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The 15 Best Tours in Milan

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Three days in Milan go fast: a cathedral, a painting you have to book, a lake you can see from the roof on a clear morning. The 15 below are the days that earn their slot, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

Milan: Cathedral and Duomo's Terraces Entrance Ticket - Make time for the museum and St. Gottardo
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Milan: Cathedral and Duomo’s Terraces Entrance Ticket

1.Cathedral and Duomo’s Terraces Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 61,054 reviews · 2 days · from $30Our pick

Explore Milan’s cathedral, terraces, Duomo Museum, and Church of St. Gottardo in Corte on a self-guided ticket valid for 48 hours. Walk among marble spires for city views, then study stained glass, sculptures, and sacred objects indoors. Audio guide and elevator access depend on the option you select.

“My experience was amazing, I would definitely recommend getting the ticket with the elevator option as it is so convenient and avoids the long winding queue. Attended on a Sunday morning and got to attend mass which was a lovely experience.”

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Milan: Da Vinci's Last Supper Guided Tour - The refectory and its 15-minute viewing window
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Milan: Da Vinci’s Last Supper Guided Tour

2.Da Vinci’s Last Supper Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 10,143 reviews · 1 hour · from $75

Meet your English-speaking guide outside the ticket office at Santa Maria delle Grazie, then hear about Leonardo’s painting, its perspective and technique, and the former Dominican monastery. The one-hour tour includes entry, audio headsets, and 15 minutes in the refectory. Guides associated with the tour include Marco Antonio, Elisabetta, Serena, and Luciana; assignments vary.

“Excellent knowledgeable guide. We loved that a limited number of people allowed in the room at once. A very memorable experience!!”

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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

3.Como & Bellagio with Private Lake Como Cruise

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

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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Milan: Science and Technology Leonardo da Vinci Museum Entry - Give Leonardo’s New Galleries their due
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Milan: Science and Technology Leonardo da Vinci Museum Entry

4.Science and Technology Leonardo da Vinci Museum Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,169 reviews · 1 day · from $15

Visit Milan’s Science and Technology Museum with a one-day entry ticket. Explore the New Galleries, with 170 objects and installations devoted to Leonardo da Vinci, then see historic trains, ships, aircraft, space exhibits and more. The ticket is self-guided, so set your own pace and leave plenty of time.

“It is important to define if the entrance is not strict, since I got to take a taxi but there was no rush to enter”

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Milan: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Audio Guide - Audio that adds more than directions
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Milan: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Audio Guide

5.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6,256 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $26

Explore Milan aboard an open-top sightseeing bus, switching among four routes that link the Duomo, Castello Sforzesco, Brera, Navigli and San Siro. Audio commentary comes in 10 languages, with a separate version for children. The pass lasts one to three days, and attraction entry tickets are not included.

“The bus was brilliant way to see the city, I was able to do all 4 lines in one day. The guides, bus and bus drivers were all excellent and on hand at the main stops. Customer service excellent and the audio worked perfectly. Just a pity so much graffiti everywhere. But still enjoyed my day. Value for money”

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Milan Cathedral: Duomo Terraces Ticket (No Church Access) - On the roof: marble, sculpture, and city views
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Milan Cathedral: Duomo Terraces Ticket (No Church Access)

6.Milan Cathedral: Duomo Terraces Ticket (No Church Access)

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,111 reviews · 1 day · from $22

Visit the Duomo terraces, about 46 meters above Milan, for close views of marble spires and broad city panoramas. Choose a stair or elevator ascent when booking. This one-day ticket does not include entry to the church, museum, or archaeological area, and security screening is required.

“Definitely recommend - one of the coolest things to see in Milan”

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Milan: Milan Cathedral Direct Entrance - Terrace Excluded - Decide if the museum option suits you
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Milan: Milan Cathedral Direct Entrance – Terrace Excluded

7.Milan Cathedral Direct Entrance – Terrace Excluded

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,782 reviews · 1 day · from $13Best value

This self-guided ticket gives you direct access to Milan Cathedral, with the Duomo Museum included only if you select that option. Inside, look for soaring Gothic vaults, stained glass, monumental columns, the Saint Bartholomew Flayed statue and the Grand Organ. Terrace and archaeological-area access are not included.

“Really good experience. I mean we still had to stand in the line, but overall the experience was good.”

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Milan: Guided Walking Tour & Last Supper Visit with Ticket - Piazza Mercanti and Milan’s older center
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Milan: Guided Walking Tour & Last Supper Visit with Ticket

8.Guided Walking Tour & Last Supper Visit with Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,409 reviews · from $101

Join an English-speaking guide for a timed visit to Leonardo’s Last Supper, then walk through Milan’s center past Sforza Castle, Piazza Mercanti, La Scala, the Galleria and the Duomo. Guides on this tour have included Giada, David, Emma and Chiara. The three-hour outing includes the Last Supper ticket and audio headset, but not entry to the other landmarks.

“Stephanie was our guide and she was great. Content can be expanded to include duomo tickets.”

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Milan: Fast-Track Milan Cathedral and Terraces Guided Tour - Beneath the cathedral, the city’s older layers
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Milan: Fast-Track Milan Cathedral and Terraces Guided Tour

9.Fast-Track Milan Cathedral and Terraces Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,240 reviews · 1.5 - 2 hours · from $46

Tour Milan Cathedral’s vast interior, climb by elevator to its terraces, and see the archaeological remains beneath the Duomo with a live guide. Choose a shared small group or private tour in English or Italian. Your pass also covers the Duomo Museum and San Gottardo Church, which you can visit on your own.

“Fantastic guide (Stefan) who was very knowledgeable about the cathedral, and showed us lots of details we would have missed. Views from the terraces were wonderful.”

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Milan: Navigli Canal Boat Cruise - Ringhiera homes and the old canal quarter
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Milan: Navigli Canal Boat Cruise

10.Navigli Canal Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 4,502 reviews · 50 min · from $25

Board a small electric boat at Alzaia Naviglio Grande, 4, for a 50-minute cruise past working-class courtyard homes, San Cristoforo, Vicolo dei Lavandai and Darsena. An Italian- and English-speaking host helps you board, while a QR code connects you to audio commentary in five languages. The boat travels along the canal and returns by the same route.

“Everything was good. I booked it afternoon so I can see the sunset.”

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Milan: Serravalle Designer Outlet Roundtrip Bus Transfer - What the advertised discounts mean for your budget
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Milan: Serravalle Designer Outlet Roundtrip Bus Transfer

11.Serravalle Designer Outlet Roundtrip Bus Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,374 reviews · from $28

Ride an English-speaking driver’s bus from Milan to Serravalle Designer Outlet, about 90 minutes away, for six hours of independent shopping. Browse more than 170 stores, from Prada and Gucci to Nike and Adidas, with advertised discounts of 30 to 70 percent. Transport is included; food and drinks are not.

“No frills transport provision from central Milan to designer outlet. Thanks!”

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Milan's Must See: Half-Day Tour of Last Supper, Duomo & La Scala - Seeing La Scala beyond the famous name
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Milan’s Must See: Half-Day Tour of Last Supper, Duomo & La Scala

12.Milan’s Must See: Half-Day Tour of Last Supper, Duomo & La Scala

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4,193 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $130

In about three and a half hours, you’ll visit the Duomo, La Scala and Leonardo’s Last Supper, with a guide and pre-booked entry. Expect a mix of walking and transport, a 15-minute viewing with the mural, and a route that ends at Santa Maria delle Grazie. Guides such as Massimo and Andrea have been praised for making Milan’s art and history easy to follow.

“Great guide! Very knowledgeable and timely, open to questions and friendly. The tour was well worth the money! Highly recommend!”

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Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour - Isola Madre: gardens, peacocks, and a villa
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Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour

13.3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,122 reviews · 1 day · from $14

From Stresa, this one-day boat pass connects you with Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori, and Isola Bella. Spend your time among Isola Madre’s botanical gardens, the fishing island’s lanes and restaurants, and Isola Bella’s palace and terraces. Boat transport is included, but island landing fees and palace or garden admission are extra.

“The hop on hop off boat ride to The Borromean Islands was great. We had ample time to view the islands and the boat service was punctual.”

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Official San Siro Stadium and Museum Guided Tour - Changing rooms, mixed zone and tunnel
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Official San Siro Stadium and Museum Guided Tour

14.Official San Siro Stadium and Museum Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,573 reviews · from $40

At Milan’s San Siro, explore the museum, both clubs’ changing rooms, the mixed zone, players’ tunnel and pitchside with an Italian or English guide. Look for shirts and trophies from AC Milan, Inter and Italy’s national team. The tour costs $40.98 per person; individual guides vary, with past tours led by Sophia, Alessio, Simone and Sandy.

“The tour and the tour guide were both excellent. The tour afforded plenty of time for exploring and questions. Totally worth a visit”

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Milan: Navigli District Canal Boat Tour with Aperitivo - A slow cruise past Milan’s canal houses
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Milan: Navigli District Canal Boat Tour with Aperitivo

15.Navigli District Canal Boat Tour with Aperitivo

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 3,253 reviews · 50 min · from $41

Settle aboard a canal boat at Alzaia Naviglio Grande, 4, and cruise for 50 minutes past old Milanese railing houses, San Cristoforo, and the Darsena. Your ticket includes one Aperol spritz or glass of red or white wine, plus finger food. An onboard QR code offers an audio guide in six languages, though you can also simply enjoy the ride.

“A nice time on the canal. Very little interaction with the crew.”

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