Best of Milan by Night with Rooftop "Aperitivo" and Appetizers

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Discover the very best of Milan on this incredible sunset stroll covering its top monuments, as well as its amazing secrets and hidden corners. In just 2.5 hours you’ll get to know Milan in a nutshell and more, thanks to the captivating stories your local expert guide provides on the history and legends that make it so exceptional, all in the intimacy of a small group of just 15 people or fewer.

On this tour you’ll get to sip on a Spritz or a glass of Prosecco as the sun goes down and the city lights up for another evening of style and sophistication, as it includes one of Milan’s most famous pastimes – the “aperitivo”. Enjoy this famous Italian pre-dinner drink with appetizers for any fancy as you soak up the atmosphere at one of the city’s top venues. You’ll rub shoulders with the Milanese themselves and be able to take in stunning views from a rooftop terrace overlooking the skyline of the city’s historic center. This is truly Milan at its finest!

Meet your guide in the heart of Milan in Piazza del Duomo in the shadow of one of the most impressive examples of Gothic architecture in Europe, Milan Cathedral. Often referred to simply as the “Duomo”, it is the second largest church in Italy after St. Peter’s. The imposing edifice took over 6 centuries to complete and its countless spires are sure to leave an impression on you. In his book “Innocents Abroad”, Mark Twain gave it a chapter of its own, describing it as “So grand, so solemn, so vast! And yet so delicate, so airy, so graceful!”.

Our next stop is the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a dazzling 19th century glass vaulted shopping arcade. Brimming with fashionable shops and cafés, it is often called the “Drawing Room of Milan” for its importance as a common meeting point. Passing through the gallery we arrive at Piazza della Scala, the square which houses the world renowned Scala Theatre, which has been Milan’s Opera House since 1778. Some of the greatest musicians, singers and composers in history have performed here, most notably Giuseppe Verdi, whose famous operas, such as Falstaff, often premiered on its influential stage.

Next, you’ll go through the Brera District. Rich in historic buildings, literary cafés, restaurants and fashionable bars, this area has long been home to artists and intellectuals alike. Winding picturesque streets will lead you north to Sforza Castle, where your guide will tell bewitching tales of this imposing medieval castle and fortress, once the residence of Milan’s ruling family and now housing several of the city's museums and art collections. At night the battlements are awash in rays of evocative light, making it the perfect ending note in the symphony that is the city of Milan.

Take this opportunity to combine Milan’s top sights with the unrepeatable chance to enjoy an “aperitivo” in true Milanese style, to see why this dynamic city takes so much of the Italian limelight.

Meeting/pick-up point: The meeting point is under the arches of the Mondadori shop (written in MONDADORI on the sign), which is on the right hand side of Piazza del Duomo when facing the front entrance (façade) of the Cathedral.
Arriving by metro or tram: Piazza del Duomo is reachable by metro lines 1 (red) and 3 (yellow) and tram numbers 2, 3, 12, 19 and 27. The stop is “Duomo.” When exiting from the metro, the "via Torino" and “via Mazzini" exits are the closest to Mondadori, but any exit will lead you to the piazza itself where you will see the Cathedral. When facing the front (façade) of the Cathedral, the Mondadori shop will be under the arched walkway on the right.
Arriving by taxi: notify the driver to take you to Piazza del Duomo. Once in the piazza, face the front entrance (façade) of the Cathedral. The Mondadori shop will be under the arched walkway on the right.
Duration: 2.5 hours.
Start/opening time: At 7:30pm. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour departs.
Drop-off location: Outside the Sforza Castle.
Languages: English.
Dress code: Please note that the dress code for the aperitivo portion of the tour is smart casual. The restaurant does not permit athletic or sports uniforms, torn clothing, slippers, beach sandals, and flip-flops. Gentlemen must avoid shorts, and open shoes. However, comfortable shoes are recommended considering that there is a fair amount of walking during the walking part of the tour. City Wonders cannot be held responsible for refused entry due to improper dress.
Others: It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated and missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.
Our guides will have a sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.
This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours.
The participation on this tour will be denied to any guest under the influence of drugs or alcohol or to any guest whose behavior is disorderly, or poses a threat to other guests or staff.
Please inform us in advance of the tour of any special dietary requirements.
In the evening the Cathedral is always closed, and a full explanation will be always given from outside.