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Navigli Canals of Milan private walking tour with a local guide

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$47.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, Italian, French, German

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: up to 2 hours

Wheelchair accessible

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Entrance Fees Included

Private Tour

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Why you’ll love this…

Enjoy a fully dedicated private discovering the Navigli canals of Milan
Explore a unique off the beaten path part of Milan, filled with charming stories and unique treasures
Discover the most picturesque and historical corners of Milan

What to expect

The Navigli canals are a magical place, where time seems to have stopped! Treat yourself to a guided stroll to discover one of the most fascinating stories of Milan and have fun in the most sparkling district of the city.

This experience is part of STEP, a selection of walking tours designed as a way to discover a destination in more depth, finding hidden gems, meeting the locals and exploring off the beaten path.

The tour will start from the Basilica of St. Eustorgio, a 4th-century Christian church, where you will visit the Ark of the Magi, a large sarcophagus which, according to the legend, houses the relics of the three Magi, and Portinari Chapel. While walking along the new dock towards the Naviglio Pavese and the Naviglio Grande, your guide will provide you with explanations and anecdotes of the canal network, the contribution of Leonardo da Vinci, the commercial activities from the Middle Ages to the 19th century, the faces of yesterday and today of the Ticinese district, and its musical traditions and sports.

During your walk, you will feel a unique atmosphere that only the Navigli area can create, a mixture of old, new and stylish ambience. You will also visit one of the most picturesque and historical corners of Milan: Vicolo dei Lavandai (Alley of the laundress) and you will learn all the washerwomen’s tricks of the job and visit the courtyard of a typical Milanese 'banister house'.

What's included

2-hour private tour
Friendly and local guide
Entrance fees to the Portinari Chapel
Headset to listen clearly to your guide

Where

Piazza Sant'Eustorgio, 3, 20122, Milano MI, Italy

Meeting point:

Meet your destination insider /in front of Basilica of St. Eustorgio, 10 minutes before the departure of the tour. Your guide will be holding a Musement sign for better recognition.

What to remember

This walking tour allows you to explore the city from a local perspective and in a sustainable way. Remember that it involves a fair amount of walking
Walking distance: 2-2.5 Km
This is a private tour for a group of up to 10 guests. Tell the guide what you want and let them focus on your interests

Provider

rodolfo@musement.com

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Anonymous
From United States of America - October 2023

Average
Overall rated
3/5

La guida: Interessante e simpatica, ma poco di nuovo sui navigli. Per esempio approfondire la vita si bordi dei navigli, gli artigiani, trasporto di m ...
Anonymous
From United States of America - July 2022

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Bellissima atmosfera, anche se faceva caldissimo e veramente meravigliosa esperienza. La guida è stata veramente gentile, brava e preparata. Tour supe ...
Anonymous
From Italy - May 2022

Great
Overall rated
4/5
Anonymous
- April 2018

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Was good and interesting.
Anonymous
- March 2018

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Esperienza super
Anonymous
- March 2018

Great
Overall rated
4/5

Hay que ir por lo menos una vez en la vida. ¡Visita de 10!

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