Milan · HISTORICAL TOURS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 historical tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
See Leonardo’s Last Supper without the long wait, then walk from Santa Maria delle Grazie to Milan’s Duomo, La Scala, and Sforza Castle.
“All was good except Viator never sent the voucher or the tickets. Good tour, bad on Viator. Seeing the Last Supper was wee worth it.”
Make tagliatelle, ravioli, and tiramisù in an art-filled Milan home with wine, limoncello, and family recipes.
“An excellent experience, and amazing food and recipes. Fred was amazing with us.”
Review of Milan's Last Supper tour, with guide tips, timing advice, ticket rules, price value, and what to expect at Santa Maria delle Grazie.
“Great expiriecne. Very intimate, emotional and spiritual. Our guide was great! Both paintings were so fascinating and the history was so cool.”
Review of Milan's private historic walking tour, covering Brera, Bosco Verticale, Duomo-area sights, local tips, value, and guide quality.
“Really good tour, covered lots of ground, Davide was really informative. Great historical knowledge. Interesting for all ages.”
Explore Como’s cathedral, Roman walls, Rationalist architecture, and local food tips on a small-group history walk from Milan.
“Violetta was so lovely and knowledgeable about the history of the city. She was very friendly and easy to chat to, and the tour was very personable. We booked the tour at the end of holiday but should have booked at the beginning with Violettas insight of where to go & what to do”
Explore Brescia’s castle, Roman ruins, painted churches, grand squares, and Carmine district, ending with a local pirlo in an old bar.
“First of all, I would like to mention that by offering this amazing tour in Brescia, Davide Borghi and Chiara have done a great service to the city of Brescia and the tourists who wish to see and appreciate the riches this under-appreciated, under-represented, under-served-by-the-tourism-industry, beautiful cultural capital of Europe (along with Bergamo) has to offer. Chiara and Davide have created this wonderful tour and do a phenomenal job sharing it with eager tourists like me. “Umbrella Tours” is the name of their company, and they serve not only Brescia, but also many other nearby (Garda, Desenzano, Maggiore) and distant (Rome, Stockholm!) cities and sights that are worth visiting. Davi...”
Taste Milanese street food, wine, and local life while walking from Piazza Duomo through Brera to Porta Garibaldi with a local guide.
“Very good experience! Great food, knowledge of area and drinks , guide was great !”
Review of Milan’s Natural History Museum with mobile audio guide, 40 stops, fossils, minerals, wildlife, gardens, price tips, and booking advice.
“No one was there to wait for us or gave us instructions even though we were told that we simply had to wait for the assistant with a yellow flag because she was late.. after half an hour we called again to ask for instructions and we were told to link to a dangerous website for the audio guide.. we obviously didn’t do it and so we scanned again a new link that lead us to the Natural History Museum in London!!! Absolutely ridiculous”
Explore Mantua’s historic center on a 90-minute Italian walking tour through grand squares, Sant’Andrea, hidden corners, and local history.
Shop Milan like a local on a three-hour Brera walking tour with guide Keit, handmade goods, gelato, style tips, and small-group access.
“Our Milano born tour guide, Keit who knows the city well … its people, good products, delicious food and culture. She is energetic and a lot of fun to spend time with. If you like to visit the local neighborhood…if you like to buy some good quality products with reasonable price and get all kinds of tips for food and shopping…you will get them from this tour. Both of my husband and I had a great time and learned a lot. Thank you!”
Explore Brescia’s Roman ruins, castle, medieval streets, local stories, and a Pirlo aperitif on a relaxed three-hour walking tour.
“It was an incredible tour! Brescia’s full of historical, cultural and artistic gems on every step. Davide was very attentive and friendly. He shared his immense knowledge of the town and its people in a very relaxed, conversational manner. We’ll make sure to come back and visit the spots and sights he recommended, but we did not have time for. Big thanks for the wonderful walk!”
Explore Milan’s coffee culture and landmarks with guide Maria, from Piazza Cordusio to Brera, with coffee tasting and local tips.
“Absolutely worth it! Maria is extremely knowledgeable about the area, and historical elements that make the tour so interesting! She is a true professional, with a passion for coffee and a lovely personality. An amazing experience!”
Explore Milan’s Duomo, Galleria, La Scala, and Sforza Castle on a private guided tour with fast-track service and flexible pickup.
“Muy bueno la explicación y la paciencia de David!!! Nos encanto todo , sus recomendaciones muchas gracias nos sentimos muy cómodos con el”
Explore Como’s old center in Spanish, from Porta Torre to Lake Como, with cathedral visits, medieval streets, and guide Ignacio Rios.
Explore Milan’s Duomo, Galleria, La Scala, Brera, and Sforza Castle with a private art historian guide in four focused hours.
Pick a roof, a refectory, a kitchen or a jetty.
