Historical Guided Walking Tour of the Navigli of Milan

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It may seem absurd but once Milan was a city of water and the Navigli district is what remains of this particular past.

Walking along the Darsena (the ancient port) and along part of the Naviglio Grande and Pavese, you will get to know the history and all the curiosities related to this characteristic area.

The pedestrian areas, which were once used to dock boats today are the hub of the Milanese nightlife, full of pubs and restaurants where you can enjoy the classic Milanese aperitif!

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Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Milano, Italy
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours



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It may seem absurd but once Milan was a city of water and the Navigli district is what remains of this particular past.

Walking along the Darsena (the ancient port) and along part of the Naviglio Grande and Pavese, you will get to know the history and all the curiosities related to this characteristic area.

The pedestrian areas, which were once used to dock boats today are the hub of the Milanese nightlife, full of pubs and restaurants where you can enjoy the classic Milanese aperitif!

Itinerary
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Pass By: Darsena, 21022 Milan Italy

We will walk along the Darsena, the ancient port of Milan, crossing its market and its numerous pubs.

Pass By: Porta Ticinese, Piazza XXIV Maggio, 20123 Milan Italy

We will admire one of the six ancient gates of Milan, Porta Ticinese and the monumental oak of Piazza XXIV Maggio, a monumental tree planted 120 years ago in honor of the fallen of the First World War.

Pass By: Naviglio Grande, 21015 Milan Italy

We will walk in the magical atmosphere of the Naviglio Grande famous for its nocturnal vitality, its vintage shops and its magical atmosphere.

Pass By: Vicolo dei Lavandai, Vicolo Privato dei Lavandai, 20144 Milan Italy

Here you can see the characteristic Vicolo dei Lavandai, where the ladies of the past used to wash their clothes is a place rich in memory, which has remained intact over the years.

Pass By: Ponte Alda Merini, Ripa di Porta Ticinese 47 Alzaia Naviglio Grande Ang. Via Corsico, 20143 Milan Italy

The stone bridge, built in 1531, is now dedicated to the famous Poetess Alda Merini, who fell in love with the Navigli district where she lived, who died in 2009.

Pass By: Chiesa di San Cristoforo sul Naviglio, Via San Cristoforo 3, 20144 Milan Italy

Here you can admire the characteristic Church of San Cristoforo, built in the thirteenth century, one of the most famous and fascinating places of worship in Milan.



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