Milan: La Scala Theatre and Museum Guided Tour

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Milan: La Scala Theatre and Museum Guided Tour
Top rated
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
1826 reviews

Discover Milan's iconic La Scala Theatre on a guided tour. Learn about the music legends who have performed on its stage, and admire a vast collection of musical treasures at the La Scala Museum.

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Duration 1.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English, French, Italian, German, Spanish
Wheelchair accessible
Private group available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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5 out of 5 stars
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Mark – United States

My wife and I were rhe only ones on the tour, so it was like a private tour. We received so much interesting background and history to the theater and objects in the museum, putting everything in context.

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5 out of 5 stars
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Tatiana – United Arab Emirates

Wonderful La Scala Tour – A Special Behind-the-Scenes Experience We wanted to see an opera at La Scala, but during our visit, the only performance was a Wagner opera, and the ticket prices were quite high. So instead, we chose to take this guided tour of the theatre and museum – and it turned out to be a fantastic experience! Our guide was very knowledgeable and engaging, sharing the rich history of La Scala and its iconic performers. I was running a bit late, but she kindly waited a few minutes before starting, which was really thoughtful. The absolute highlight was getting a chance to watch rehearsals for a new ballet from one of the theatre boxes – something we didn’t expect and truly appreciated. It felt like a rare glimpse into the real life of the theatre. If you love music, culture, or history, this tour is a great way to experience La Scala without the opera ticket prices. Highly recommended!

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Highlights

  • Discover the secrets of Milan's La Scala Theatre and Museum on a guided tour
  • Learn about the early years of the theater and its most notable performances
  • Admire the elegant interior design of one of Italy's most beloved opera houses
  • Hear the stories of famous performers who have graced its hallowed stage
  • See musical instruments, costumes, and set designs at La Scala Theatre Museum

Full description

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.

Includes

  • Entry tickets to La Scala Theatre and Museum
  • Tour
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

Meet in front of the entrance La Scala Theatre Museum and look for the guide with the "Hidden Experiences" purple flag or board.

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Oversize luggage

Know before you go

  • The theater and museum are accessible to wheelchairs and strollers
  • Due to rehearsals and private events, the visit may be limited to the museum only
  • Large bags and backpacks must be checked into the cloakroom

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Mark – United StatesJune 26, 2025 – Verified booking
My wife and I were rhe only ones on the tour, so it was like a private tour. We received so much interesting background and history to the theater and objects in the museum, putting everything in context.
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Tatiana – United Arab EmiratesJune 18, 2025 – Verified booking
Wonderful La Scala Tour – A Special Behind-the-Scenes Experience We wanted to see an opera at La Scala, but during our visit, the only performance was a Wagner opera, and the ticket prices were quite high. So instead, we chose to take this guided tour of the theatre and museum – and it turned out to be a fantastic experience! Our guide was very knowledgeable and engaging, sharing the rich history of La Scala and its iconic performers. I was running a bit late, but she kindly waited a few minutes before starting, which was really thoughtful. The absolute highlight was getting a chance to watch rehearsals for a new ballet from one of the theatre boxes – something we didn’t expect and truly appreciated. It felt like a rare glimpse into the real life of the theatre. If you love music, culture, or history, this tour is a great way to experience La Scala without the opera ticket prices. Highly recommended!
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5 out of 5 stars
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Barbara – United KingdomJune 16, 2025 – Verified booking
Very good. The guide was clearly interested and enthusiastic about opera and this was infectious. I learnt a lot about the history of the place and the theatre itself was a delight. I paid a high price for the ticket but the tour was good.

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