Private tour in Milan Paola R
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Hello! I am Paola, a licensed and officially authorized tour guide in Milan, born and raised in the city. With a strong background in history and art, I design private cultural and culinary tours for travelers who value knowledge, authenticity, and thoughtful experiences. My tours reveal Milan’s layered identity: a modern, dynamic city with a refined and discreet historical core. I guide guests through historic streets and alleys, churches and basilicas, art galleries, canals, and lesser-known corners, combining solid historical context with local insight and carefully chosen anecdotes. Particular attention is given to the Renaissance period and to Leonardo da Vinci, who considered Milan a central place for his life and work. Alongside cultural itineraries, I also offer private food tours, where cuisine becomes a way to understand tradition, lifestyle, and daily life. My experiences are designed for culturally curious, well-traveled international guests seeking depth rather than spectacle. Please note that I can easily arrange transportation for every tour, if you need and it's not yet included. I am a licensed tour leader since 1995. I am a licensed tourist guide since 2010. I studied languages, arts and history. I do not have any restrictions in regard to my guiding, I can offer a full range of experiences. I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.
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Discover the refined soul of Renaissance on a tour designed for art lovers and culturally curious travelers Away from crowded attractions this Milan art and architecture experience reveals hidden gems discreet facades and masterpieces that shaped the artistic identity of the city The tour begins at Ca Granda the impressive XV century hospital and today home to the University Its elegant courtyards and red brick decoration express the ideals of Renaissance architecture while the lively presence of students creates a vibrant link between past and present You will then step inside St. Satiro where Bramante created one of the most astonishing perspective illusions of Renaissance transforming limited space into pure visual perfection The experience ends at St. Maurizio often called the Sistine Chapel of Milan Surrounded by extraordinary frescoes by painters influenced by Leonardo you will feel immersed in the spiritual and artistic atmosphere of Renaissance discovering a deeper authentic side of the city
Paola is an excellent guide and we had two wonderful days with her. This tour was so interesting, from the very old St Ambrogio’s, St Lorenzo’s and St. Eustorgio Basilica to the extensive Brera Art Gallery. She arranged a wonderful lunch break. Her knowledge about these sites is extensive and her explanations were insightful and informative. I highly recommend her and this tour!
Thank you to our guide Barbara. She was so flexible for this group of 9. They really enjoyed her company, her delivery - and her introduction to Milan. She is an adaptable guide who fitted easily into my group's expectations. It was a real pleasure to explore with her.
Paola did a wonderful job. Her use of English was great. Her knowledge of Milan, especially art and architecture, is exceptional. Highly recommended.
For our tour we were looking for some small stores with unique items; we were able to discover just that! Wonderful time.
Paola gave us a memorable tour of the lesser known sites in Milan. She was very knowledgeable about everyplace we visited and was very flexible in dealing with our requests during the tour (e.g, taking a break fora refreshment). We highly recommend her!
Paola was a great guide and this is off the beaten-path look at some less visited gems of Milano! She comes highly recommended - make sure you have your walking shoes on!
- Ca' Granda, the privious ancient hospital of XV century, now University - Church of Santa Maria presso San Satiro - Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore or church of St. Bernardino alle Ossa This tour can be done on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturaday afernoon. The order of the itinarary may be different in order to cope with the opening times. Itinerary may be flexible if you like, please contact me if you have any special request.
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Milan, Lombardy, Italy
ByGuide: At the main entrance of the University, via Festa del Perdono 7 or by the main door of the Duomo or by the nearby subway line (line 3 Yellow stop Missori)
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