Your expert local city guide will show you the city's best parts, including many hidden secrets you can’t find easily on your own. On this walking tour will be able to see a lot of sightseeing points within a short timeframe. Apart from explaining the sightseeing points your guide can provide insight into the history and culture of the city and the country in general. Your guide also has good knowledge of shopping for fashion and will help you to upgrade your wardrobe. If you like buying the latest trends or luxury fashion at affordable prices, this tour is for you. Your guide knows the secret places where you can get the best deals on fashion. Your guide also has an excellent knowledge of food and can take you to try local delicacies.
The focus of this tour is to see the city like a local. However, this private tour can be customised according to your wishes. Sightseeing points to visit can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up.
STANDARD sightseeing places we can easily visit during the tour are:
• Duomo di Milano: this cathedral is the most famous landmark building in Milan
• Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II: Italy's oldest active shopping gallery
• Montenapoleone district: Milan's most sought-after fashion district with the best luxury shopping
• Sforzesco Castle: medieval fortification built in the 15th century
• Sempione Park: large city park in the historic centre of Milan established in 1888
• Brera Picture Gallery: main public gallery for paintings in Milan
• Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio: one of the most ancient churches in Milan consecrated in 379
• Triennale Milano: museum of art and design in the Sempione Park
Some examples of HIDDEN SECRETS we can visit:
• Navigli district: The trendiest district in Milan, perfect for a romantic evening stroll along the canals. Huge selection of restaurants & bars and the perfect place to enjoy “aperitivo” (typical Milan-style happy hour with a food buffet).
• Pinacoteca Ambrosiana: Stunning art gallery founded in 1618 which also houses the Ambrosian Library where you can marvel at antique books.
• Porta Nuova and Corso Como: new city district with skyscrapers and a vibrant nightlife scene
• Villa Necchi Campiglio: sumptuous historical villa in the city centre
• Pirelli HangarBicocca: A site for contemporary art exhibitions. The building used to be a Pirelli factory.
• Fondazione Prada: Institution dedicated to contemporary art and culture that offers temporary exhibitions, performance arts and cinematographic shows.
• Armani Silos: Giorgio Armani's museum, is the perfect addition to a fashion-obsessed city. Here, you'll find around 600 of his fashion designs from over the last 40 years.
Please note that it is not guaranteed to visit all the sightseeing places listed here. How many places you can visit depends on the length of the tour booked and how much time you spend at each place. After booking you can discuss the detailed itinerary with your guide.
