Milan: Last Supper tour with San Maurizio & local guide

Summary

Walk Milan’s quiet streets to see Da Vinci’s masterpiece up close

You’ll join a small group in Milan to see Da Vinci’s Last Supper with a local guide who brings history to life. Skip-the-line entry means no waiting around, and you’ll also explore San Maurizio church’s hidden frescoes after a peaceful walk through city streets — moments you’ll remember long after leaving Milan.

What’s the experience like?

“You know, Leonardo was always late,” our guide Marco said, grinning as he waved us toward the Santa Maria delle Grazie. I liked him right away — he had that Milanese way of shrugging at history, like it’s just part of the neighborhood. The morning was cool and the street outside smelled faintly of espresso and rain on stone. We gathered in a small group, listening as Marco explained why the Duke of Milan wanted this painting so badly. I’d read about the Last Supper before, but hearing it here — just steps from where Leonardo actually worked — felt different.

The skip-the-line tickets really mattered; there were already crowds forming by 9am. Inside, everything went quiet. You only get fifteen minutes with the Last Supper, which sounds short until you’re standing in front of it and time sort of stretches out anyway. Marco pointed out details I’d never noticed (the salt spilled near Judas’ elbow — apparently a big deal back then). The colors looked softer than I expected, almost faded into the wall itself. Someone behind me whispered “wow” under their breath. It wasn’t just the painting; it was being in that hushed room together, all eyes fixed on something so old and fragile.

Afterwards we stepped into the little cloister garden behind the church — honestly, I could’ve stayed there longer just watching pigeons hop between flowerpots. But we walked on through Milan’s quieter streets to San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore. From outside it looks plain, but inside? The walls are covered in these wild Renaissance frescoes — blues and golds everywhere you look. Marco told us about Bernardino Luini (I’d never heard of him), how he worked with Leonardo sometimes. There was this moment when sunlight hit one corner and made the paint glow; I still think about that.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Milan's Renaissance Art

• Introduction to Renaissance art at Santa Maria delle Grazie
• View Leonardo Da Vinci’s Last Supper with skip-the-line access
• Visit cloister of Santa Maria delle Grazie and Church of San Maurizio frescoes

Top questions

How long is the Last Supper tour in Milan?

The tour lasts about 1.5 hours total.

Is skip-the-line entry included for the Last Supper?

Yes, skip-the-line tickets are included for Da Vinci's Last Supper.

What sites are visited on this tour?

The tour visits Santa Maria delle Grazie (for the Last Supper), its cloister, and Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore.

How far is San Maurizio from Santa Maria delle Grazie?

It's about a 15-minute walk between them.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, it is wheelchair accessible.

What happens if San Maurizio church is closed?

If San Maurizio is closed unexpectedly, you'll visit Sforza Castle instead.

Are large bags allowed during the Last Supper viewing?

No, luggage and large backpacks must be deposited during your visit.

What’s included

Your experience includes skip-the-line entry to Da Vinci’s Last Supper with an expert local guide leading your small group through Santa Maria delle Grazie and its cloister before walking together to San Maurizio church (or Sforza Castle if needed). All necessary tickets are provided for you along the way.