Ambrosiana Museum and Library (Veneranda Biblioteca Ambrosiana) Attractions & Things to do

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Milan from a unique perspective! Get to know Milan on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all!

Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Milan at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Sforza Castle, Duomo, Piazza della Scala, and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included.

Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. All our tours are carbon-neutral.

Please be aware that Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore is open only Wednesday-Sunday until 5 pm
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

Sneak through the dark streets of Milan on a 2-hour Ghost Tour and listen to spooky stories of murders, witches, ghosts and spectres that creep through the city’s back alleys after dusk. Enjoy a spine-tingling walk from the apparently quite neighbourhood of Porta Venezia to the area called Colonne di San Lorenzo.
Duration: 2 hours.

Admire the collections of the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, including iconic works such as Caravaggio's Fruit Basket, Raphael's Cardboard for the Athens School, Brueghel's Vase of Flowers and Leonardo da Vinci's Portrait of a Musician. Visit the library's 17th-century reading room, with original drawings of Leonardo da Vinci's Atlantic Codex.
Next, visit the Crypt of San Sepolcro, a medieval underground church, whose paving was made using the ancient stones of the Roman city of Mediolanum: a real journey into the heart of Milan and through the history of the city!

Duration: 90 to 120 minutes.

Enjoy the best of Milan with the Milan Pass, a city pass valid for 48 or 72 hours. Gain free admission to nine top city attractions and enjoy a host of discounts. Choose a standard Milan Pass and enjoy a hop-on hop-off tour or upgrade to a full pass to take advantage of the public transportation as well.

Duration: 2 days.

See the original notes and drawings of Leonardo da Vinci's Codex Atlanticus, in the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, Milan. The entry ticket includes access to both the museum and the exhibition, where pages from the artist’s notebook are given pride of place. Visit the ancient library where the Codex Atlanticus is stored, and admire art by Caravaggio, Raphael, Titian, and more. Allow yourself 1.5 hours for a visit.

Duration: 1 to 2 hours.

See Milan through the eyes of Leonardo da Vinci! Learn about the Italian Renaissance while exploring the Old Town with a Private Guide. Extended options: see Leonardo’s works at the Ambrosian Library and the Leonardo3 Museum.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests.

2-hour: Leonardo Tour
Join this private tour to discover the legacy of Leonardo da Vinci in Milan Old Town. See the Duomo, San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore and Santa Maria delle Grazie (outside only).

3,5-hour: Leonardo Tour & Ambrosian Library
Join this private tour to visit the Ambrosian Library and discover the legacy of Leonardo da Vinci in Milan Old Town. See the Duomo and Santa Maria delle Grazie (outside only).

4-5 hour: Leonardo Tour, Ambrosian Library, Leonardo3 Museum
Join this private tour to visit the Leonardo3 Museum and the Ambrosian Library and discover the legacy of Leonardo da Vinci in Milan Old Town.
Duration: 2 to 5 hours.

Discover Milan with the YesMilano City Pass, including entry tickets to over 10 exciting attractions and museums, plus 3 days of unlimited travel on trams, buses and metro lines.

This pass further includes a hop-on hop-off bus tour, valid for 24 hours, so you can enjoy further sightseeing from a new perspective.

Choose between the standard option or the all-inclusive one (including all premium museums) based on your needs.

Use your pass to easily reserve your skip-the-line entry ticket to the Duomo - Milan's most iconic and photographed landmark. Admire the history of the city as you enter the spectacular Sforza Castle, and enjoy a fun day out to the Civic Aquarium - plus much more.

Hop-on the open-top tour bus for panoramic views of Milan's most treasured sites and eye-catching architectures, all the whilst enjoying several digital audio guides that illustrate the cities fascinating history and culture.
Duration: 1 to 3 days.

1.5-hours private walking tour with our official local guide through one of the most beautiful museums in Milan.

The meeting point is in front of the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana a few steps from the Duomo. Our guide will take you to discover one of the most beautiful Renaissance art collections in Italy, created in the 16th century by Cardinal Borromeo. In addition to the masterpieces of Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Caravaggio, Tiziano and Bottticielli, listen to the story of one of the most beautiful buildings in Milan.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

You'll join one of our local Milan hosts to explore the city’s vibrant and extensive art scene. View masterpieces by artists such as Raphael and Caravaggio at the Pinacoteca di Brera and step into a different world as you witness several of Europe's most historically significant art movements everywhere. Enjoy the city's beautiful Liberty-style architecture and visit famous contemporary art galleries.
Within 24 hours after booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Duration: 4 hours.

Discover the best of Milan on this tour, traversing the city with your guide to see its most renowned sites. Begin your journey at the Pinacoteca di Brera, the main public gallery for paintings in Milan, where you can admire masterpieces of art. Continue to the Bosco Verticale, a pair of residential towers adorned with more than 900 trees on terraces, showcasing innovative design and sustainable living. As you explore Milan's highlights, you'll pass by notable landmarks such as the UniCredit Tower, Porta Garibaldi, and the modern Piazza Gae Aulenti. Marvel at the Basilica of San Simpliciano and soak in the atmosphere of local life at N'Ombra de Vin. Discover the historic Chiesa di Santa Maria Incoronata and admire the architecture of Piazza Mercanti. Your tour will also take you past cultural sites like the SUPER Milano and the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, offering a comprehensive view of Milan's rich cultural heritage.

Duration: 2 hours.

Enjoy an efficient, one-day tour of Milan accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced English Speaking guide!

Milan is Italy's bustling fashion capital, famous for its stunning architecture, luxury shopping, and rich cultural heritage. With iconic landmarks like the Duomo, La Scala, and world-class museums, the city offers a vibrant mix of art, history, and modern life.

You won’t need to stick to a fixed itinerary or be herded around like a large group tour. Instead, you can mix in with locals and travel efficiently between sites with your small, private group and guide.

Your guide will also tell you more than any guidebook. There are layers of history in Paris. Visit places like Piazza del Duomo, the beautiful Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and more.

Duration: 4 hours.