Leonardo da Vinci Private Tour in Milan Old Town

Milan
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  • Price from
    €179
  • Duration
    2 h to 5 h
  • Group size
    Private tour
  • Guide languages
    German, Russian, English, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish

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    Overview

    Leonardo da Vinci spent 17 years in Milan and changed it forever. Walk in his footsteps with a Private Licensed Guide and discover the city he helped build. Flexible options included.

    HIGHLIGHTS:

    - Follow the steps of Leonardo da Vinci in Milan with a 5-Star Expert Guide

    - Learn how da Vinci helped design, engineer and reimagine the city of Milan

    - See Leonardo's notebook at the Ambrosian Library (in 3,5 and 4,5-hour option)

    - Visit the Leonardo3 Museum with skip-the-line tickets (in 4,5-hour option only)

    - Explore La Scala, the Duomo, and Santa Maria delle Grazie on foot

    Discover the many talents of Leonardo da Vinci, from painting to innovation and urban planning, as you explore the historic streets of Milan's Old Town. This original da Vinci tour will take you back in time to Renaissance Italy, following the steps of Leonardo in Milan where he produced some of his greatest works. Discover the legacy of the archetypal man of Renaissance!

    What's included

    • Leonardo Da Vinci Tour of Milan’s Old Town, Ambrosian Library and Leonardo3 Museum
    • Skip-the-line tickets to the Ambrosian Library (only in 3,5 and 4,5-hour options)
    • 5-Star Expert Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
    • Historical facts and myths about Leonardo da Vinci and Renaissance Italy
    • Skip-the-line tickets to the Leonardo3 Museum (only in 4,5-hour option)

    Not included

    • Admission to Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore and Santa Maria delle Grazie (optional)
    • Skip-the-line tickets to the Ambrosian Library (in 2-hour option)
    • Skip-the-line tickets to the Leonardo3 Museum (in 2 and 3,5-hour options)
    • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

    What you will do

    • Stop 1

      Meet your guide by the Statua di Giulio Ricordi, Largo Antonio Ghiringhelli, 20121 Milano MI, Italy

      10 min

    • Milan through the eyes of Leonardo da Vinci. Your walking tour will begin with an introduction to the four pillars of Leonardo’s virtuosity: painting, architecture, sculpture, and engineering, as you will see the 19th century Leonardo Monument by Pietro Magni outside the famous La Scala Opera House. Your Private Guide will explain the symbolism behind the statues of da Vinci and his pupils and tell you about the legacy left behind by this renowned painter, engineer and innovator.

      25 min

    • Wandering around Milan, you will discover many traces of Leonardo’s genius. Did you know that he solved some of the engineering problems that occurred during the construction of Duomo di Milano?

      25 min

    • The beautiful frescoes in Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, also known as the Sistine Chapel of Milan, were painted by Leonardo’s students?

      25 min

    • The tour will end in front of Santa Maria delle Grazie, home to original The Last Supper. Nearby are the restored da Vinci vineyards, where you can order a glass of original Leonardo wine (at your own expense).

      25 min

    • Choose the 3,5-hour option to see Leonardo’s works in the Ambrosian Library (Pinacoteca Ambrosiana). This tour includes skip-the-line tickets to this secret gem of Milan.

      25 min

    • The Ambrosian Library displays a rotating selection of drawings from Leonardo’s notebook Codex Atlanticus along with his original drawings, writings, doodles and designs. It is a rare chance to learn about his interest in mathematics, weaponry, flight, botany and musical instruments. This beautiful library also houses several disputed Leonardos, such as Portrait of Isabella d'Este, as well as works by masters like Caravaggio, Raphael and Titian.

      1 h

    • About da Vinci with a guided tour of the Leonardo3 Museum. With skip-the-line tickets you can save time and go in without waiting at the ticket office. Enjoy the interactive exhibits of working models of Leonardo’s machines and inventions, and admire the digital restorations of his paintings and drawings. It will be a fun and educational experience for both adults and children!

      1 h

    Meeting point

    Meet your guide by the Statua di Giulio Ricordi, Largo Antonio Ghiringhelli, 20121 Milano MI, Italy. Please arrive 10–15 minutes before the start time to ensure a smooth and punctual departure.

    End point: Meet your guide by the Statua di Giulio Ricordi, Largo Antonio Ghiringhelli, 20121 Milano MI, Italy. Please arrive 10–15 minutes before the start time to ensure a smooth and punctual departure.

    Important information

    • 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
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
    • The number of attractions depends on the selected option. The Ambrosian Library and Leonardo3 Museum are not included in the 2-hour option.
    • San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore and Santa Maria delle Grazie are free to enter but access may be limited during Mass and special events. Please note that tickets to The Last Supper are not included in this tour.
    • Skip-the-line tickets to the Ambrosian Library allow entry at your booked time. Security checks apply. Headsets provided for groups of 15 or more.
    • Skip-the-line tickets to the Leonardo3 Museum allow faster entry without purchasing on the spot. Security checks apply. Headsets provided for groups of 10 or more.
    • Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance — we're happy to help!

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.