What to do and see in Milan, Lombardy: The Best Literary, Art & Music Tours

Away from mass tourism but not far from Milan (just 45 minutes) Bergamo boasts a unique position: it stands at just 1-hour ride from the Alpes and from the Iseo Lake. Another peculiarity is that it is divided into a lower and an upper part: while the lower part represents the modern and industrial side of the city, the upper old town still maintains a unique, Medieval charm thanks to the well-preserved buildings and to its structure, full of history and traditions. Moreover, Bergamo Alta (Upper Bergamo) offers its visitors a breath-taking panorama over the lower town and its surroundings. Let this recently listed UNESCO World Heritage Site surprise you with its elegant charm! Meet your licensed guide and your driver in Milan and enjoy a 1-hour ride towards Bergamo on a luxury car/minivan. Once in the city centre, you will get on the characteristic funicular railway that connects the lower to the upper part of the city and start discovering Bergamo Alta.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Guided visit of Bergamo Upper Town with licensed, English-speaking guide, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities (optional)

See up close the characteristic structures of Gothic architecture and stroll along the lateral walkways and the central Rooftop to understand the complex articulations of the Cathedral. An opportunity to change one’s vantage point and to get to know the Duomo and the city in a unique way, surrounded by the majestic spires reaching up into the sky.

Inclusions: Private guided tour with an official guide from the Duomo of Milan , Skip-the-line at the Ticket Office, Fast-track entrance to the Rooftop Terraces, Duomo Pass ticket: Cathedral, Archaeological Area, Rooftops, Museum., Microphone system

Exclusions: Food and Drink

Enjoy a special private guided tour with an official guide from the Duomo of Milan. Jump the line with the one and only fast-track tour and get yourself inside the awe-inspiring Milanese Cathedral in no time at all. Head down to the Archaeological Area where you will find out about the site during the Roman and palaeo-Christian period, long before the Duomo was built and where two of the most important figures from fourth-century Christianity met and history was made. Finish your tour on the roof of the city, the home of the golden Madonnina, and admire the stunning views across the whole of Milan from the Rooftop Terraces. The view extends as far as the eye can see and is definitely not to be missed.

Inclusions: Private guided tour with an official guide from the Duomo of Milan , Skip-the-line at the Ticket Office, Fast-track entrance to the Rooftop Terraces, Duomo Pass ticket: Cathedral, Archaeological Area, Rooftops, Museum and San Gottardo Church, Microphone system

Exclusions: Food and Drink

We'll explore Milan through the lens of design—discovering history of some italian icons, hidden courtyards with wonderful design shops and ateliers and showrooms. We'll see the work of emerging designers mixed with the great masters of international design. When possible, we'll visit private studios and get the chance to talk with the designers face to face.

Inclusions: Design itinerary

Exclusions: Lunch, Please buy public transports tickets to move around quickly and easily!

The Last Supper is one of Italy's most famous masterpieces, and as such it is a difficult one to get into! But do not fear as with this tour not only will you enjoy express access to this internationally renown site, you will also enjoy incredible explanations of its history and tales by a Professional Local Expert guide, joined by a small group of ONLY 6 People MAX, guaranteed. Known for its intricate detail and masterful precision, da Vinci’s Last Supper captures a key moment of Jesus and his disciples during the moment that Christ reveals he will soon be betrayed by one of his own. Leonardo da Vinci was not only a painter, but considered a true Renaissance man, mastering a gamut of disciplines which can all be seen in this master work. Don't miss this chance to see this incredible work, learn all about it, and then have the rest of your day free to enjoy Milan as you desire!

Inclusions: Express Skip the Line entry to the Last Supper , Professional Local Expert Guide, Small Group of 6 People Maximum

Exclusions: gratuities (optional), Food and Drink

Starting from the city center of Milan, you will see the Alfa Romeo car museum for a three hours full immersion you will figure out the legendary most famous Alfa Romeo vintage car models developed during the years. You will be accompanied by a keen on cars professional tour guide speaking your language. Inside the cinema of the museum you will see a short 5 D funny movie about some Alfa Romeo cars. If you like you can also have a coffee break and visit the stand of the latest new Alfa Romeo cars on sale on the Italian market. This is a private guided tour for your group only, or only for you if you are a single tourist. Please note that the ticket price of 12 eur per each person to enter the Alfa Romeo Museum is NOT INCLUDED in the tour price and must be paid at the museum cash desk: the guide does not sell any ticket and does not have any connection with the Alfa Romeo brand.

Inclusions: Private guided tour inside museum Alfa Romeo and transfer to reach the museum , private guided tour in your language with professional tour guide

Exclusions: MUSEUMS TICKETS are NOT INCLUDED and must be paid at the cash desk

A JOURNEY IN TIME OF MILAN ART, HISTORY AND LIFESTYLE.Sophisticated, fast-paced, fashionable, classic and cool at once, Milan defines the very “Italian Style” and its cultural heritage at its best. Explore the heart of Italy’s most vibrant city, main industrial hub and futuristic metropolis, with a tour created to be the perfect mix of art, history, anecdotes and today’s life vibe explained during an enlightening walking visit led by a knowledgeable expert local guide for your small group Milan last supper tour. A comprehensive tour of the heart and soul of Milan that will take you on a Journey in time, from past and a glance into the future.

Inclusions: English Speaking Licensed Guide, Earphones for groups over 5pax, "Last Supper"/ "Cenacolo Milan" tickets, italian breakfast with cafè or cappucino

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

In this 3 hour tour you will see all the highlights of Milan. A guided tour through the Majestic Duomo Cathedral, icon of the city. The cathedral is a wonderful exampe of gothic architecture, but it has been built over six centuries, so you will be impressed by the different overlapping styles, which still give a unified sense to the whole structure. You will cross the beautiful Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, the first prototype of the modern shops mall, that connects Piazza Duomo with Piazza della Scala. This last will be the next stop of your tour, you will visit La Scala theater, one of the most famous Opera House in the world. You will walk down the charming Brera district, where you will see the typical houses with balconies full of plants and flowers. The tour continues to the Sforza Castle courtyards and listen your guide telling about the many years Leonardo Da Vinci spent at this court. After this tour you will be able to check many boxes on your to-do list in Milan!

Inclusions: Professional art historian guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Receive a warm welcome to Mexico City on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with Mexico City to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest. Discover where to find main attractions like Piazza del Duomo and Pinacoteca di Brera, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family-owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction. Withlocals City Kickstart Tour is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Small-group tour option available, Local Guide, Local Tips and Tricks, City Orientation

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

This is a semi private guided tour to two of Milan’s main attractions;  Sforza Castle, a fortress that is named after one of Milan’s most important families and then to Santa Maria Delle Grazie to see Leonardo Da Vinci’s breathtaking  frescoes. This superb 2 hours tour is in the company of a very knowledgeable local guide who will take you to see the Leonardo Da Vinci masterpiece, wonderful frescoes that adorn the refectory in the church of Santa Maria Delle Grazie and Castle courtyards where the Genius of Leonardo lived for a period of his life

Inclusions: Blue Badge Local guide, Professional art historian guide, Guaranteed to skip the long lines

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off