The Empire and Art Tour of Milan with Self Guided Mobile App
Discover the stories behind Milan’s most iconic landmarks with this self-guided walking tour that brings the city’s rich past to life. From the medieval walls of Sforza Castle to the ancient Roman ruins, explore how Milan rose from a Celtic village to a Roman capital and Renaissance powerhouse. Walk through the heart of the city, where merchants once traded in Piazza Mercanti, and stand in awe before the magnificent Duomo di Milano, uncovering the secrets of its architecture, sculptures, and the famous entrance doors. Along the way, learn how Leonardo da Vinci left his mark on the city — not just through art, but engineering too. The tour wraps up at the legendary La Scala Theatre, where the magic of Milanese opera lives on. With audio narration, offline maps, and rich storytelling, this tour lets you explore at your own pace — no schedules, no crowds. Just you, Milan, and its timeless stories. Book now and start walking through history!
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The Empire and Art Tour of Milan with Self Guided Mobile App
What's included in The Empire and Art Tour of Milan with Self Guided Mobile App
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Start your journey at the iconic Sforza Castle, Milan’s historic fortress. Discover why it was built and how a powerful Duke brought Leonardo da Vinci to the city.
Imperial Palace MaximianPass-by Only
Step into the ruins of Milan’s Roman Imperial Palace and uncover the legacy of Emperor Maximian. Discover how Milan rose to power as the capital of the Western Roman Empire.
Piazza MercantiPass-by Only
Explore Milan’s old market square, once the bustling heart of medieval trade. Learn about the customs, traditions, and daily life that shaped the city’s commercial past.
Inclusions
- In-app map for navigation, images and text so you can follow along with ease
- 1 year access to tour through a Smartphone (iphone and android) app. Link to app sent post booking
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Human tour guide at location
- The castle museum entry requires an entry fee
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- This is a self-guided audio tour. Start the tour at your convenience from the designated starting point using your phone. You will need to download the "Tourific self-guided tours" app. Links and tour codes will be sent in a separate email by us with detailed instructions.
End Points
- The tour ends in front of the La Scala theatre
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Ticket Redemption
- You will need to download the "Tourific self guided tours" app from the Google play store or App store - You will receive an email and SMS from Tourific self guided tours with a link to the app, a unique access code (1 per person), and instructions post booking. Please check spam or search for "tourific" in your inbox if you cannot find the email. - Enter the unique code in the app's tour code section and register to download your tour - Download the tour on your device beforehand and use headphones for the best experience - The tour follows a set route that we recommend that you follow. Once the tour is downloaded, the introduction will guide you to your starting point - Change of plans? Enjoy the tour on a different day or from home
