Top Milan 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.

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.

The magnificent Duomo is one of Milan’s most visited attractions, but most tours only include a brief visit. This great-value Milan Super Saver explores the iconic cathedral from all angles, with skip-the-line entrance, a 1.5-hour tour of the interiors and a 1-hour rooftop tour with spectacular views over the city.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 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.

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.

On this tour, you’ll have the rare opportunity to get up close and personal with Leonardo Da Vinci’s Last Supper—one of the world’s most celebrated artworks. Meet your guide, a trained art historian, outside of the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Following their in-depth introduction, you’ll skip the lines and head straight inside to discover the painting for yourself.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Milan’s Duomo Cathedral is an ornate building that took almost 600 years to complete. Learn about the building's history on a guided tour of the cathedral, rooftops, and baptistry. Discover the mosaics, stained glass windows, statues, and works of art that adorn the church and, at the end of the tour, enjoy unparalleled views of Milan from the rooftop.

See Milan in true Italian style — from the seat of a restored vintage Fiat 500! Let an expert chauffeur zip through the city streets while you relax and take in the sights like the Sforza Castle, Royal Villa, La Scala opera house and the majestic Duomo. Choose from several different tour lengths and itineraries, including a night tour for a romantic urban experience.

Explore Milan on a half-day sightseeing tour that’s designed to showcase the city’s landmarks and history. By foot, you’ll visit the main downtown areas, going inside Milan Duomo and the prestigious La Scala opera house where the likes of Giuseppe Verdi and Pavarotti have performed. Entry tickets to both sites are included, along with stories to pique your interest into their history.

Enjoy skip-the-line access to the top of the Milan Duomo on this guided evening tour. Ride an elevator most of the way to the rooftop of the cathedral, and then there are only 50 steps to climb to arrive at the very top. Learn about the Duomo’s history and architecture as you take in views across Milan and, on a clear day, well beyond the city. Optional Hop on Hop off 2 days ticket to visit the city on panoramic buses.

Book 48h in advance to Take an unforgettable rail tour through the majestic Swiss Alps on this day trip from Milan. Ride the rails along the spectacular Bernina Pass to the famous resort town of St Moritz. Admire the UNESCO-listed scenery along the railway route. Explore the picturesque town on your own before the return trip to Milan.

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.