Top Historical Churches in Milan Private Guided Tour

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Duration2h - 4h
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LanguagesGerman, Russian, English, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Follow the path of Christianity from Roman times to the Renaissance and the present day. Visit the Santa Maria presso San Satiro, Sant’Ambrogio, and the Santa Maria delle Grazie.

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

2-hour: Milan’s Top 3 Churches
Choose this tour to visit the Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio, Santa Maria delle Grazie and Santa Maria presso San Satiro.

4-hour: Top 3 Churches & Skip-the-line Duomo di Milano
Choose this tour to visit the Duomo (including rooftops by lift), the Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio, Santa Maria delle Grazie and Santa Maria presso San Satiro.

Join this original tour to discover the most important churches, basilicas and cathedrals in Milan’s Old Town. Immerse yourself in 2,000 years of history of Christianity in Italy, including the stories of first Christians in the Roman Empire. Discover the most important and beautiful examples of Christian architecture and art in Milan.

Options

4H:3Churches&Duomo di Milano

Duration: 4 hours: Choose this tour to visit the Duomo (including rooftops by lift), the Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio, Santa Maria delle Grazie and
,: 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. ITMI024

2-hour: Milan’s Top 3 Churches

Duration: 2 hours: Choose this tour to visit the Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio, Santa Maria delle Grazie and 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. ITMI024

What's included

  • (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Duomo and Rooftops (only in 4-hour option)
  • 5-Stars Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
  • Free admission to Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio,Santa Maria delle Grazie & Santa Maria presso San Satiro
  • Lots of information about the history of Christianity in Italy
  • Private Walking Tour of the Best Churches in Milan’s Old Town
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Duomo and Rooftops (in 2-hour option)

What to expect

  1. 10m
    Meet your guide in front of San Giovanni in Conca, Piazza Giuseppe Missori, 22, 20122 Milano MI, Italy
  2. Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio
    25m
    Another point of interest will be the Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio, which is one of the oldest churches in Milan. Its construction lasted from the 4th to the 11th century, and many original mosaics and artworks can still be admired today.
  3. 25m
    See this historic Romanesque church inside and out and hear the legend of its patron saint, St Ambrose. You will also visit the Basilica di Santa Maria delle Grazie, which is best known for the mural of ‘The Last Supper’ by Leonardo da Vinci. Although tickets to see ‘The Last Supper’ are not included in the itinerary, you will still be amazed by what this 15th century Gothic church has to offer.
  4. 35m
    Enrich your experience with a visit to the magnificent Milan Cathedral, also known as the Duomo. It is the most visited church in the city, but with skip-the-line tickets you can jump ahead of the queue and head straight for the entrance.
  5. Duomo Di Milano
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Tickets include access to the Cathedral, Archeological Area, Duomo Museum and Rooftops (by lift). Admire the beautiful facade and interior with amazing Gothic details and countless sculptures, and hear the story of Leonardo da Vinci’s contribution to the final design of the cathedral.
  6. Santa Maria di San Siro
    25m
    Visit 3 historic churches in Milan’s Old Town. You will meet your Private Guide by the San Giovanni in Conca, which is one of the rare examples of the Milanese Romanesque Crypt. From there, you will head to a small, 15th century Church of Santa Maria at San Satiro. It has interesting elements such as a false apse, which creates the effect of a perspective illusion, and gilded interiors with valuable works of Renaissance art.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of San Giovanni in Conca, Piazza Giuseppe Missori, 22, 20122 Milano MI, Italy

End point

Meet your guide in front of San Giovanni in Conca, Piazza Giuseppe Missori, 22, 20122 Milano MI, Italy

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
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Check your email the day before the tour.
  • Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option.
  • The Basilica di Santa Maria delle Grazie is open Monday-Saturday from 7 AM to 1 PM, then from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM, on Sundays between 7:30 PM and 12:30 PM, 4 PM to 9 PM. Please book your tour accordingly.
  • Tickets to ‘The Last Supper’ in Santa Maria delle Grazie are not included in this tour. You will visit only the church, not the museum.
  • The Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio is open Monday-Saturday from 10 AM to 12 PM, 2:30 PM to 6 PM, Sundays between 3 PM and 5 PM.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Duomo are reserved for a specific date and time. You will skip the line at the ticket office but not at the entrance and security checks. Ascend to the rooftops is via lift, but due to renovation works, descend may be via stairs (250 steps). We apologize for the inconvenience.
  • Entry to churches during masses and special events is restricted. It is advised to cover your shoulders and knees.

Cancellation policy

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

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