overwhelming to a first-time visitor. With this tour, get your bearings and see the major sights in just a few hours without the hassle of following a map or coordinating admission tickets. Marvel at the iconic duomo inside and out, see La Scala opera house from outside, explore the city’s old town, and stop to admire Leonardo da Vinci’s “Last Supper” in a single tour.

Discover highlights of northern Italy’s cultural and financial capital on a walking tour of Milan. Experience the city’s must-see attractions, including the Sforza Castle, the La Scala opera house, and Milan’s majestic cathedral—one of the largest in the world. Plus, avoid the hassle of securing tickets with included entry into the UNESCO-listed Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, home to Leonardo da Vinci’s famous "The Last Supper" painting.

Visit a villa winery in Domaso on Lake Como, and experience an authentic Italian family-run wine estate that’s been nurtured through the generations. Ideal if you’re looking for a Lake Como experience with a difference, the visit includes a tour of the wine cellar followed by an extravagant tasting session. You’ll savor local specialities that have been carefully chosen to complement the wine as you learn about viticulture in the northern Italian region.

The class will learn to cook three typical dishes of the Italian tradition, using professional tricks and techniques; it will be followed step by step by me as a professional chef but at the same time the atmosphere will be relaxed and pleasant. The recipe cards will be provided so it will be easy to replicate them at home with friends and relatives. The lesson will take place in my cooking workshop, that is, in a real professional kitchen. It is possible to have special menus in case of allergies, intolerances or special diets: please specify your request when booking

Go beyond Milan to discover a world of Swiss-Italian mountains and meadows from the seat of the Bernina Red Train. Known as one of the world’s most scenic train journeys, complete with ice fields and waterfalls, the Bernina Red Train is a bucket list trip, but the logistics can be tricky. This day trip makes it easy, packaging round-trip coach transport from Milan with a Bernina Red Train ticket from Tirano to glitzy St. Moritz. You even get a stop to visit the Sanctuary of the Madonna di Tirano.

From Milan we will go by private car transportation to see two museums: first the Ferrari museum, then the museum Casa Enzo Ferrari. The tour guide who is keen on Formula one cars, will do a private guided tour in your language to see the most iconic famous and F1 Ferrari racing cars inside the museums, the transfers from Milan and back are included . If you like you can also pay to drive a fancy car Ferrari or also try a professional Ferrari driving simulator to improve your driving skills. If you want to drive a sport car, you need to have your driving licence issued by your local office and you must be no younger than 19 years old and in this situation, at least three years of driving licence. This is a private tour for you only if you are a single person, or for your private group only. Museums tickets for both museums are not included and must be paid at the entrance desk of the museum or online.

Get your bearings and see Milan's top sights in just a few hours with this intimate guided walking tour. Choose a private tour or join a small group of just six people to admire the city's A-list attractions, including Leonardo da Vinci's 'Last Supper'. Stroll through the bustling downtown to take in historic churches, the financial district, and stop at a coffee house for an espresso before ending at the Duomo.

Visit Lake Garda and Verona the convenient way when you’re on vacation in Milan. This full-day trip by coach offers a round-trip route from central Milan to the lake town of Sirmione, passing the city of Verona on the way. Check off key Verona sights such as Juliet’s Balcony, then head on to Sirmione to stroll the old town streets and soak up sights of Italy’s largest lake.

Learn about Europe's premier fashion design capital on this private tour through Milan’s most fashionable areas. Explore the chic Brera and Navigli districts and discover hidden fashion gems like local artisan boutiques and vintage clothing shops—as well as big-name designer stores—while learning about local fashion history from your guide.

Experience the wines of northern Italy when you take a wine-tasting tour to the Franciacorta wine region from Milan. Join a small group and visit a local vineyard where you learn about the winemaking process on a guided tour before sampling a few wines paired with snacks. You also taking a walking tour of the town of Brescia to see its cultural and historical highlights.

Pleasure your palate with fine Italian wine during this express wine-tasting session in Milan. With a professional sommelier, you’ll sample four wine varietals—including red, white, and sparkling—while learning about their origins and manufacture, and enjoy a cheese and charcuterie platter. Plus, you’ll have chance to buy some of your favorite wines after the tasting session.

Cruise through the streets of Milan on this Segway tour of one of Italy’s most popular cities. Once you’ve mastered the self-balancing, 2-wheeled machine, take off and explore the landmarks of this fashion and commerce capital. Your guide takes you past the Sforzesco Castle, Piazza del Duomo, and La Scala opera house. And you even have a chance to scope out the top street for shopping as you make your way down Corso Vittorio Emanuele II. With a cap of eight people, this Segway tour is guaranteed to offer a personalized experience to travelers who want to explore Milan.

Leonardo da Vinci’s "The Last Supper" is one of the most famous paintings in the world, but visitors can spend more time queuing outside than admiring the masterpiece. This combo tour maximizes time with skip-the-line tickets to "The Last Supper," followed by a walking tour of Sforza Castle, a ride through Milan on a vintage tram, and stops at the Duomo, Piazza della Repubblica, and La Scala opera House.

Swap the city sights of Milan for the lakeside allure of Lake Como with this day trip from Milan. Showcasing the highlights of the glamorous northern lake, the excursion packs in a lot in just one day. Choose from two tour options when booking—one with two private cruises and one with a private morning cruise and a ride on a Bernina red train.

The lakes and mountains of Italy and Switzerland are in easy reach of Milan, but it isn’t easy to know the best spots to visit and how to reach them if you’re new to the area. This Lake Como and Bernina Red train tour makes the stunning scenery accessible with round-trip coach transport from Milan, a ride on one of the world’s most famous alpine train routes, and free time in the glamorous ski town of St. Moritz.