Embark on a walking exploration of Milan’s most celebrated sights, experiencing a blend of grand monuments and intimate historic corners. The route begins at Castello Sforzesco, whose gardens and museum galleries reveal art and architecture spanning centuries. Continue to the Monastery of San Maurizio to admire astonishing frescoes and uncover lesser-known stories of the city’s religious and artistic past. Stroll through Piazza Affari to glimpse the contemporary pulse of Milan and the striking L.O.V.E. sculpture, then wander the medieval lanes and market atmosphere of Piazza Mercanti. Pause by the statue of Leonardo near Teatro alla Scala and appreciate the city’s musical heritage, before crossing the mosaic floors of the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele to experience Milanese elegance and striking 19th-century architecture. Stand beneath the Duomo to contemplate its ornate façade and the emblematic Madonnina that crowns the cathedral. The journey ends at the Church of San Bernardino alle Ossa, noted for its macabre yet fascinating ossuary. Along the way there will be opportunities to stop for an artisanal gelato in a traditional parlour, allowing a moment of local flavour to complement the cultural discoveries. Read more
Why take this private walking tour of Milan?
