Trip info
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On foot, by public transport
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2-8 hours
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English, Italian, Chinese -
Easy
Overview
Your expert local city guide will show you the city’s best parts, including many hidden secrets you can’t find easily on your own. On this walking tour will be able to see a lot of sightseeing points within a short timeframe. Apart from explaining the sightseeing points your guide can provide insight into the history and culture of the city and the country in general. Your guide also has good knowledge of shopping for fashion and will help you to upgrade your wardrobe. If you like buying the latest trends or luxury fashion at affordable prices, this tour is for you. Your guide knows the secret places where you can get the best deals on fashion. Your guide also has an excellent knowledge of food and can take you to try local delicacies.
The focus of this tour is to see the city like a local. However, this private tour can be customized according to your wishes. Sightseeing points to visit can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up.
Highlights
- Explore plenty of hidden secrets and feel like a local
- See the main sightseeing places such as Milan Cathedral and Navigli district
- Explore hidden secrets such as many creative art and exhibition spaces
- Visit the best boutiques and fashion outlets with your personal shopper
Itinerary
This magnificent Gothic cathedral is the most famous landmark building in Milan, renowned for its intricate facade, numerous spires, and stunning stained-glass windows. Visitors can explore its vast interior and ascend to the rooftop for breathtaking panoramic views of the city.
Time to visit: 1.5-2 hours (including interior and rooftop access)
Admission: Ticket required for interior, rooftop, and museum
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is Italy’s oldest active shopping gallery, a stunning architectural masterpiece. This elegant glass-vaulted arcade is home to luxury boutiques, famous restaurants, and charming cafes, making it a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll and admiring its grandeur.
Time to visit: 30 minutes – 1 hour (for strolling and admiring architecture)
Admission: N/A (Shopping gallery, free entry; purchases are additional)
Montenapoleone District is Milan’s most sought-after fashion district, forming the heart of the “Fashion Quadrilateral.” It is lined with the flagship stores of the world’s most prestigious luxury brands, offering an unparalleled shopping experience and a glimpse into high fashion.
Admission: N/A (Shopping district, free entry; purchases are additional)
Sforzesco Castle is a grand medieval fortification built in the 15th century by Francesco Sforza, Duke of Milan. Once a powerful fortress, it now houses several of the city’s museums and art collections, including works by Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. Its courtyards are open to the public.
Time to visit: 1.5-3 hours (depending on museum visits)
Admission: N/A (Courtyards are free; museums inside have fees)
Sempione Park is a large city park established in 1888, situated in the historic center of Milan, directly behind Sforzesco Castle. It offers lush green spaces, shaded walkways, and a tranquil escape from the urban hustle. The park also features the Arch of Peace and Triennale Milano.
Admission: Free
The Brera Picture Gallery is the main public gallery for paintings in Milan, housed within the Palazzo di Brera. It boasts an impressive collection of Italian Renaissance masterpieces, including works by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Andrea Mantegna, making it a must-visit for art lovers.
Admission: Ticket required
The Basilica of Sant’Ambrogio is one of the most ancient churches in Milan, consecrated in 379 AD. It is a prime example of Romanesque architecture and holds immense historical and religious significance, housing the remains of St. Ambrose, the patron saint of Milan.
Admission: N/A (Generally free entry; specific areas may have a small fee)
Triennale Milano is a prominent museum of art and design located within Sempione Park. It is dedicated to showcasing contemporary Italian and international design, architecture, and visual arts through temporary exhibitions, cultural events, and a permanent collection.
Admission: Ticket required for exhibitions
The Navigli District is the trendiest area in Milan, known for its picturesque canals (Navigli), historical charm, and vibrant nightlife. It’s perfect for a romantic evening stroll, offering a huge selection of lively restaurants and bars where you can enjoy “aperitivo” (a typical Milan-style happy hour with a food buffet).
Admission: N/A (Public district, free entry; food/drinks are additional)
Pinacoteca Ambrosiana is a stunning art gallery founded in 1618, which also houses the Ambrosian Library. It is home to an extraordinary collection of masterpieces, including works by Leonardo da Vinci (such as the Codex Atlanticus), Raphael, and Caravaggio. Visitors can marvel at antique books and rare manuscripts.
Admission: Ticket required
Villa Necchi Campiglio is a sumptuous historical villa located in the city center, offering a fascinating glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of Milanese high society in the 1930s. This elegant mansion, complete with its original furnishings, art collection, and a swimming pool, is a beautiful example of Rationalist architecture.
Time to visit: 1-2 hours (for exploring; longer for nightlife)
Admission: N/A (Public district, free entry; specific venues/food are additional)
Villa Necchi Campiglio is a sumptuous historical villa located in the city center, offering a fascinating glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of Milanese high society in the 1930s. This elegant mansion, complete with its original furnishings, art collection, and a swimming pool, is a beautiful example of Rationalist architecture.
Admission: Ticket required
Pirelli HangarBicocca is a unique site dedicated to contemporary art exhibitions, housed in a repurposed industrial building that used to be a Pirelli factory. It’s known for its vast spaces, which allow for large-scale installations and ambitious contemporary art projects, including Anselm Kiefer’s permanent work “The Seven Heavenly Palaces.”
Admission: N/A (Generally free entry, some special exhibitions may have fees)
Fondazione Prada is a dynamic institution dedicated to contemporary art and culture, offering a diverse program of temporary exhibitions, performance arts, and cinematographic shows. The architectural complex, designed by Rem Koolhaas, blends renovated industrial buildings with new structures, including a distinctive “Haunted House” and a bar designed by Wes Anderson.
Admission: Ticket required for exhibitions
Armani Silos is Giorgio Armani’s museum, housed in a former granary that has been transformed into a sleek exhibition space. It is the perfect addition to a fashion-obsessed city, showcasing around 600 of his iconic fashion designs from over the last 40 years, providing insight into his timeless aesthetic and creative vision.
Admission: Ticket required
Cost
Inclusions
- Local tour guide (Italian or expat)
- Personal shopper (can help you buying luxury fashion at affordable prices)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Walking tour
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Tickets for public transport or taxi (not necessary as it is a walking tour)
- Tickets for attractions with entry fee such as museums
- Tips
Important information
- Please note that this is a tour with a local person or expat, not with a tour guide that has detailed historical knowledge.
- Please let us know before the tour if you plan to do shopping so we can send you a guide that has knowledge about shopping.
- This tour will take place rain or shine.
- This tour is a walking tour and public transport or taxis are not included. However, in most cases, it will be best to use public transport to move between sightseeing places as this will save time. If you agree to take public transport you are kindly requested to pay for the tickets of your tour guide as well.
- Please note that for very late bookings (1 day before the tour) we can’t always guarantee a tour guide that speaks your chosen language. If a guide in your language is not available we will give you an English-speaking guide instead. If you can’t accept an English speaking guide, please ask us first if a guide that speaks your language is available before you make the payment.
FAQs
Your guide can meet you wherever you need to be picked up. You can request a pickup point during the booking process. We may not be able to meet you at some locations which are far from the sightseeing points. In such a case, we will suggest you a more suitable meeting point.
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