Things to do in Milan

Nat Geo Day Tour: In Verdi's Footsteps

Giuseppe Verdi is celebrated as one of the most influential opera composers of the 19th century, and his work still enjoys great popularity today. Among his best-known operas are La Traviata, Rigoletto and Aida, each telling a very different story but all offering dramatic music and emotional intensity. Taking a tour of Verdi's Milan spotlights his musical genius and reveals his fierce dedication to becoming a maestro of Italian Opera. Discover the legacy he left in Milan, a city he both loved and loathed, with a visit to the Fondazione Giuseppe Verdi, the house that the Opera maestro built to host retired artists and musicians. Here, you'll get a close up look at the life of Verdi and his wife, including their personal belongings, furnishings, art collections, and their final resting places. Next on the itinerary is an opportunity to meet the current residents of Casa Verdi, many of whom are internationally acclaimed artists, and listen to their extraordinary life stories. You are also invited to attend an exclusive performance for National Geographic travellers by one of the residents. Your penultimate stop is La Scala Theatre. Visit the museum and find out the behind-the-scenes anecdotes about Verdi's relationship with the theatre. At the end of the tour, you'll follow in Verdi's footsteps and take a break at Grand Hotel et de Milan, where Verdi lived for 27 years and in fact, where he took his last breath.

Nat Geo Day Tour: Handmade in Milan

Explore Isola district's heritage and get behind-the-scenes access to artisan workshops, from furniture restoration and violin making to handmade clothing and ethical jewelry – plus a trattoria lunch.

Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper guided tour with local expert guide

Book a guided tour of the Last Supper in Milan to discover the mysteries hidden behind one of the most important works ever!

Duomo Cathedral private tour with a local guide

Discover the Duomo of Milan with a private local guide! Visit the cathedral, explore the crypt and reach the rooftop to admire the breathtaking view of the city.

Navigli Canals of Milan private walking tour with a local guide

Discover the Navigli Canals of Milan with a private local guide, enjoy a nice walk along the canals admiring the hidden gems, visit the Portinari Chapel and discover the most picturesque and historical corners of Milan.

Exclusive guided tour of Milan with La Scala, Duomo Square and the Galleria

Book an exclusive tour of Milan city center, visit La Scala Theatre and its museum and explore Piazza del Duomo and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele.

Duomo Cathedral guided tour for small groups

Join this unforgettable visit at the Duomo and take in the magnificence of this amazing city! Skip the long queue and visit the beautiful Cathedral.

Milan walking tour with Last Supper entrance tickets

Discover the beauty of Milan and visit the Last Supper: you'll admire the Teatro alla Scala, the Duomo, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and more.

Tickets for Rocca di Angera

Take a step back in time to the Middle Ages in the Rocca di Angera. Visit the historical halls, the garden, and the Doll and Toy Museum, the largest in Europe.

"Magic along the water", online exploration game in Milan Navigli

Discover Milan Navigli living an adventure on your smartphone. Explore Basilica di Sant'Eustorgio, Ponte Alda Merini and Arco di Porta Ticinese and hidden places

"The art thief" online exploration game in Milan Brera

Explore Milan Brera with this exploration game. Be the legendary art thief "The Shadow", discover Fontana dei Baci, Palazzo Cusani, Palazzo di Brera and much more

World audio guide with TravelMate app

Make the most of your time in 33 cities around the world with this TravelMate app on your smartphone. Listen to detailed audio commentaries in your language.