Private tour in Milan Paola R

Private tour in Milan of 1920s and 1930s about architecture and Italian Art of XX century

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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

Step into the elegant Milan of the 1920s and 1930s on this private walking tour focused on architecture and modern art in the refined Porta Venezia district, one of the most prestigious residential areas of Milan. The experience includes a visit to Villa Necchi Campiglio, a masterpiece of Italian Rationalist architecture designed in the 1930s by architect Piero Portaluppi. Surrounded by a quiet private garden in the historic city center, the villa preserves original interiors, refined furnishings, and an exceptional art collection featuring important Italian artists of the 20th century. Walking through the Porta Venezia neighborhood, you will admire elegant Art Nouveau and Art Deco buildings, discovering architectural details that reveal Milan’s modern identity. The tour concludes with a visit to Casa Boschi Di Stefano, a remarkable historic apartment displaying one of the most significant private collections of Italian 20th century art, with paintings, sculptures, and drawings by leading modern masters

Your Milan tour itinerary

- villa Necchi Campiglio - walking in the neighborhood during the way to get to Casa Boschi Di Stefano you'll admire early XX century architecture - Casa Boschi Di Stefano

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Transport details
Type: Walking

It's a walking tour. As the locations are not so near to the Duomo (about a couple of stops of the subway), you may need to use taxi or subway to reach the meeting place.

What's included
Private Guide
Tickets: Admittance tickets
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Private Transportation
Tastings
Private Transportation With Driver
Equipment
Public Transportation
Classes Workshop
Accommodation
Services
Meeting location

14 Via Mozart, Milano, Lombardia, 20122, Italy

I'll be at the entrance gate in the street with a board with "Toursbylocals" written on it.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
Art And Culture
City Highlights
History
Tour reference number
1406651
Languages
English
French
Italian
Activity level
Moderate

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Who is this private tour in Milano best suited for?

This private tour in Milano is perfect for travellers interested in architecture and Italian art from the 1920s and 1930s. It's ideal for those who want to explore the elegant Porta Venezia district and visit significant sites like Villa Necchi Campiglio and Casa Boschi Di Stefano. If you're looking to connect with a local expert like Paola R. for deeper insights into Milan's modern identity, this tour is a great choice.

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