Milan:Castle Sforzesco, Pinacoteca Ambrosiana and Duomo

Milan:Castle Sforzesco, Pinacoteca Ambrosiana and Duomo

8.5 hours | Genoa | G O A - 1 6 1
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Moderate activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

You'll drive from historic Genoa to cosmopolitan Milan, where you will embark on a walking tour of its city center: the Castello Sforzesco, one of the most important building of the town, house of several city's museums and art collections, the Dome Square with its giant 14th C cathedral packed with different styles and statues, the La Scala opera house, one of the most prestigious theatres, Vittorio Emanuele Gallery, the shopping arcade lined with lots of stylish shops and chic cafés, and finally the tour leads to discover the life and the cultural development of Leonardo da Vinci.Enjoy a visit to the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, housing the exhibition of 1119 sheets from the "Codex Atlanticus", the studies about paintings, mathematics, astronomy, hydraulic and philosophy. Before arriving to the Leonardo's Library, you'll pass among the expositive path and can admire some of the greatest masterpieces of all times, including Caravaggio, Raphael, Sandro Botticelli. Relax then with some time at leisure for lunch and shopping before driving back to Genoa.

Special Notes:

Should the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana be closed, the Pinacoteca di Brera or the inside rooms of Castello Sforzesco will be visited, instead.

Proper attire that covers shoulders and legs must be worn by both men and women in religious places - mini-skirts, swimwear and shorts above the knee are not acceptable. In addition visitors are often required to check-in large bags at the entrance desk. Please do not carry large backpacks or bags with you as delays may occur. Large backpacks and bags may be left onboard the transportation.

Euros or credit cards are recommended for purchasing lunch, shopping and refreshments.
Please dress conservatively to visit the churches in Milan. Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing suited to the day's conditions.
Use of an audio headset (included) will enhance your tour experience.

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart from Genoa for Milan

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Travel time: 02:00
Air conditioned: Yes
Restroom available: Yes

Drive back to Genoa

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Travel time: 02:00
Air conditioned: Yes

Drop off at Castello Sforzesco, local guid and visit the gardens

Time at site: 00:35
Air conditioned: No

Restroom brake at the Castle

Time at site: 00:10
Restroom available: Yes

Walking tour through the city center

Transport type: Walking
Time at site: 00:30
Air conditioned: No
Restroom available: No

Visit the Pinacoteca

Time at site: 00:40
Air conditioned: No

Walk to Dome

Transport type: Walking
Travel time: 00:15
Air conditioned: No

Visit the Dome

Time at site: 00:20

Free time and lunch on own

Time at site: 01:50
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Walk back to bus

Transport type: Walking
Travel time: 00:10
Air conditioned: No
Restroom available: No