Milan

Bike Tours

Ride a stylish bike with a friendly guide to see many of the interesting sights in Milan. On this 3.5-hour guided tour you’ll be accompanied across Milan by a local guide and visit places you’d normally miss on typical city tours. You’ll begin by taking in the main attractions, and then ride away from the tourist area of the noisy and busy city center to an aristocratic residential area, where you’ll see the hidden treasures of Milan. When it’s time for a break you’ll stop at a typical Italian bar. If it’s early in the day you can enjoy a cup of Italian coffee or homemade ice cream. If your stop is later in the day, you might want to try a traditional Milanese cocktail.

Enjoy cycling around beautiful Milan, a city known as one of the world's premier fashion capitals, and see for yourself why it is more than just a city about fashion, on a 3.5-hour tour by bike. Follow your English-speaking guide for an introduction to the city and a peak beneath its surface with a unique and informative itinerary. You won't see just the famous sites, but you'll also be taken to places where the locals live, work, and play. Most of Milan’s beauty is not visible at a first glance, but cycling gives you the chance to take it all in, with time to soak up the atmosphere of this lively yet relaxed city.

Start your tour in the vibrant Navigli district, a popular aperitif area with beautiful canals. Then, head to the Milan Stock Exchange, the Duomo, the Sforzesco Castle, amongst others. Listen to your knowledgeable guide as they explain the city's history as well as interesting anecdotes about the present. Cycle through the luxuriant Sempione Park and the Vittorio Emanuele Gallery as you explore the city center. Discover the old town that shows both the glorious past of the city and its breathtaking modernity which characterizes the development of Milan during the 21st century.  Explore the new city districts including Gae Aulenti, marvel at the Vertical Wood building and cross the most elegant squares.

Meet up with your guide in the morning or afternoon and take off on a group cycling tour of the most evocative and interesting places of art and history in the center of Milan. Cycle to the outside of the Sforza Castle monument, visit its inner courtyards and get an explanation of its art and history. Afterwards, view the Peace Arch, Santa Maria delle Grazie, Darsena and the canals to take a few photos with your camera. Then, hop back on your bikes and head to San Lorenzo and the Roman columns, the Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio, the Roman ruins via Brisa, the Piazza Affari and the Maurizio Cattelan contemporary art installation L.O.V.E, where you'll have another short stop for photos. Then, head to Mercanti Square, La Scala Square, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele and finally, Duomo Square for another short photo session before heading back to the starting point of the tour.

Take a 3-hour bike tour of Milan and discover Renaissance monuments, Leonardo’s projects and ancient basilicas. The first stop is the colossal Castello Sforza, once home to Milan’s ruling families during the Renaissance. Head to ruins of the Roman era, when Milan was the capital of the Empire. Move on to the Duomo Cathedral, the symbol of Milan, and marvel at its 135 spires. Visit the Teatro alla Scala, one of the leading opera houses of the world. See other historic monuments and buildings, blending tradition with centuries of innovation. Experience a unique journey from the ancient to the contemporary, discovering the landmarks of the city as well as its hidden gems.

For this 3-hour bike tour you’ll be provided with a light and comfortable bicycle, equipped with a basket or a side pannier if required. As soon as the saddle of your bike has been adjusted for your comfort, you’ll be ready to start cycling through the park surrounding the Sforza Castle. When you reach the castle, your guide will provide an overview of the historic building. Continue from this medieval monument to Porta Nuova, the city’s newest district – an area that’s becoming increasingly popular with both locals and visitors. Next you’ll ride to the city center, discovering precious gems of architecture of past centuries. You’ll be riding mainly on bike lanes, but there are a few points and crossroads that will require your attention. The pace of the tour is slow and you can ask the guide to stop when you have question or would like to take photos.

For this 3-hour evening bike tour in Milan you’ll be provided with light and comfortable bike, equipped (on request) with a basket or a side pannier. As soon as the saddle of your bike has been adjusted for your comfort, you’ll be ready to start cycling through the park. Make a quick stop for the guide to give you a brief overview of the castle and its history. Enjoy the slow pace of the tour. You can ask the guide to stop when you have questions or would like to take photos. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the Navigli area from the rental shop. Navigli is a well-known entertainment district, where you’ll stop to enjoy a classic aperitivo along the banks of a canal. Relax as you sip a glass of wine or beer, accompanied by some snacks, and watch as a colorful and cheerful crowd gathers. The guide is a local expert so you’ll be able learn about the historical background of the canals.