Top Lombardy Historical Tours

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.

Get the whole Duomo experience with this Milan Super Saver, combining two amazing tours at a discounted price. Take advantage of the skip-the-line entry into one of the world's greatest Gothic cathedrals and then follow your knowledgeable local guide around the sacred structure, learning about its history. After the tour, take a lift up to the roof to get one of the best views of Milan among the arches and buttresses of the cathedral. Optional Hop on Hop off 2 days ticket to visit the city on panoramic buses.

See the most popular sights of Milan with a hop-on hop-off bus ticket good for 24 or 48 hours. Take in the views of this fashionable city from the top level of an open-air double-decker bus, from which you see the iconic Milan Duomo and the famous opera house La Scala. With three different bus routes to choose from, and opportunities to get on and off as much as you like, the city of Milan is yours to discover.

Swap the city sights of Milan for the lakeside allure of Lake Como with this day trip from Milan. Showcasing the highlights of the glamorous northern lake, the excursion packs in a walking tour of Como town and a visit to Villa Olmo with a boat cruise to Bellagio and free time in Varenna. You’ll travel with a guide to get the lowdown on all the sights, and you’ll be back in Milan in time for dinner.

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.

Explore Milan’s top attractions on a walking tour. Led by a guide, visit the Duomo di Milano, Italy’s largest church, and enjoy your choice between skip-the-line entry to ‘The Last Supper’ or a tour of Leonardo da Vinci's Vineyard. Discover the city’s famous plazas, stroll through the fashion district, and check out popular spots with the locals. Numbers are limited to keep the experience as intimate as possible.

See Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper and La Scala opera house with a local guide on this half-day tour in Milan, and learn the history behind each of the sights. With a pre-booked ticket, you'll avoid the main entrance lines to see the ‘The Last Supper’ — a painting that attracts scores of visitors. After spending time with the masterpiece, explore La Scala and the glamorous shopping arcade of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Marvel at the scale and beauty of Milan Cathedral and learn of its long history.

Explore Milan’s historic 3 main attractions for a Full and Exclusive tour. Duomo di Milano, the white center of the city, La Scala theatre, where the Opera was born, Sforza Castle a wonderful park with a medieval fortification. This tour also includes the unique opportunity to see the inside of La Scala Theater directly from one of the boxes. Live a memorable experience walking inside the DUOMO CATHEDRAL, one of the largest churches in the world and the true symbol of the city of Milan! Visit Sforza Castle inner courtyards as well as the direct surroundings of the fortress, and get to know the Dukes of Milan and their famous guests, among which, Leonardo Da Vinci lived there for 17 years.

See the best of Switzerland and Italy on a day trip to Lugano and Lake Como from Milan. Led by a local guide, cruise Lake Como on a sightseeing boat while you keep your eyes peeled for celebrity villas. Then, make a stop in Bellagio, known as the 'pearl of Lake Como.' Continue into Switzerland, where you enjoy some free time to soak up the sights in Lugano. Check out the lakeside views or shop for Swiss chocolate before heading back to Milan.

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.

See Milan's main sights and landmarks and take advantage of your skip-the-line admission to Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Last Supper' by booking this action-packed, small-group tour. Follow your knowledgeable guide through the streets of Milan, stopping at spots like La Scala opera house, the magnificent gothic Duomo and Sforza Castle. And then stroll right past the line to see the Da Vinci masterpiece depicting Jesus and his disciples eating their last supper.

Book 24h in advance to See a masterpiece painting and a stunning Dominican church on a small-group guided tour of Leonardo’s ‘The Last Supper’ in Milan’s Santa Maria delle Grazie convent and church. Learn the history of the celebrated, 15th-century mural, and about the groundbreaking technique that Leonardo used when creating it. Visit the UNESCO-listed church with your guide before finishing your tour in the Piazza Santa Maria delle Grazie.

Get a taste of Venice with this guided full-day trip from Milan. See the main sights in Venice, including St. Mark's Square, the Basilica of St. Mark's, the Grand Canal. Il Fenice opera house, the Rialto Bridge and the Doge's Palace. Learn about the history of each place you visit. Sit in on a fun glass-making workshop by local glassmakers. And then enjoy a 30-minute gondola ride at your own expense, cruising through the narrow canals of this splendid city, before heading back to Milan.

Whether you love opera or you hardly know it, this tour of legendary La Scala Theater and adjoining museum is a unique and fun way to get an inside look at one of the most famous opera houses in the world. With an expert guide by your side, tour La Scala Museum to see intricate outfits, musical instruments and various stage props. Then stroll through the foyer of the theater, taking in the beautifully designed 18th-century auditorium.

The Duomo in Milan is undoubtedly the crown jewel of the city, with its intricate Gothic facade and impressive interiors. Jump ahead of the long lines with this skip-the-line admission ticket and tour the ancient structure that took over 600 years to complete. After your small-group guided tour, climb up the steps to the rooftop and enjoy stunning panoramic views of Milan’s skyline as you walk between the spires.

Discover highlights of northern Italy’s cultural and financial capital on a walking tour of Milan. Experience the city’s must-see attractions, including the Sforza Castle, the La Scala opera house, Milan’s majestic cathedral—one of the largest in the world. Enjoy skip-the-line entry into the UNESCO-listed Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, home to Leonardo da Vinci’s famous ‘The Last Supper’ painting.

If you're visiting Milan, the Last Supper (L'Ultima Cena) by Leonardo da Vinci is a must-see. The sublime work of the Italian genius, is now preserved in the monumental Unesco heritage complex at Basilica Santa Maria delle Grazie. It is one of the most studied and imitated masterpieces in the world, but it is also one of the most mysterious and discussed paintings from the Italian Renaissance. Join us on this guided tour to discover history and secrets that lie behind the Last Supper painting and the beautiful Basilica of Santa Maria delle Grazie. You'll have the opportunity to catch all the Da Vinci "souls' motions" hidden in his canvas, from his brushstrokes to the represented characters. A perfect painting,  a strong emotional storytelling... 

Experience the best of Milan on a half-day walking tour that includes skip-the-line access to see the Last Supper, Leonardo Da Vinci’s masterpiece. You’ll also have the special access ticket for the Milan Duomo. Your guide provides commentary throughout, and stops outside Teatro Alla Scala so that you can view it up close.

Unveil Navigli area during 1-hour walking experience. Don’t miss the chance to discover the picturesque area of Navigli, the most famous rivers in Milan. End this guided experiences admiring the beauty of Navigli district. Do you know that a legend says Leonardo Da Vinci invented a system of dams and you can still admire it in Navigli area? During this 1-hour walking tour you will take a stroll until Darsena and Navigli district. Your monolingual speaking guide will show and explain you the history behind the strategic system of canals that connected Milan to the surrounding area including Lake Como and Lake Maggiore and Europe. Last but not least, a stop to discover the extraordinary corner, where washerwomen used to wash clothes in the past and the typical milanese houses. Prepare yourself to an exciting journey through one the most characteristics districts of Milan!

Traverse the metropolis of Milan and uncover hidden gems with this private walking tour. Learn the history of this important city and see a few famous landmarks from the outside such as the Duomo, Sforza Castle, and La Scala Theater as well as a few lesser-known spots. View works of art around the city and learn about Milan’s influence in the fashion industry from your private guide.

Discover the best of the Italian Alps on this full-day Dolomites tour from Lake Garda. Hop into your air-conditioned coach from a range of different pickup points around Lake Garda, then spin into the pretty Dolomites with a guide. Visit traditional mountain towns like Moena or Cavalese, and take the Pordoi pass for fine views over peaks such as Catinaccio, Marmolada, and Sella. During your 11-hour tour, enjoy free time in the Alpine town of Ortisei and soak up the atmosphere among the peaks and valleys.

Right in the center of Milan lies the Sforza Castle, built in the 15th century. Take a tour of the Medieval structure with a guide and learn about its rich history. The castle is now a museum and houses several masterpieces including Michelangelo’s Pieta Rondanini sculpture. See this and other great pieces as you stroll through the castle's interior and courtyard.

Discover the best of Milan on a comprehensive small-group tour of the city. Visit important sites including the Sforza Castle, the Vittorio Emanuele Gallery, and enjoy skip-the-line admission tickets to the Duomo Cathedral. Listen to engaging commentary from your guide about the history of Milan as well as famous residents and landmarks. This tour is great for first-time visitors who want a quick introduction to the city.

See the best of Lake Como in a single day with this small group tour. Set off via hydrofoil boat from Como to Bellagio for a guided walking tour of the old town, including stops at the Basilica of San Giacomo and Punta Spartivento. Then hop over to Varenna by boat to stroll the picturesque lanes before catching the ferry to take in the top villas along the lakeshore from the water.