Renaissance Architecture of Milan Private Guided Tour

Duration2h - 3h

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LanguagesGerman, Russian, English, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Meet Leonardo da Vinci, Donato Bramante, and other ‘Renaissance men’ on a guided tour of Renaissance architecture and art in Milan's Old Town. See the Sforza Castle, Duomo and more.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

2-hour: Renaissance Architecture Tour
Choose this tour to see highlights of Renaissance Milan, such as the Sforza Castle (exterior), and visit the Church of Santa Maria presso San Satiro.

3-hour: Renaissance Architecture & Church of San Maurizio
Choose this tour to see highlights of Renaissance Milan and visit the Church of Santa Maria presso San Satiro and San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore.

Renaissance architecture and art flourished in 15th-17th century Milan, representing the city’s political, cultural, religious and economic aspirations. Join this original tour to discover the most impressive Renaissance monuments and hear the stories of famous Italian architects and artists who crafted the iconic cityscape of Milan.

Options

3H:RenaissanceArchit&ChurchSan

Duration: 3 hours: Choose this tour to see highlights of Renaissance Milan and visit the Church of Santa Maria presso San Satiro and
,: San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. ITMI018

2H: Renaissance Architecture

Duration: 2 hours: Choose this tour to see highlights of Renaissance Milan, such as the Sforza Castle (exterior),
,: and visit the Church of Santa Maria presso San Satiro.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. ITMI018

What's included

(number of attractions depends on the selected option)
Private Walking Tour of the Renaissance Architecture Highlights in Milan's Old Town
Free or paid admission to the Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore (only in 3-hour option)
Architecture Expert-Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
Free admission to the courtyards of the Sforza Castle
Free admission to the Chiesa di Santa Maria presso San Satiro

Tickets to the Sforza Castle
Admission to the Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore (only in 2-hour option)

What to expect

10m

Meet your guide in front of Fontana di Piazza Castello
25m

The tour includes a visit to the Church of Santa Maria presso San Satiro, which is known for beautiful Renaissance frescoes and clever design that creates an optical illusion of more space.
Duomo Di Milano
25m

You will also see the iconic Duomo, which is one of the world's largest and most beautiful Gothic cathedrals but also incorporates some elements of Renaissance architecture.
45m

Finally, you will pass the medieval heart of the city, Piazza Mercanti, and head to the courtyards of the Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco) to discover more facts and myths about the Milanese Renaissance.
Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore
45m

Enrich your Renaissance experience with a visit to the beautiful Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, known as the Sistine Chapel of Milan! It is a hidden gem with wall frescoes painted by students of Leonardo da Vinci, the most famous 'Renaissance man'. Explore its awe-inspiring interior and learn about the Renaissance art movement in Italy.
Basilica San Lorenzo Maggiore
30m

Discover the best selected highlights of Renaissance Milan. Your tour begins at the square in front of the Basilica of San Lorenzo, where you can appreciate the contrast between the Basilica's Baroque-Renaissance architecture and the ancient Roman Columns of St Lawrence. As you follow your Private Guide on the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, you will learn more about the city’s transition from the Middle Ages to modernity.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of Fontana di Piazza Castello

End point

Meet your guide in front of Fontana di Piazza Castello

Additional information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible
Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option. A visit to the Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore is not included in the basic 2-hour tour.
Please arrive on time. Admission to San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore in larger groups requires booking a time slot in advance. Late arrival will result in the loss of the booking fee so you will not be able to see the interiors of the church.
Church tours during scheduled events (such as the daily, Sunday and holiday masses) are limited, so the entire or parts of the building may be closed on your visit.
The Church of Santa Maria presso San Satiro is usually open daily from 7 am to 7 pm, but as the church’s opening hours are limited, we cannot guarantee an entry.
The Courtyards of the Sforza Castle are open daily from 7 am to 7:30 pm. Please book the starting time accordingly. The itinerary excludes tickets to the Sforza Castle Museums.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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