Top Milan Historical Tours - page 2

Explore Milan's most significant historical landmarks, including skip-the-line access to da Vinci's 'The Last Supper', during this walking tour. With your local art historian guide, visit sites like Sforza Castle, the Scala Theater, Piazza dei Mercanti, and the Duomo. View 'The Last Supper', Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece, without waiting in the general admission line. All entrance fees are included on this small-group walking tour.

The La Scala Theater in Milan’s city center is one of the world’s most famous opera houses, inaugurated in 1778. Join a small group and a guide to explore the temple of music and learn about its secrets and history. See a collection of set designs, musical instruments, and costumes that have been used for some of the greatest performances during your tour.

The Bernina Express is one of the most dazzling rail lines in the world and this excursion offers the chance to experience it from the best seat in the house. Skip the hassle of arranging transportation to the departure and arrival stations with round-trip bus transport directly from Milan, and settle into a panoramic seat for views of the Alpine peaks between St. Moritz and Tirano.

Experience one of Leonardo da Vinci’s most famous works of art, “The Last Supper,” during your time in Milan. Guarantee your entrance and avoid long lines at the same time with this priority entrance admission. After a briefing, head inside the Santa Maria della Grazie Church and enjoy 15 minutes to admire the mural. Your guide provides information about the painting; its history, artistic techniques, perspective, and more.

The Duomo is a Milan highlight, but the long lines to enter can eat into your sightseeing time. On this express tour, save time with skip-the-line access and a guided tour that covers the interiors in just an hour. Choose a tour time that fits your schedule and take in the church and crypt, with insights to better understand their history and architecture. Opt to add on a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour pass to visit Milan's A-list sights with ease.

Traverse the metropolis of Milan and uncover hidden gems on this private walking tour, which you can customize according to what interests you most. See landmarks such as the Duomo, Sforza Castle, and La Scala Theater and a few hidden gems. View works of art around the city and learn about Milan’s influence in the fashion industry from your local host, who knows the city inside out.

Go behind the scenes at Milan’s celebrated Teatro Alla Scala opera house with a guided tour of La Scala Museum. Your guide shares live commentary about La Scala as you browse a collection of instruments, art, and other memorabilia that illuminate the history of this celebrated opera house. You can also go inside one of the opera boxes and hear about Italian opera notable like Verdi and Toscanini. Optional Hop on Hop off 2 days ticket: Get off and take your time to visit Cenacolo, Basilica of Sant’Ambrogio, Science and Technology Museum, Navigli and more, and get on again on the bus whenever you want. The ticket allow you to start the tour from all our bus stops and don’t forget that you can get on and off whenever you want.

Every Sunday and Monday Leave urban Milan for the day and spend some time at picturesque Lake Maggiore, located in Italy's Lake District. Explore the chic town of Stresa, learning about the area's history from your guide and perusing the shops. Then hop on a boat for a cruise around the lake, and take in the scenery of the water and surrounding mountains. Visit Isola dei Pescatori, where you have free time to explore, and then explore Borromeo Palace in Isola Bella, before making the return trip to Milan.

Milan’s Duomo Cathedral is an ornate building that took almost 600 years to complete. Learn about the building’s history on a guided tour of the cathedral, rooftops, and baptistry. Discover the mosaics, stained glass windows, statues, and works of art that adorn the church and, at the end of the tour, enjoy unparalleled views of Milan from the rooftop.

When in Milan, don’t follow a cookie-cutter itinerary. Instead, sightsee your own way on a hop-on hop-off bus tour that lets you set your own schedule. Enjoy panoramic views from the open top deck, which has on-board Wi-Fi that helps you plan your stops and disembark whenever an attraction captures your attention.

Get a glimpse inside one of humanity's most creative minds at the Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology with this private tour led by a licensed guide. Explore the life and legacy of the Renaissance artist, musician, architect, and engineer through interactive exhibits including life-size replicas of Leonardo's inventions. Plus, get access to the museums permanent and temporary exhibits showcasing innovations ranging from vintage planetary clocks to rocket launchers.

See the best of Milan with a hop-on hop-off bus ticket valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours. Enjoy views from the top level of an open-air double-decker bus, including the Milan Duomo and La Scala opera house. Choose from four routes covering all main attractions, with unlimited hop-on hop-off access. The 72-hour weekend ticket from June to September also includes a Milan night 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.

Travel through the Swiss Alps aboard the iconic Bernina Express, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its breathtaking scenery. Depart from Milan and journey to St. Moritz, where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll around the lake, sip renowned Swiss hot chocolate, and browse luxurious boutiques. Experience the thrilling descent through the Engadin Valley, cross the spectacular Bernina Pass, and marvel at engineering feats like the Brusio helical bridge. This full-day tour includes transportation in an air-conditioned coach, a guided exploration of the area's rich history, and a comfortable return to Milan after a day filled with alpine beauty. - Full-day tour from Milan to St. Moritz and the Bernina Pass - Enjoy the scenic Bernina Express train ride with opening windows - Explore St. Moritz, Switzerland’s premier mountain resort - Includes transport and a certified guide for an enriched experience

Discover the charm of Lake Como without the crowds with a small-group tour from Milan. In the company of an expert guide, visit the villages of Bellagio and Varenna, explore hidden gems, and soak up the scenery on a lake cruise. Travel by train for a faster, hassle-free journey, giving you more time to explore the beauty of the lake and its stunning surroundings.

Milan’s Duomo, with its splintering spires and fantastical Gothic façade, is undoubtedly one of Milan’s most iconic attractions. Bypass lines and explore the cathedral’s equally spectacular interior on this 1-hour guided tour, which includes skip-the-line entry. Head inside to marvel at prismatic stained-glass windows and the ornate altarpiece, and enjoy entry to the Museo del Duomo.

The Monumental Cemetery of Milan is one of the most characteristic and unknown spots in the city. Considered as a proper open-air museum, once inside the cemetery no words to describe the beauty of this place, where peace and art coexist. Unveil the graves of the most important Milanese powerful families. Do you know that Campari family built a tomb similar to the Last Supper of Leonardo Da Vinci? Join this 1 hour and 30 minutes guided experience throughout this extraordinary place. Your monolingual tour guide will show you the most significant buildings and tell you the history behind the cemetery. Prepare yourself to discover this unexpected place located in the heart of Milan!

Ensure that you see 'The Last Supper' by Leonardo da Vinci during your visit to Milan with this private tour at the Basilica of Santa Maria delle Grazie. It can be difficult to get tickets to this popular attraction, but with this tour you can guarantee your admission. The guide then provides detailed commentary about da Vinci’s masterpiece and the church itself, for an in-depth experience of this Italian destination.

Whether you have a couple of hours or a full day to explore Milan, this private customizable tour covers all the bases. Join your dedicated guide and create an itinerary based on your group's interests. Discover key landmarks like the Duomo and Sforza Castle, try Milanese food at local restaurants, and walk through the most interesting neighborhoods in just a few hours.

Cover two of Milan’s most famous cultural treasures in just hours on this guided tour of both the Duomo and La Scala. Save time with skip-the-line access to both sites and take a deep dive into the history and lore of La Scala opera house and museum before strolling through Galleria Vittorio Emanuele to the Duomo. Admire this landmark cathedral's Gothic facade and tour the interior with commentary from your guide. Upgrade to include a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus pass to visit the rest of the city.

Secure admission to Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘The Last Supper’ and tour the Santa Maria delle Grazie convent and church (where the painting is held) with this tour and ticket combo. Learn the history of the celebrated 15th-century mural and the groundbreaking technique that Leonardo used in creating it. Visit the UNESCO-listed church with your guide before finishing your tour in the Piazza Santa Maria delle Grazie.

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.

The panoramic cathedral rooftop is one of the most striking sights in Milan, but lines to enter can be long. Optimize your time on this skip-the-line tour, which includes express elevator access to reach the final 50 steps to the top. Learn about the Duomo’s history and architecture as you take in views across Milan and, on a clear day, well beyond the city. Upgrade for an optional hop-on hop-off 2-day ticket to visit the city's other attractions by open-top buses.

Get swept up in the scenery and romance of Verona and Lake Garda on a day trip from Milan. Led by a local guide, begin with a walking tour of Verona, passing the main square of Piazza delle Erbe, the Roman Arena and the house of Juliet where Shakespeare enthusiasts can call out to Romeo from the balcony. After pausing for lunch, head to the lakeside village of Sirmione to explore the medieval streets, famous castle and stunning views.