Things to do in Milan, Lombardy: The Best Private Tours

October 22, 2021 Jeremy Dunfee

One of the world’s fashion capitals, Milan offers endless opportunities for chic shopping. Hit the artsy neighborhood of Brera for leather goods and Via Monte Napoleone for exclusive, expensive boutiques. The enchanting mosaics and glass vaults of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II make shoppers feel like they’re wandering inside a painting. Take break from your spree to gape at the iconic Duomo, then grab tickets to a performance at La Scala. Post-opera, the Navigli district pulses with late-night activity.
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1. Private 4-Hour Walking Tour of Milan with private official tour guide

Tour Travel & More Italy
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Milan is the second biggest city in Italy, and it is known as the financial center of Italy. The city is very well known for it’s cosmopolitan style. The tour will include Milan’s most important and emblematic sights, which you will discover next to your private official tour guide. In this private walking tour you will get to know some of the most representative places of Milan. Amongst other monuments and sights you can get to know: • Milan’s Cathedral - entrance included • Castle of Sforzesco • Brera • Gallery of Victor Manuel II • Pinacoteca of Brera • Santa Maria delle Grazie (with stunning frescoes) • Basilique of San Ambrosio • Piazza del Duomo • Parque Sempione • Much more! Your private official tour guide will be at your disposition during the whole tour to enjoy Milan to the fullest and to get to know the most out of your experience. - SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance

Inclusions: Private official tour guide for 4 hours, Hotel/apartment pickup and drop-off (if centrally located), Private tour, Local taxes, General entrance ticket to Milan's Cathedral (Duomo), SAVE COVID-19 SAFE

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Other entrance fees

Reviewed By Fady1958

This time we have chosen to discover Palermo in a walking tour. That was our first time in Palermo and our guide, knowing this detail, made a point in explaining and making us discover the main landmarks of this beautiful Sicilian city. After that he suggested a wonderful local restaurant where we had lunch and it was indeed very good food reasonably priced and the restaurant was full of local people, which is, when you don't know a city, the best token for good quality. After lunch our guide walked us back to our cruise. Thank you very much Tour Travel for this great experience

2. Rooftop Terraces of Milan Duomo - Private Fast-Track Guided Tour

P.za del Duomo, 14, 20122 Milano MI, Italy Duomo di Milano
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See up close the characteristic structures of Gothic architecture and stroll along the lateral walkways and the central Rooftop to understand the complex articulations of the Cathedral. An opportunity to change one’s vantage point and to get to know the Duomo and the city in a unique way, surrounded by the majestic spires reaching up into the sky.

Inclusions: Private guided tour with an official guide from the Duomo of Milan , Skip-the-line at the Ticket Office, Fast-track entrance to the Rooftop Terraces, Duomo Pass ticket: Cathedral, Archaeological Area, Rooftops, Museum., Microphone system

Exclusions: Food and Drink

Reviewed By b123456789w

Booked this for me and my partner then two days before our booking was cancelled with no explanation and no number to contact anyone working at tripadvisor. Absolutely shambolic.

3. Milan Duomo, Archaeological Area & Rooftops Private Fast-Track Guided Tour

P.za del Duomo, 14, 20122 Milano MI, Italy Duomo di Milano
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Enjoy a special private guided tour with an official guide from the Duomo of Milan. Jump the line with the one and only fast-track tour and get yourself inside the awe-inspiring Milanese Cathedral in no time at all. Head down to the Archaeological Area where you will find out about the site during the Roman and palaeo-Christian period, long before the Duomo was built and where two of the most important figures from fourth-century Christianity met and history was made. Finish your tour on the roof of the city, the home of the golden Madonnina, and admire the stunning views across the whole of Milan from the Rooftop Terraces. The view extends as far as the eye can see and is definitely not to be missed.

Inclusions: Private guided tour with an official guide from the Duomo of Milan , Skip-the-line at the Ticket Office, Fast-track entrance to the Rooftop Terraces, Duomo Pass ticket: Cathedral, Archaeological Area, Rooftops, Museum and San Gottardo Church, Microphone system

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Reviewed By b123456789w

Booked this for me and my partner then two days before our booking was cancelled with no explanation and no number to contact anyone working at tripadvisor. Absolutely shambolic.

4. Milan - Last Supper, the Duomo & Sforzesco Castle private tour

Piazza del Duomo, 20121 Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy Violetta Geiger
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Visit the Last Supper, Castel Sforzesco, Duomo's Terraces with a specialized licensed guide and get to know all the facts about Milan's most important and requested monuments. All about this experience: - there is no starting time for this tour and it will be communicated to you after I confirm the booking (due to the Last Supper reservation, they can let us visit the room between 9 am and 6 pm, it is the most requested museum in the city, so prepare for a flexible schedule, I recommend to book this before other activities). - If the Last Supper reservation will be in the morning we will start from there and proceed with the Sforzesco Castle and the Duomo. If it is in the afternoon we will start with the Duomo. - flexible duration from 4 to 5 hours - this tour can be offered in English, French, German, Russian or Italian. - All the tickets are included. - No refund in any case. - For any questions feel free to ask! Best regards.

Inclusions: Entrance ticket to Last Supper, Ticket to Duomo's Terraces, Castel Sforzesco ticket, Private tour guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By saraoJ1108NE

The time I spent in Lugano was short but thanks to the incredible tour guide Violetta I had the opportunity to discover the city in all its facets. ​She is a very prepared and full of knowledge guide who answered to all my questions and doubts concerning the city and its history. During the tour, we also had time to enjoy together a coffee with a breathtaking lake view (of course, keeping the safety distance - Violetta was very careful in following all the hygiene measures)! In conclusion, I definitely recommend this tour to all the people who want to have fun while learning (and of course, walking)! What are you waiting for? Wear your best shoes and get ready to discover the hidden sides of Lugano!

5. Milan e-bike tour: Wonderful Navigli WEST

Alzaia Naviglio Pavese, 44, 20143 Milano MI, Italy Bike Tour Milano
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Very special tour all on the cycle path, skirting the cool waters of the canal. Itinerary in the countryside, albeit so close to the city center, arriving in a real Abbey where the monks still work the land today ... A truly amazing tour! We will start from the Darsena, the old river port of Milan, along the Naviglio Grande with the Vicolo Lavandai, the Sforzesca Church of San Cristoforo, the famous Canottieri, Corsico and Gaggiano schools with some delightful villas, arriving at Abbiategrasso where we turn left towards ancient Abbey of Morimondo, built in terracotta in 1134.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Homologated helmets

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6. Alfa Romeo museum Milan private guided tour

Piazza della Repubblica, Milano MI, Italy Gio & co
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Starting from the city center of Milan, you will see the Alfa Romeo car museum for a three hours full immersion you will figure out the legendary most famous Alfa Romeo vintage car models developed during the years. You will be accompanied by a keen on cars professional tour guide speaking your language. Inside the cinema of the museum you will see a short 5 D funny movie about some Alfa Romeo cars. If you like you can also have a coffee break and visit the stand of the latest new Alfa Romeo cars on sale on the Italian market. This is a private guided tour for your group only, or only for you if you are a single tourist. Please note that the ticket price of 12 eur per each person to enter the Alfa Romeo Museum is NOT INCLUDED in the tour price and must be paid at the museum cash desk: the guide does not sell any ticket and does not have any connection with the Alfa Romeo brand.

Inclusions: Private guided tour inside museum Alfa Romeo and transfer to reach the museum , private guided tour in your language with professional tour guide

Exclusions: MUSEUMS TICKETS are NOT INCLUDED and must be paid at the cash desk

Reviewed By ouimonsieuroui

Giorgio is a very good and friendly guide. We had a great time to discover Lugano and Morcote with him. We really apreciate his large culture about all the monuments and places we visited. We highly recommand Giorgio. Sebastiano

7. Delicious! Milan's Favorite Food tour

Via Rivoli, 20121 Milano MI, Italy Armando Arena
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I combined a mix of sweet treats and savory snacks (5 or 6 in total) to offer you a private and local tasting tour that will boost your Milanese experience. We will start your food journey in the Brera neighborhood, one of Milan’s hippest area. We will stroll the intimate streets of this area and get ready to sample local delicacies such as a gelato made from organic and natural products, a local sandwich called tramezzino and a typical salumi sandwich. As you wander around the atmospheric streets of Milan, you can hear about the city’s history and traditions from a local’s perspective. Continue with a stop at a small artisan chocolate shop and enjoy a sample of delicious chocolate. We will move on to another cool new area. and enjoy a delicious pizza at a chic bakery. Along with all local delicacies, you’ll also have the chance to enjoy a glass of locally-sourced wine at a popular bar. We will end the tour in Sicily enjoying our delicious cannolo.

Inclusions: 5/6 typical italian appetizers (sweet and salty) included in the tour, Lunch, Bottled water, Italian Wine

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Reviewed By Haifa_Shah

Beginner or advanced this course is for you. I had never made a pizza from scratch. Armando, the host was encouraging and passionate about sharing the methods to make the best pizza and become immersed in the wonderful culture through music and history. My pizza turned out delicious! I will definitely be making it again for my family. Thank you for a one of a kind experience Armando.

8. Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Milan Private Tour

Mondadori Megastore, P.za del Duomo, 1, 20121 Milano MI, Italy Withlocals
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This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Milan from a unique perspective! Get to know Milan on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Milan at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Sforza Castle, Duomo, Piazza della Scala, and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included. Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Inclusions: Private tour, Small-group tour option available, Local Guide, 1 local drink/tasting

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By Kritikerin1

We had a very nice and intresting walking tour with Serena. She explained us a lot about the history of Milan an we had a great time together. The Aperitivo was delicious. We highly recommend this tour.

9. The 10 Tastings of Milan With Locals: Private Food Tour

Piccolo Teatro Strehler, Largo Greppi, 1, 20121 Milano MI, Italy Withlocals
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Eat your way through Milan's culinary scene on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every foodie satisfied! Enjoy tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food like a slice of pizza & focaccia wine + prosciutto with ham, cheese, and crostini. But that's not it! This tour is more than just food; it's a cultural experience! In between food stops, you'll also find city highlights making this experience a well-rounded tour that will satisfy every foodie. Withlocals The 10 Tastings Private Food Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard

Inclusions: Private Tour, Small group tour option available, Local Guide, 10 Food & Drinks Tastings

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drink not mentioned as inclusion

Reviewed By ramkikrishnan

Francesca was a great guide for our recent Milan trip. She was very knowledgeable about all things Milan--history, botany, architecture, you name it. Our trip was well-paced and we took time out for sampling the great coffee and treats Milan excels in. Highly recommend her to anyone who needs an English-speaking guide who's personable and helpful.

10. Semi-Private Milan Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry to 'The Last Supper'

Camparino in Galleria, P.za del Duomo, 21, 20121 Milano MI, Italy Raphael Tours in Milan
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Don't miss this 3 hour best of Milan with skip the line entrance to Last Supper! Your professional tour guide will let you discover the Duomo Cathedral, the Vittorio Emanuele Gallery, passing nearby La Scala Opera House and Santa Maria delle Grazie Church. Your private tour will end with visiting the Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci, one of the most famous and experimental frescos of the Renaissance!

Inclusions: Skip the line entrance to Duomo Cathedral and Last Supper

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By ABahrin

Walking tours are usually not very child friendly. But this was fantastic. Firstly it was stroller accessible which was great as we had a 5 year old who tire easily over the course of the 3hrs+ tour. Secondly our tour guide Francesca was just lovely. She is patient and interacts well with children which is a nice change from tours which tended to be more adult centric. Francesca was very knowledgeable and you can see her passion as she explains. Finally we loved sforza castle and the duomo. So much history and just so beautiful. This was a really wonderful tour.

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