Royal Palace, Milan

Royal Palace, Milan: Our most recommended tours and activities

Milan: Private or Shared Essential Walking Tour

Milan: Private or Shared Essential Walking Tour

This 2-hour tour of Milan is designed for groups, and can accommodate up to 25 people. You’ll be led by a knowledgeable guide, who will begin by showing you the mighty Duomo Cathedral, telling you about its fascinating 5 centuries of history. See the Royal Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, and the Arengario Palace. Visit the famous Victor Emmanuel II Arcade, the first covered shopping mall in Europe that remains a luxury shopping site today. Your guide will show you La Scala theater, and Sforza Castle. During the tour you’ll see the exterior of the sites and your guide will tell you about the site’s importance and its history. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enjoy the best of Milan. In addition to the spectacular architecture you’ll see fashionable shops and cafés and discover the city’s great art and religious architecture.

Milan: Old Town Highlights Private Guided Tour

Milan: Old Town Highlights Private Guided Tour

Join this exclusive tour to discover the best things to do in Milan. Follow a 5-Star Private Guide on the streets of the historic Old Town and see its most prominent landmarks. Hear the true story of the city where Leonardo da Vinci created some of his best masterpieces of art and architecture. Choose the 2-hour option to see the best selected highlights of Milan’s Old Town.Your walking tour will begin by exploring Piazza Mercanti, the ""Merchants Square"" that used to be the heart of the city in the Middle Ages. Immerse yourself in stories of Milan’s past, present and future as you walk to the Chiesa di Santa Maria presso San Satiro, and marvel at the Renaissance art and gilded interiors of this 15th century church. Another point of interest will be Piazza del Duomo with its iconic landmarks, including the magnificent Milan Cathedral (Duomo), the Royal Palace, and the elegant shopping arcade Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Learn about Leonardo da Vinci’s contributions to the city and see his monument in front of the world’s most famous opera house, Teatro alla Scala. You will also walk along Via Brera street, which is known for its historical palaces and famous art galleries. Amazing sights await you at every turn! Choose the 3-hour option to see more of Milan’s Old Town and explore the inner courtyards of the Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco). This 15th century fortress is one of the greatest examples of Italian Renaissance architecture, featuring the iconic Filarete Tower and other interesting details. Your Expert Guide will tell you the story of the Visconti family who built the castle to protect the city against enemies, as well as the story of when da Vinci had a workshop in one of the castle rooms. Choose the 4-hour option to add skip-the-line tickets to the Sforza Castle Museums to your itinerary. During this extended tour you will jump ahead the queue and enter the castle interior for a guided tour of its museum exhibitions. The highlights of Sforza Castle include the last unfinished work by Michelangelo Buonarroti, Andrea Mantegna’s Trivulzio Madonna, a room painted by Leonardo da Vinci and many masterpieces by Canaletto, Titian and Tintoretto. Choose the 6-hour option to visit Milan’s most visited attraction, the majestic Milan Cathedral and Rooftops. With skip-the-line tickets, you can use a separate entrance to enter the church without waiting in long lines to the ticket office, and take a lift to access the rooftop terrace. Feel the awe-inspiring atmosphere of one of the world’s largest Gothic cathedrals and admire the breathtaking view from the top of the rooftops.

Milan: Coffee and Highlights Walking Tour

Milan: Coffee and Highlights Walking Tour

Discover the highlights of Milan and Italian coffee culture on a guided walking tour. Visit several coffee shops and learn about the different ways of making coffee and their historical curiosities. Meet your guide, a Neapolitan native, and start your tour with a cup of coffee. Learn about the coffee ritual and the different ways to enjoy it in the north and south of Italy. Along the way, discover the history of the main cathedral, the Royal Palace, the Vittorio Emanuele II Galleria, La Scala theatre, and the beautiful quarter of Brera. Finish your tour at one of your guide's favorite coffee spots.

Milan: World War II Private Walking Tour

Milan: World War II Private Walking Tour

Did you know that Benito Mussolini, the founder of the National Socialist Society, built his political career in Milan? Learn this and more interesting facts about Milan’s leading role on the political scene during World War II on a history tour with a Private Guide! Re-visit some of the darkest days in the history of Milan! Choose the 2-hour option to discover the hidden traces of WWII in the historic center of Milan. Many people don't realize that during the Second World War Milan was the most bombed city in Italy. On this tour you will see places that suffered extensive damage from Allied bombings, such as Teatro della Scala, the iconic Duomo and Royal Palace. Your Local History Guide will tell you how the city managed to rebuild itself after the war, but also about the long lasting effect that the war had on Italians. You will hear the story behind the Carabinieri Monument and see the historic Hotel Regina, which served as headquarters to SS and SD, the paramilitary organization and intelligence agency of Nazi Germany. This tour will be full of interesting but shocking stories about World War II, Holocaust, and the many victims of war. See the dark side of beautiful Milan!

Milan: Private Guided Wine Tasting Tour with Optional Snacks

Milan: Private Guided Wine Tasting Tour with Optional Snacks

Join this exciting wine tasting session in Milan to discover the best of what the Italian wine scene has to offer. Learn all about different grape varieties, wine styles, aging methods, and more. Experience the famous Italian wine drinking culture with a wine-loving Local Guide! Find out why Milan is a great destination for wine lovers! Choose the 2-hour option to discover Italy's contemporary wine scene with an exclusive tasting of 4 wines. It will be a great introduction to the world of Italian wines, as you will taste red, white as well as wine produced at vineyards near Milan. The tasting tour will be held at 2 popular wine bars with great customer service and a friendly atmosphere. We will adjust everything to your needs, interests, and any special occasion. The standard tasting includes 4 different wines that will allow you to compare and fully appreciate the different flavors, aromas and colors of Italian wine. Each wine will be fully explained in terms of its origin and unique characteristics, and you will learn the proper wine tasting etiquette. The guide will have many interesting wine-stories to tell, and it will be a fun experience for sure! Choose the extended 3-hour option to taste more wine and see the best selected highlights of Milan’s Old Town! This extended tasting tour includes 5 wines paired with traditional antipasto (Italian appetizers), such as a plate of regional cheeses. Learn about food pairings and find out why having a glass of wine during lunch and dinner time is an integral part of Italian culture and social life. You will visit 2 wine bars and also see highlights such as the iconic Milan Cathedral (Duomo), the Royal Palace and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

Milan: City Highlights Guided Bike Tour

Milan: City Highlights Guided Bike Tour

Experience an amazing bike tour through the city of Milan Highlights. Check out Top Attractions and beautiful nature spots. Follow your Expert-Guide who will provide you explanations along the way. Your basic 2-hour tour will start with a visit to the oldest city park – Giardini Pubblici Indro Montanelli. You will find there many monuments and attractions as Planetarium, the Natural History Museum or the 17th Century Palazzo Dugnani. Follow your 5-Stars Guide to see the Royal Palace of Milan that was the seat of the government for many centuries. When you cycle few meters further your eyes will see one of the largest church in the world, and the Top Attraction of Milan – the Duomo di Milano, the cathedral, which construction took nearly six centuries. Next on your route will be Pallazo Morando. Cycle by the quiet street, near the Fashion District, and admire elegant facades and hidden courtyards. Extend your stress-free trip to 4-hour and explore more Milan highlights. After a ride through the Old Town, you will also have an opportunity to visit the Sforza Castle, another iconic monument in Milan. Cycle by the Pinakoteka Brera and marvel at the monumental Palazzo di Brera. Be amazed by the church dedicated to St. Mark, patron of Venice, and see the Teatro alla Scala on your way back. Delve deeper into Milan surroundings and join a 6-hour bike tour! Have a look at the Columns of St. Lawrence and hear the history of this group of ancient Roman ruins. Visit one of the oldest and the most important churches in Milan – the Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio. Cycle by the Santa Maria delle Grazie where on the wall the famous Last Supper is painted. Take some rest and have a local snack. And on your way back pass by the Piazza Gae Aulenti – the epicenter of Milan’s modern neighbourhood.

Milan: Old Town and Top Attractions Private Tour by Car

Milan: Old Town and Top Attractions Private Tour by Car

Milan is full of wonders that can be easily overlooked if you have limited time for long walks, so join this original tour by private car to discover the best sights of the capital of Lombardy! Explore the city by car with a 5-Star Local Guide who is a master storyteller. Let us take you on a half- or full-day adventure in Milan! Choose the 3-hour option to see the best selected highlights of Milan’s Old Town. Your tour begins with a convenient pickup direct from your accommodation, so you won't even have to worry about finding the meeting point. Stop at the public square Piazza Mercanti to admire medieval buildings, temporary exhibits and markets, then head to the lively Piazza Duomo. Marvel at the elegant 19th century arcade Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, the Royal Palace and the iconic Duomo Cathedral. At every turn you will learn something new about Milan, its history, culture and citizens. See the monument to Leonardo da Vinci and the famous opera house La Scala. The final stop will be at the inner courtyards of the Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco), allowing you to admire its magnificent architecture and the neighboring Sempione Park. Choose the 6-hour option to enhance your experience with a visit to the Sforza Castle Museums. Thanks to skip-the-line tickets you can avoid the queues and head straight for the entrance. The 14th century fortress is a treasure trove of history and art, with collections of armory, antique furniture, decorative arts, musical instruments and more. See the last unfinished work by Michelangelo Buonarroti, Andrea Mantegna’s Trivulzio Madonna and masterpieces by Canaletto, Titian and Tintoretto. The extended route also includes stops by the ancient Roman Walls in front of the imposing Basilica San Lorenzo Maggiore, and the Arco di Porta Ticinese by the dock on Milanese canals. Choose the 7-hour option to also visit Milan’s top attraction, the Duomo. We provide skip-the-line tickets for the Cathedral, including lift access to the Rooftops. Explore its awe-inspiring interior filled with monuments and artworks, such as the famous Saint Bartholomew Flayed. Take the lift to the rooftops to fully appreciate the Gothic spires and pinnacles adorned with hundreds of statues, like the iconic golden Madonnina. The views are breathtaking, on a clear day reaching as far as the snow-capped peaks of the Alps!

Skip-the-line Villa Necchi Campiglio and Milan Downtown Tour

Skip-the-line Villa Necchi Campiglio and Milan Downtown Tour

Join this original tour to visit one of the most beautiful historic residences of the Milan House Museum circuit. Villa Necchi Campiglio boasts great architecture, expensive works of art, antique furniture and a beautiful garden. Feel the spirit of Italian rationalism and get an insight into the lives of wealthy Italian families in the early 20th century. Choose the 2-hour options for a guided tour of Villa Necchi Campiglio and its beautiful garden. Admire the elegant exterior and interior designed by Piero Portaluppi, one of the greatest modern Italian architects. The villa was built as an independent single-family house of the Necchi-Campiglio family and represents the best of 20th century elegance. It was even used as a filming location for films 'House of Gucci' and 'I am love'. During the tour you will learn about the people who called this incredible mansion their home, including notable names like the former director of La Scala, Henryk Heski, and Princess Maria Gabriella of Savoy. You will also see many works of art by Italian artists such as Canaletto, Tiepolo, Rosalba Carriera, Arturo Martini and Carlo Carrà. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the villa’s garden and explore also the trendy neighbourhood Quadrilatero della moda, known for its elegant mansions and luxury fashion stores. Choose the 3-hour option to take advantage of private transportation on your visit to Villa Necchi Campiglio. This includes transfers between your accommodation and the villa. We will organise a private driver and car to pick you up directly from your Milan accommodation, making it easier and more convenient to join the tour on time. Choose the 4-hour option to visit Villa Necchi Campiglio and see the best selected highlights of Milan’s Old Town during an extended walking tour. You will pass by the former residence of Mozart and head to the beating heart of the Old Town, Piazza Duomo to admire the awe-inspiring Gothic architecture of Milan’s crown jewel, the Duomo Cathedral. You will also see the Royal Palace, the 19th century arcade Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and the world-renowned opera house, Teatro alla Scala. The final stop will be at the mighty Sforza Castle. Choose the 5-hour option to enjoy a full tour of Villa Necchi Campiglio and Milan’s Old Town with private car transfers direct from your accommodation. Book in advance to save time and effort and enjoy a convenient pickup and drop-off service in a private vehicle exclusively for your group.

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(58 reviews)

Alexia was a personable, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic guide to Milan. We enjoyed the time we spent with her and developed a feeling for the history and flavor of this important city. She was especially helpful in arranging entrance to another important site for which I had not been able to secure tickets. Her efforts, which were outside any expectations of the tour, exemplify her passion and dedication to promoting the experiences of her travelers.

Very pleasant guided tour. We were accompanied by Gabriella. A friendly, caring guide. She helped us find our way around the center of Milan. We visited a church with a trompe l'oeil, the castle, the cathedral square, the old mercato and wandered the streets. Thank you Gabriella 😉

Oleg was a great tour guide, who was extremely knowledgeable and funny! This tour is great for anyone looking to learn more about Milan and it’s history before setting about themselves. Beyond the history and monuments, Oleg was great in pointing out local hotspots and eateries.

Laura was a knowledgable and entertaining guide. If I am in Milan I will be sure to ask for her again. Very happy with her

Gabriella and Luigi were amazing. It was all very informative and everything was very comfortable