A Tour through the Architectural History of Milan

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Provided by: Rafael Monti
Duration
3 hours
Meeting point
Palazzo Imperiale di Massiminiano
Languages
Spanish
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Overview

From the period when Milan was the capital of the Roman Empire to the 1970s, we will make nine stops in which, always taking an emblematic building as an example, I will tell you the main concepts so you can understand which artistic and architectural style best represented each era. If you are passionate about architecture or just want to enjoy more of Milan, this tour is for you!

For more details, here is the list of buildings and periods you will visit and discover on this tour:
1. Palazzo Imperiale Massimiano (Roman period)
2. San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore (Renaissance period)
3. Castello Sforzesco (military architecture)
4. San Giuseppe Sanctuary (Baroque)
5. Teatro alla Scala (Neoclassical)
6. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele (industrial architecture)
7. Duomo of Milan (Gothic and Neo-Gothic period)
8. Museo del Novecento (Fascist period)
9. Torre Velasca (postwar period)
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:

  • Palazzo Imperiale di Massimiano
  • Velasca Tower
  • Museo del Novecento
  • Duomo di Milano
  • Sforzesco Castle
  • Chiesa di Santa Maria presso San Satiro
  • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
  • Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore
  • San Giuseppe
  • Teatro alla Scala

Meeting point

Palazzo Imperiale di Massiminiano

On arrival

The meeting point will be at the Palazzo Imperiale di Massiminiano. The guide with the red umbrella.

Things to note

Groups of up to 5 people can be booked. For larger groups, please contact me privately.
Please arrive 10 minutes early to be able to start the tour on time.
It is recommended that a bottle of water be brought to refill at the different fountains in the city.

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Guide
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Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

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