The best of Milan: walking and tasting
Overview
Milan is the capital of Italian finance and fashion, besides being one of the most cosmopolitan European cities. You may be confused by the amazing width of stimulations which you may get once arrived, but there are a few ways to get the best of it in a short and pleasant walk.
This private guided tour will take you across the town centre, between some of its symbols: the Duomo, the "Galleria" and the Castello Sforzesco, without renouncing to the bittersweet, unmistakable taste of an icon of international mixology, born in Milan: Campari!
Gallery
What's Included
✓ Included
- Qualified private guide
- Entrance ticket to the "Duomo" Cathedral of Milan
- Typical aperitif in a historical café, with tasting of a drink based on Campari, the most iconic between Milanese spirits
✗ Not Included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
A private guided tour will lead you to discover the wonders of this iconic cathedral, whose construction lasted for more than five centuries, from late 14th century to the 1932 completion. Well-known for its Gothic style, costantly evolved and interpreted until the actually Neo-Gothic ultimate addictions, it is surmounted by the golden copper "Madonnina", the symbol of Milan.
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Stop 2
The "Galleria", as Milanese citizens usually address this place, could be considered one of the very first malls in the world and an outstanding example of iron architecture of the late 19th century. It hosts historical boutiques and cafeterias and has always acted as a gathering place for artists and intellectuals.
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Stop 3
Considered as one of the most prestigious opera houses in the world, the Theatre was built between 1776 and 1778, under the government of Mary Therese of Austria. The great composer Giuseppe Verdi made his debut here in 1839 and after a few years, in 1842, performed for the first time his "Nabucco", which made the Teatro alla Scala one of the symbols of Italian Risorgimento.
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Stop 4
Centre of civil life during the Medieval age, this relatively small square is surrounded by outstanding buildings such as the Palazzo della Ragione, formerly Broletto Nuovo, seat of the city government between 1251 to 1786.
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Stop 5
Built in the 15th century by the Sforzas, dukes of Milan, is one of the symbols of the city. Artists like Leonardo da Vinci and Donato Bramante have given their contribution to the magnificent interiors. Nowadays, the Castle has been turned into a space for art exhibitions.
Meeting & End Point
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Meeting Point
At the entrance of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
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Good to Know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels