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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.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide in front of Fontana di Piazza Castello
Itinerary
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Meet your guide in front of Fontana di Piazza Castello
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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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.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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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.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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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.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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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.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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Additional info
- 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.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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