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Highlights & Milan On Your Own
Moderate Activity
Shopping Opportunities
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Board your motorcoach in Genoa for a scenic drive to Milan. Your route takes you through the Scrivia Valley, where you'll enjoy hillside views of the Apennines. A prized summer retreat for many Genoese families, the area is beautifully covered with lush Mediterranean vegetation. Your local tour guide will point out historic landmarks as you continue through Milan's commercial and residential regions. Castello Sforzesco is the dedicated motorcoach parking area, and a short walk brings you to Piazza del Duomo, where you will commence your tour.
A knowledgeable guide will take you through the streets of this historic city, highlighting history, architecture, and fashionable boutiques. You'll see world-famous landmarks and magnificent piazzas and discover why Milan, the second largest city in Italy, holds such a special place in the hearts of those who visit. Your walking tour centers on the heart of the city, known as the Piazza del Duomo.
The Piazza del Duomo is one of the main landmarks in Milan and a fitting showcase for the world's largest gothic cathedral. Construction on the church began in 1386 and took five centuries to complete. This incredible building is the third largest church of Christianity, and is spectacularly ornate. Inside you will find the golden statue La Madonnina, one of the main attractions. The exterior of the Duomo is a splendid display of gothic spires in white Candoglia marble.
Continue on to the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a covered and elegant gallery with shops and restaurants. This breathtaking structure was built in the 1870s and was designed by Giuseppe Mengoni. It is most famous for its towering glass ceiling.
To the side of the building you will find Piazza della Scala, a pretty square that is home to the popular opera house Teatro alla Scala. In the center of Piazza della Scala stands a monument to the great artist Leonardo da Vinci. Here you will also find the La Scala Theatre and a museum that offers an exclusive collection of paintings, statues, costumes, drafts, and other documents regarding La Scala's history and opera. On the opposite side of the Piazza you will see the Palazzo Marino, today serving as Milan's City Hall.
Following your guided walking tour, you are free to seek out a trattoria for lunch and to browse the elegant art galleries and museums. You may choose to visit to the Royal Palace which offers two of Milan's most noted museums, the Contemporary Art Museum and the Duomo Cathedral Museum, and a visit to the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie is an opportunity to see Leonardo da Vinci's magnificent Last Supper.
No visit to Milan is complete without a walk along Via Spiga. Some of your free time can be spent here viewing where famous clothing designers have their showrooms and you can glimpse into the world of Italian high fashion couture.
At the completion of your tour, return to the motorcoach for a relaxing drive back to port.
Points of interest
Milan
Schedule
Special Notes
Euros or credit cards are recommended for purchasing lunch, shopping and refreshments.Please dress conservatively to visit the churches in Milan.
Traditionally, Tuesday to Saturday retail hours are 9.30am-12.30pm and 3.30-7.30pm, with a half day on Monday (3.30-7.30pm). The majority of shops still close on Sundays, though fashion stores stay open during the major fairs and at other times throughout the year.
No internal visits are included.Use of an audio headset (included) will enhance your tour experience. Sightseeing in Milan will be on foot, as motorcoaches are not permitted in the vicinity.
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Moderate Activity
Shopping Opportunities
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Board your motorcoach in Genoa for a scenic drive to Milan. Your route takes you through the Scrivia Valley, where you'll enjoy hillside views of the Apennines. A prized summer retreat for many Genoese families, the area is beautifully covered with lush Mediterranean vegetation. Your local tour guide will point out historic landmarks as you continue through Milan's commercial and residential regions. Castello Sforzesco is the dedicated motorcoach parking area, and a short walk brings you to Piazza del Duomo, where you will commence your tour.
A knowledgeable guide will take you through the streets of this historic city, highlighting history, architecture, and fashionable boutiques. You'll see world-famous landmarks and magnificent piazzas and discover why Milan, the second largest city in Italy, holds such a special place in the hearts of those who visit. Your walking tour centers on the heart of the city, known as the Piazza del Duomo.
The Piazza del Duomo is one of the main landmarks in Milan and a fitting showcase for the world's largest gothic cathedral. Construction on the church began in 1386 and took five centuries to complete. This incredible building is the third largest church of Christianity, and is spectacularly ornate. Inside you will find the golden statue La Madonnina, one of the main attractions. The exterior of the Duomo is a splendid display of gothic spires in white Candoglia marble.
Continue on to the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a covered and elegant gallery with shops and restaurants. This breathtaking structure was built in the 1870s and was designed by Giuseppe Mengoni. It is most famous for its towering glass ceiling.
To the side of the building you will find Piazza della Scala, a pretty square that is home to the popular opera house Teatro alla Scala. In the center of Piazza della Scala stands a monument to the great artist Leonardo da Vinci. Here you will also find the La Scala Theatre and a museum that offers an exclusive collection of paintings, statues, costumes, drafts, and other documents regarding La Scala's history and opera. On the opposite side of the Piazza you will see the Palazzo Marino, today serving as Milan's City Hall.
Following your guided walking tour, you are free to seek out a trattoria for lunch and to browse the elegant art galleries and museums. You may choose to visit to the Royal Palace which offers two of Milan's most noted museums, the Contemporary Art Museum and the Duomo Cathedral Museum, and a visit to the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie is an opportunity to see Leonardo da Vinci's magnificent Last Supper.
No visit to Milan is complete without a walk along Via Spiga. Some of your free time can be spent here viewing where famous clothing designers have their showrooms and you can glimpse into the world of Italian high fashion couture.
At the completion of your tour, return to the motorcoach for a relaxing drive back to port.
Points of interest
Milan
Schedule
Special Notes
Euros or credit cards are recommended for purchasing lunch, shopping and refreshments.Please dress conservatively to visit the churches in Milan.
Traditionally, Tuesday to Saturday retail hours are 9.30am-12.30pm and 3.30-7.30pm, with a half day on Monday (3.30-7.30pm). The majority of shops still close on Sundays, though fashion stores stay open during the major fairs and at other times throughout the year.
No internal visits are included.Use of an audio headset (included) will enhance your tour experience. Sightseeing in Milan will be on foot, as motorcoaches are not permitted in the vicinity.