Top Milan Castles

Florence is not the only Renaissance city in Italy. You can still find some traces of that period in Milan as well! Unveil the last masterpiece from Michelangelo right in Sforza Castle, located in the heart of Milan. A few steps away from Duomo, the Cathedral, one of the most beautiful piece of art is resting: Pietà Rondanini by Michelangelo. He did this amazing sculpture when he was 89 years old, only a few days before his death. But it is not all about Michelangelo! Have you ever heard about his friend Leonardo Da Vinci? During the 1.5-hour guided experience with our monolingual guide you will hear many stories about him as well. Finally, every secret of the Castle is going to take life: visit the courtyard and the interior of the Castle and learn about Milan’ powerful families.

If you are looking for the symbols of Milan, located in its very city center you are in the right place: the Cathedral, as known as Duomo, and Sforza Castle. Let your guide lead you throughout the enchanting history behind the Complex. Mosaics, colorful windows, statues and pieces of art are gonna taking life during your experience. Unveil the last masterpiece from Michelangelo right in Sforza Castle. A few steps away from Duomo, one of the most beautiful pieces of art is resting: Pietà Rondanini by Michelangelo. He did this amazing sculpture when he was 89 years old, only a few days before his death. But it is not all about Michelangelo! Have you ever heard about his friend Leonardo Da Vinci? During the guided experience you will hear many stories about him as well.

See what the 16th-century mansions of Milanese nobleman were like with a trip to the Bagatti Valsecchi Museum in Milan. This once private home is now a museum filled with furniture, paintings, tapestries, weapons, textiles, and more from the Italian Renaissance period. Stroll through the opulent hallways of the mansion and see masterpieces from the era.

Discover the long history of the Sforza Castle with this 2.5-hour walking tour tailored for children and families. Learn about the Visconti and Sforza families who built this Castle and made it one of the richest and most impressive courts in Europe. See the unfinished Pietà by Michelangelo and the Sala delle Asse, decorated by Leonardo Da Vinci. Visit the Ducal Courtyard, the Spanish Hospital, and walk along the largest green area of the city centre, Parco Sempione, towards the Arch of Peace where you will finish your visit. Your kid-friendly guide will involve all the family in a fun and interactive tour with an amazing treasure hunt. Your children will be bewitched and won’t forget this experience for longtime!

Discover Milan’s history on a family-friendly tour of the Sforza Castle. This tour is designed for children to stay engaged and happy as you wander through the castle grounds and see the Ducal courtyard, the Spanish hospital, the Sala delle Asse designed by Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo’s “Pieta.” Learn about the castle’s secrets from your guide and end the tour at Parco Sempione and the Arch of Peace.

Some of the great masterpieces of artists like Raphael, Mantegna, Modigliani, Van Dyck, Rembrandt and many others are housed in the splendid Pinacoteca of Brera,  and there is no better way to fully appreciate them than in the company of an expert guide. Your very knowledgeable guide will introduce you to the many details that without their insight you would miss; portraits will be revealed in all their splendour and will truly come to life. The gallery visit will be followed by a leisurely stroll through the narrow alleyways of the Brera district, the most appreciated district by tourists and posh locals. Then, continue  towards the Sforza Castle for a visit to its marvellous courtyards. Home of the two most important Milanese families in History, the Visconti and the Sforza In this castle great people like Leonardo and Michelangelo haveleft thier mark, Ths tour cannot be missed!

Explore Milan’s grand Renaissance castle right in the middle of the city during a 2-hour guided tour. The Sforza Castle has been a symbol of the city for centuries and was once home to the powerful Visconti and Sforza families. Learn about the castle’s rich history and its various restorations from fortress to barracks to a private residence to a cultural center as you walk around and admire the grounds.