Private tour in Milan Paola R

Private Renaissance Walking Tour of Milan

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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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Overview of your Milan tour

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

Your Milan tour itinerary

- 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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Transport details
Type: Walking

It's a walking tour.

What's included
Other: - Visit of hidden sites in the city center
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. - No transportation is included, but upon request that can be provided - At the moment visitors are required to show their personal documents (Identity Card or Passport) and Vaccination card or Green Pass, and to wear a ffp2 mask to go inside any attraction
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

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)

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Architecture
Tour reference number
407230
Languages
English
French
Italian
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
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Who is this private tour in Milan best suited for?

This private Renaissance Walking Tour of Milan is perfect for art lovers and culturally curious travellers. It's designed to reveal hidden gems and masterpieces that shaped the artistic identity of Milan, making it ideal for those who want to explore beyond the crowded attractions and connect with the city's refined Renaissance soul.

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Hours icon 3 hours
Walking
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