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Milan: Historical Walking Tour and The Last Supper Ticket

1. Milan: Historical Walking Tour and The Last Supper Ticket

Discover the highlights of Milan on a historical walking tour that includes a skip-the-line ticket to see Da Vinci’s masterpiece "The Last Supper." Meet your English-speaking guide by the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie to enjoy fast-track entry to the world’s most famous Renaissance mural. Viewings are strictly limited and allow up to 15 minutes to study Da Vinci’s details. Then, stroll to the Sforza Castle and its surrounding park. Built in the 14th-century by the most important families of Milan, the fortress is now home to many important exhibitions and museums. Walk along Via Dante to Piazza dei Mercanti, site of the city’s medieval market. Continue to the opulent La Scala Theater, built in 1776 in Piazza della Scala. Enter the glass-roofed Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II to see a miracle of 19th-century engineering. End outside the Duomo, and marvel at the façade of Milan’s most symbolic building.

Milan: 24, 48, or 72-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket

2. Milan: 24, 48, or 72-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket

Take advantage of this pass for Milan’s open-top hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus and enjoy panoramic views of the city. This ticket gives you access to 4 separate but connecting bus loops and allows you to jump off at the attractions you want to explore further. Choose from commentary available in 10 languages via audio guide and hear facts about notable buildings like the Opera House and the Castello Sforzesco. You'll also learn about local food, including the recipe for Cotoletta alla Milanese and the history of the panettone. Line A:  Stop 1 - Castello Stop 2 - Cadorna Stop 3 - Cenacolo Stop 4 - Corso Magenta Stop 5 - Duomo Stop 6 - Manzoni - Scala Stop 7 - Manin Stop 8 - Moscova Line B: Stop 1 - Duomo Stop 2 – La Scala Stop 3 - Manin Stop 4 - Repubblica Stop 5 - Palazzo Lombardia Stop 6 - Stazione Centrale Stop 7 - Buenos Aires Stop 8 - Porta Venezia Stop 9 - San Babila Line C: Stop 1 - Castello Stop 2 - Triennale Stop 3 - Arco della Pace Stop 4 - City Life Stop 5 - Casa Milan Stop 6 - Mico - Congress Centre Stop 7 - Lotto -Montebianco Stop 8 - Lido Stop 9 - Ippodromo Stop 10 - Stadio San Siro Stop 11 - Lotto - Monterosa Stop 12 - Buonarroti Stop 13 - Pagano Stop 14 - Conciliazione Stop 15 - Parco Sempione Line D : Stop 1 - Castello Stop 2 - Cadorna Stop 3 – Cenacolo Stop 4 - Navigli Stop 5 – Via Olona Stop 6 – Corso Magenta Stop 7 – Duomo Stop 8 – La Scala Stop 9 - Brera

Milan: 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket

3. Milan: 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket

Discover the most iconic and fascinating places in Milan, the city that will host the village of the next winter Olympic games in 2026, with the tours on our double-decker buses. Be enchanted by the modernity and the efficiency of the city, comfortably seated on our panoramic buses, listening to the stories and anecdotes of our audio guides. Start the tour from all our bus stops and don’t forget that you can get on and off whenever you want. Get off and take your time to visit Cenacolo, Basilica of Sant’Ambrogio, Science and Technology Museum, Navigli, and more. Then get on the bus again whenever you want. Your bus ticket includes a free app for a walking tour of Milan. Once you have purchased your ticket, you can download the app for free, which will allow you to enjoy and admire many other experiences and attractions of the city The stops of the tour are: 1. Duomo, 2. Scala, 3. Palazzo Dugnani, 4. Repubblica, 5. Stazione Centrale, 6. Palazzo Regione Lombardia, 7. Gae Aulenti/Stazione Garibaldi, 8. Cimitero Monumentale, 9. Lega Lombarda, Acquario/Parco Sempione, 10. Castello, 11. Cairoli, 12. Cadorna, 13. Cenacolo, 14. Paleocapa, 15. Triennale, 16. Arco della Pace, 17. City Life, 18. Buonarroti, 19. Pagano, 20. Conciliazione, 21. Sant'Ambrogio, 22. Museo Scienza e Tecnica, 23. Navigli, 24. Parco Basiliche, 25. Università Studi, 26. San Babila. Your bus ticket includes a free app for a walking tour of Milan. Once you have purchased your ticket, you can download the app for free, which will allow you to enjoy and admire many other experiences and attractions of the city

Milan: La Scala Museum and Theater Tour

4. Milan: La Scala Museum and Theater Tour

Discover Milan's rich musical history on a guided tour through one of the world's leading opera theaters. La Scala also houses its own museum, which hosts a vast collection of costumes, instruments, and other musical curios, as well as a gallery of busts and paintings portraying some of classical music's greatest artists, including Giussepe Verdi and Arturo Toscanini. Explore the museum and hear fascinating tales and anecdotes about some of the marvelous musicians who have performed on La Scala's famous stage. You'll be immersed in the magic of the theater itself, with views from the boxes of the neoclassical interior and its monumental crystal chandelier. With good timing and a little bit of luck, you may even witness the artists rehearsing.

Milan: La Scala Theatre and Museum Guided Tour

5. Milan: La Scala Theatre and Museum Guided Tour

Explore the La Scala Theater in the heart of Milan on a guided tour and learn about its long history and the famous musicians and opera singers who have graced its stage. Visit the La Scala Museum and discover a collection of costumes, set designs, and musical instruments from notable performances. Make your way to the La Scala Theatre located right in the heart of the city, only a few steps from the Cathedral and Vittorio Emanuele Gallery. Meet your guide who will escort you on your journey through music and theatrical history at one of Italy's most culturally significant venues. Admire the stunning interiors of this elegant opera house which has stood for generations. Learn about the musical legends that have performed on its historic stage including Giuseppe Verdi, Gioachino Rossini, Luciano Pavarotti, and Maria Callas. Then, visit the La Scala Theatre Museum and discover set designs, musical instruments, and costumes used in the theater's greatest performances. See a collection of private artifacts which attest to the rich history and cultural impact of the theatre.

Milan: La Scala Theater and Museum Tour with Entry Tickets

6. Milan: La Scala Theater and Museum Tour with Entry Tickets

If you can’t wait to visit the Milanese temple of music, look no further: this guided tour is for you! It will lead you through the 240-years-old history of Teatro alla Scala. The tour is entirely dedicated to the visit of the world-renowned Teatro alla Scala. Our guide will lead you through its museum galleries and will tell you secrets and details about its most distinguished performances and extravagant protagonists. The museum displays a rich collection of costumes and musical instruments, as well as a gallery of portraits and busts representing the great musicians of history. The guide will also tell you curiosities about the life of the artists who have performed on this important stage, such as Verdi, Toscanini, Maria Callas, Luciano Pavarotti or Carla Fracci. Finally, you’ll also be able to have a sneak peak inside the theater! As you tour the theater and museum, you'll discover behind-the-scenes insights into opera productions that, for over 200 years, have featured some of the best singers in the world.

Milan: La Scala Museum and Theatre Experience

7. Milan: La Scala Museum and Theatre Experience

Step into La Scala and enter a place where opera really thrived and became one of the most popular form of entertainment. Discover composers such as Bellini, Rossini and Verdi, and where they created some of their most important works. Explore La Scala museum, the perfect place for your tour guide to delight you with interesting anecdotes and take you through a vast collection of objects, instruments, and other musical curiosities. See a gallery of busts and paintings portraying the most important Opera composers and singers, including Giuseppe Verdi and Arturo Toscanini.  This tour also includes the unique opportunity to see the inside of the theatre from one of the boxes (unless exceptionally closed by the venue on special occasions).

Milan: The Last Supper and City Walking Tour

8. Milan: The Last Supper and City Walking Tour

A tour in Milan to discover its most important monuments. Starting from the Leonardo’s masterpiece, the Last Supper, at Santa Maria delle Grazie’s convent your guide will stroll you along the ancient streets of Milan showing you the beauty of the Castello Sforzesco and its courtyards, the grandeur of the Duomo, the third largest Catholic church in the world, the elegance of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Piazza della Scala, which houses the famous Teatro Alla Scala, the most famous Opera House in the world.

Milan: Skip-the-Line Guided Walk and "The Last Supper"

9. Milan: Skip-the-Line Guided Walk and "The Last Supper"

Join your guide for a walking tour of Milan’s historic city center and get exterior views of the monuments of Piazza del Duomo, where the Duomo di Milano (Milan Cathedral) took nearly 6 centuries to build. Enter one of the world’s oldest shopping arcades at the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Follow in the footsteps of famous opera stars at the La Scala theater. Discover streets, such as Via Dante, that give Milan its reputation as the fashion capital of the world. Learn Milan’s rich history and hear interesting anecdotes along the way. Then, skip the long lines to admire Da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” inside the refectory of the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie. Benefit from priority admission, and learn the history and execution of Leonardo's fascinating fresco from your guide.

Milan: Guided Duomo, Last Supper and City Centre Tour

10. Milan: Guided Duomo, Last Supper and City Centre Tour

Soak up the charisma of Milan as you embark on a half-day walking tour. With the expertise of a local guide, let yourself be swept away by the history, drama, and opulence that makes Milan magical. Enjoy skip-the-line access and stunning views of iconic sights like the Duomo and the Last Supper. Meet your local guide and fellow travelers to get oriented with the day's itinerary. Depending on ticket availability, you'll head to the Last Supper or the Duomo first. If the Last Supper is first on the agenda, hear stories of the tragic history and restoration of da Vinci's mural on the way. Enter the small, humble church of Santa Maria delle Grazie — a sacred and private space for a sacred painting. Only a small number of people are able to visit the masterpiece each day, which helps to preserve this fragile art. Stand in awe before the impressive, 24-foot by 30-foot mural. While you gaze at da Vinci's depiction of one of the most well-known nights in Jesus' life, benefit from the input from your guide, who can verify or refute folklore, myths, secrets, and facts about the Last Supper. Once you've admired every detail of this masterpiece, make your way back outside. Upon leaving the church you'll, head to the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, one of the world's most historic malls. In a building that looks more like a baroque palace, admire the famous shops of Gucci, Versace, and Prada. Revel in the mall’s sheer opulence. Continue onwards to the Brera District, a historic area that is home to Milan's most famous residents. On your way, pass by the medieval Sforza Castle and La Scala opera house. As your guide regales you with tales of the area, feel the city come to life before visiting another one of Milan's main attractions. Lastly, head to one of the largest cathedrals in the world: the magnificent Duomo of Milan. Even larger than St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City and St. Mark's in Venice, admire its scale as you enter. Dive into the Duomo’s 600-year history and discover what made this magnificent Duomo one of Milan's main tourist attractions .

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Citysightseeing provides a pretty straightforward experience - you get on the bus with the audioguide for the major landmarks and districts you'll see. It saves you so much time from having to walk from place to place. While you won't get the intimate experience of every place, it does allow you as a traveler to gloss through each part of town. In my case, Milan has 4 bus lines reaching out to all parts of the city. I know for sure when I travel abroad again I'll be using Citysightseeing's services. The 24, 48 and 72 hour passes provide flexibility.

The tour guide was friendly and extremely well-informed. I have never done this kind of thing before but it was totally worth the money. Thank you for a great experience!

The tour guide is very knowledgeable. Her tour was well prepared and interesting. I left the Scala incredibly inspired. Highly recommend!

massimo was a great tour guide! thoroughly enjoyed his comments and history and made us appreciate and enjoy the great city of milan!

Great tour of important areas of Milan. Comfortable ride.