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The 15 Best Milan Private Tours

270 tours  ·  from $40 a head

Milan rewards a plan and punishes a queue. The 15 milan private tours below are laid out so you can choose in a few minutes and get on with the espresso.

From Milan: Como & Bellagio with Private Lake Como Cruise - The scenic road to the water
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From Milan: Como & Bellagio with Private Lake Como Cruise

1.Como & Bellagio with Private Lake Como Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9,788 reviews · from $112Our pick

Ride from Milan by luxury bus, tour Como’s historic center with a bilingual guide, walk through Villa Olmo’s garden and cruise Lake Como on a private boat. You’ll have two hours of free time in Bellagio before returning to Milan. The day runs 10 to 11 hours, so bring comfortable shoes and a valid passport or European ID.

“Viviana was an amazing guide, very charismatic and well prepared. We had the most amazing time.”

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From Milan: Lake Como & Bellagio DayTour with Private Cruise - Como’s cathedral and historic center
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From Milan: Lake Como & Bellagio DayTour with Private Cruise

2.Lake Como & Bellagio DayTour with Private Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,830 reviews · from $111

Travel from Milan by air-conditioned coach for a guided walk in Como, a private Lake Como cruise and free time in Varenna and Bellagio. Guides on this route have included Monica, Anna, Sara and Alessio, though the guide varies. Expect a long day, handsome lake views and a public ferry that can be crowded in peak season.

“I liked it. I think it's a good value for money and everybody should go on this tour.”

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Lake Como & Bellagio Day Trip with Private Boat Cruise - Como: a short introduction to the town
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Lake Como & Bellagio Day Trip with Private Boat Cruise

3.Lake Como & Bellagio Day Trip with Private Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,587 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $120

Travel from Milan by air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking guide, then see Lake Como from a private boat reserved for your group. The route includes time in Como and Bellagio, with views of Villa Carlotta, Villa del Balbianello and Isola Comacina from the water. Cruise length varies by season, and hotel pickup is available at selected hotels.

“Well organized, informative, scenic. Enjoyed the experience of the road trip combined with boat ride”

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From Milan: Lake Como, Bellagio & Varenna with Private Boat - The cruise turns the lake into the main event
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From Milan: Lake Como, Bellagio & Varenna with Private Boat

4.Lake Como, Bellagio & Varenna with Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,187 reviews · from $111

Ride from Milan to Como by air-conditioned coach, then see the lake and its villas by boat before exploring Como, Bellagio, and, from April to October, Varenna. English- and Spanish-speaking guides lead the day; past guides have included Anna, Monica, and Lina. Expect a long, well-organized outing with free time, public ferry segments, and changing stop order.

“Me and my husband are from Jordan, it was the best tour ever, big thanks to our tour guide Ms. Klara. Myself. The tour was as per schedule and comfortable bus . I highly recommend to use this compan. All the best.”

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Lake Como and Bellagio with Private Boat Cruise Included - Bellagio gives you time to explore at your own pace
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Lake Como and Bellagio with Private Boat Cruise Included

5.Lake Como and Bellagio with Private Boat Cruise Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 944 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $119

Spend about 11 hours traveling from Milan by air-conditioned coach, with a guide, a Como historic-center walk, Villa Olmo gardens, a one-hour lake cruise, and free time in Bellagio. The main option includes Bellagio; the Bernina Red Train upgrade does not. Bring a passport or European ID, and plan for a long day.

“This was a good tour. The guide was great and the locations were fun and beautiful. The only issue was the A/C on the bus broke. It was 90 degrees and super uncomfortable. This was not the tour guides fault however.”

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Private Tour by Classic Wooden Boat on Lake Como - From Como’s waterfront to Life Electric
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Private Tour by Classic Wooden Boat on Lake Como

6.Private Tour by Classic Wooden Boat on Lake Como

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 528 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Top rated

Take a four-hour private cruise for up to six people in a classic wooden boat, with an English-speaking captain-guide. From Como, you’ll pass Life Electric, Villa Olmo, Cernobbio and grand waterfront homes, including Villa d’Este and the former Versace residence. Prosecco and soft drinks have been provided on some outings; ask what’s included when you book.

“Wonderful time on lake Como with Captain Thomas! He was a knowledgeable and fun host. We enjoyed all the sightseeing and Prosecco. He took beautiful pictures of our group and made sure our comfort was of the upmost importance.”

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Da Vinci's Last Supper Express Semi-Private Guided Tour - Meeting outside the Last Supper box office
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Da Vinci’s Last Supper Express Semi-Private Guided Tour

7.Da Vinci’s Last Supper Express Semi-Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 427 reviews · from $123

Visit Leonardo’s Last Supper in a group of no more than six, with skip-the-line entry and an English-speaking local guide. In 45 minutes, hear about the painting’s history, artistic details and restoration, then spend time looking at the work itself. Guides have included Lara, Larissa, Barbara and Roberto, though your guide is not guaranteed.

“It was fabulous. With had limited time but our guide provided a thorough overview with additional information! Highly recommend this tour guide and will use again when visiting Italy.”

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Private Cruise on Lake Como with Speedboat from 1H to 4H - Cernobbio and the western shore’s grand addresses
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Private Cruise on Lake Como with Speedboat from 1H to 4H

8.Private Cruise on Lake Como with Speedboat from 1H to 4H

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 391 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Set out from Como with a private captain such as Stefano, Alberto, or Alice for a two-hour speedboat ride past Villa Olmo, Cernobbio, Laglio, Nesso, and Torno. Expect local stories, villa views, and a possible swim near Nesso or Villa Pliniana. The boat is for your group of up to five.

“Great experience! Two hours was just perfect. Alberto or captain was outstanding. He grew up in the Lake Como area where his family still lives. Great local knowledge and cool stories. Highly recommend. Ask for Alberto if you can.”

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La Scala Theatre and Museum Tour in Milan With Private Guide - A guide can make the museum come alive
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La Scala Theatre and Museum Tour in Milan With Private Guide

9.La Scala Theatre and Museum Tour in Milan With Private Guide

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 384 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $47Best value

Meet your licensed guide at La Scala’s museum in central Milan for a one-hour visit to the opera house and its collections. You’ll see the auditorium from a theater box when access allows, then explore costumes, portraits, instruments and stage objects. The theater is active, so rehearsals or performances can change what you see.

“Fantastic tour guide,Stefania,very personable and well informed and multi lingual. So fortunate to see rehearsals, scene and set changes and also the Ballet exhibition at La Scala. A memorable visit indeed.”

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Milan Highlights and Hidden Gems Private Guided Walking Tour - The Duomo: an exterior look at Milan’s great church
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Milan Highlights and Hidden Gems Private Guided Walking Tour

10.Milan Highlights and Hidden Gems Private Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 302 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $246

Explore central Milan with a private local guide for 2 to 3 hours, passing Castello Sforzesco, the Duomo exterior, and Piazza della Scala before following a route tailored to your interests. Guides such as Salvatore and Francesca have introduced visitors to local neighborhoods, city history, and Milan’s metro. One local drink or snack is included, but attraction tickets are not.

“Our walking tour of Milan with Francesca was fantastic! Francesca was a true local from Milan and knew her city well, which was much appreciated. She showed us many of Milan’s highlights and gave lots of history and interesting information. Additionally, Francesca reached out ahead of time to touch base and was easy to communicate with via WhatsApp with any additional details before the tour. Highly recommend!”

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Bellagio & Varenna Full-day Tour on Lake Como by private boat - Lunch is your own choice
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Bellagio & Varenna Full-day Tour on Lake Como by private boat

11.Bellagio & Varenna Full-day Tour on Lake Como by private boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 301 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $453

Spend 8 to 9 hours on Lake Como with an English-speaking guide, a boat reserved for your group, and guided walks in Varenna and Bellagio. Villa Monastero admission is included, lunch is on your own, and the day starts and ends in Como. Guides have included Ricardo, Francesca, Bianca, and Violetta, though assignments vary.

“The trip was amazingly good and comprehensive. Guide was fantastic, knowledgeable and personable. Shuttle ferries could have been better, windows cloudy, leaving sights difficult to see.”

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Private Guided Tour by Speedboat on Lake Como from 1H to 4H - Tremezzo, Menaggio, and the crossing to Bellagio
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Private Guided Tour by Speedboat on Lake Como from 1H to 4H

12.Private Guided Tour by Speedboat on Lake Como from 1H to 4H

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 273 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Pietro and Federica lead a private speedboat tour from Argegno, with one- to four-hour options for groups of up to six. Expect lakeside villages, famous villas, local stories, and, on longer outings, time to swim or stop in a town. Villa interiors and gardens require separate arrangements and tickets.

“Great tour on the water on a great boat with two wonderful hosts. The bottled water, prosecco, and soft drinks were nice extras that we really appreciated. Even received a great tip on a local restaurant, which we dined at that evening.”

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Lake Como: Classic Boat Private Tour - Choosing 30 minutes, one hour or two
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Lake Como: Classic Boat Private Tour

13.Classic Boat Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 265 reviews

Your captain takes you out on a private vintage Cadenazzi wooden speedboat, with options of 30 minutes, one hour or two. Expect Villa Balbianello on every route, and on longer trips, Comacina Island, Bellagio and Villa Carlotta. Captains including David, Daniel, Gabriele and Giacomo have shared local stories and villa history.

“This was an amazing experience. Worth every penny. The guide, Gabrielle, grew up locally and had an amazing knowledge about the Lake and villages. The boat was a piece of art. Beautifully maintained.”

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Milan Semi-Private Max 6 People Tour with Last Supper and Duomo - The Duomo finale is grand, but it is an exterior visit
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Milan Semi-Private Max 6 People Tour with Last Supper and Duomo

14.Milan Semi-Private Max 6 People Tour with Last Supper and Duomo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 258 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $204

Walk from Santa Maria delle Grazie to the Duomo with a guide and no more than five other people. The tour includes timed access to the Last Supper, fresco-filled San Maurizio and Bramante’s perspective trick at San Satiro. It ends outside the Duomo, whose entrance is not included in this semi-private option.

“The guide (Lara) was FANTASTIC! Energetic and informative. We ended our tour outside the Duomo - would have been nice to go inside as part of the tour.”

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Private Milan Food Walking Tour of Brera - The guide makes the difference
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Private Milan Food Walking Tour of Brera

15.Private Milan Food Walking Tour of Brera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $332

Spend three hours walking Brera with a private local foodie guide, stopping at six eateries for Milanese dishes and Italian treats. Expect seasonal tastings, a special spritz, and a traditional aperitivo, with guide-led stories about the neighborhood and its food. Paola, Antonio, and other local guides have led the tour.

“This was a wonderful tour to see the area of Brera. The food was tasty. The gelato was the hands down winner of all the stops. Our guide Paola was able to give insight on the area and how it became the center of the art and fashion scene in Milan”

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