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Discover Milan Cathedral and Sforza Castle on a guided tour, exploring the cathedral's Gothic architecture and the castle's Renaissance history.
Join an enchanting journey to discover two absolute symbols of Milan, captivated by the breathtaking grandeur of Milan Cathedral and the powerful history of Sforza Castle, on a guided tour that weaves together art, history and emotion. The experience begins in the vibrant Piazza del Duomo, where the majestic Gothic Cathedral rises in all its splendour, continuing together with a professional guide who reveals fascinating anecdotes and surprising details.
The tour explores Milan Cathedral, one of the most extraordinary examples of Gothic architecture in the world, admiring its unmistakable spires and the more than 3,000 statues that adorn this incredible masterpiece, as well as its interior with colourful stained-glass windows and sculptures. Ascending to the Duomo Terraces, you'll enjoy breathtaking views over the city and observe up close the famous Madonnina, the beloved symbol of Milan, while learning that the construction of the Cathedral lasted over six centuries.
The itinerary continues with a pleasant walk toward Sforza Castle, an imposing symbol of Renaissance power, passing through Piazza Mercanti and Via Dante to reach Piazza Castello. Here, you'll relive the era of the Sforza dynasty, exploring walls, bastions and defensive structures, and admiring masterpieces by legendary artists such as Michelangelo, with his Rondanini Pietà, and Leonardo da Vinci.
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Additional information
● Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour departure time
● This tour requires a minimum of 2 pax to operate. If the minimum is not reached, refunds or alternative dates will be offered
● At the time of formalizing the reservation it is you must choose private tour or shared group tour
● Please note that the tour in Spanish can only be provided with private service
● Not accessible in wheelchair
● Comfortable clothing and footwear is recommended depending on weather conditions
● In order to facilitate the supervision of the authorities of public security for access to the Cathedral, tourists are invited to empty their pockets of metal and glass objects and to open their bags. We also inform you that it is It is forbidden to enter the Cathedral with helmets, glass objects and luggage
● We invite guests to wear appropriate clothing to enter religious places (knees and shoulders must be covered). Please do not wear sports shirts
● Access to the Terraces is by elevator, while the descent is on foot via stairs (approximately 250 steps)
Inclusions
✔ Small groups (maximum 15 participants) in Italian/English, or private groups in Spanish, English or Italian, depending on the option selected when formalizing the booking
✔ Entrance tickets for the Castle and the Duomo
✔ Access to the Duomo's roof terraces
✔ Certified tour guide (in the selected language)
✔ Headphones from 6 participants
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pick up and return service
✖ Transfer to and from the meeting point
✖ Tickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Any other unspecified service
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellations after this time limit or no show, no refund provided.
Meeting point
In front of Mondadori Megastore (Piazza del Duomo 1, Milan)