Walking Tour in Milan

Walking Tour in Milan

This walking tour in Milan begins at Sant’Ambrogio Church, a basilica founded by Saint Ambrose in the 4th century and linked to the early Christian history of the city. The route continues through the historic center toward the Duomo di Milano, whose construction started in 1386, and passes through areas such as the Brera District, which developed around the Academy of Fine Arts founded in the 18th century.

Highlights

• Explore Sforzesco Castle, a historic fortress that once housed the rulers of Milan, and learn about its role in the city’s past.

• Enjoy the charm of Brera, a district known for its artistic heritage, and take in the view of the Brera Art Gallery from the outside.

• Experience the grandeur of the Duomo di Milano, one of the largest and most famous Gothic cathedrals in the world.

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the main entrance of Sant’Ambrogio Church.

Itinerary

Start in front of Sant’Ambrogio Church, one of the oldest churches in Milan, founded in the 4th century by Saint Ambrose, the patron saint of the city. Walk through streets that reflect the early development of Milan as a religious and political center. Continue toward the historic core, where the Duomo di Milano stands as the cathedral of the Archdiocese of Milan, with construction that began in 1386 and continued for centuries. Nearby, enter the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a covered shopping arcade built between 1865 and 1877 that connects Piazza del Duomo with Piazza della Scala.