Milan: Last Supper, Duomo & Small Group Walking Tour

Summary

Walk Milan’s heart from Da Vinci’s Last Supper to the Duomo

You’ll join a tiny group (max 6) for a walking tour across Milan’s soul—quiet moments with Da Vinci’s Last Supper, vivid frescoes at San Maurizio, lively city streets, and a final pause beneath the Duomo’s spires. Expect laughter, real stories from your guide, and space to let it all sink in.

What’s the experience like?

I’d been to Milan before, but never like this. There’s something about standing in front of the Last Supper—just six of us in that quiet room at Santa Maria delle Grazie—that made me feel oddly shy. Our guide, Chiara, whispered little details about Leonardo’s brushwork while I tried not to stare too hard or too long. I caught a faint smell of old stone and maybe varnish? Hard to say. The silence felt thick, like everyone was holding their breath at once. I didn’t expect to feel so small in front of a painting.

Afterwards we wandered through the city—past bikes rattling over cobblestones, people waving hands as they talked (Milanese gestures are their own language), and into San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore. The colors inside were wild—deep blues and golds everywhere you looked. Chiara told us stories about Santa Caterina; I only half-followed because my eyes kept drifting up to the ceiling frescoes. There was a coolness in the air that made it feel almost outside, even though we were surrounded by centuries-old walls.

Piazza degli Affari was next—a total mood shift with its modern buzz and that giant middle finger statue (Il Dito). We laughed about it; apparently locals have strong feelings about art here. The day trip through Milan felt like flipping between eras—one minute Bramante’s clever tricks at San Satiro had us peering sideways at walls that weren’t really there, the next we were out in blinding sunlight heading for the Duomo. Standing in Piazza del Duomo, looking up at all those spires, I just sort of stopped talking for a bit. You know when you’re hit by how much time has passed through one place? Still think about that view sometimes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Milan's art and architecture

• Start at Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie
• Admire Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper
• Visit Piazza degli Affari financial district
• See San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore frescoes
• Walk through San Satiro church
• End at Milan Duomo and Piazza del Duomo

Top questions

How many people are on this Milan walking tour?

The tour is semi-private with a maximum of 6 people per group.

Does this tour include entry to see the Last Supper?

Yes, privileged access to Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper is included.

Where does the Milan walking tour start?

The tour begins at Santa Maria delle Grazie convent in central Milan.

Is lunch included on this day trip?

No lunch is included; the tour focuses on art and landmarks.

Are tickets for the Duomo included?

The tour includes an exterior explanation of the Duomo from Piazza del Duomo but does not include interior tickets.

What churches will we visit besides the Duomo?

You’ll visit San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore and San Satiro church during the walk.

Is hotel pickup available for this Milan tour?

No hotel pickup; you meet your guide at Santa Maria delle Grazie.

How long does this walking tour last?

The exact duration isn’t specified but covers several major sites within central Milan on foot.

Do I need ID for entry to any sites?

Yes, all participants must bring valid photo ID (original or copy).

What’s included

Your day includes semi-private group access (max 6), all entry tickets including privileged admission to see The Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci, guided walks through San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore and San Satiro church, plus lively stories from your expert local guide as you explore Milan’s historic center together on foot.