Milan: From Monumental Cemetery to Chinatown

Chinatown and Monumental Cemetery Guided Walking Tour in Milan

This guided walking tour explores Milan’s Chinatown and the Monumental Cemetery, ideal for visitors interested in multicultural history and art.

Highlights

• Experience the fusion of Chinese and Italian traditions in Milan's Chinatown
• Discover the history of Milan's Chinatown on a guided walking tour
• Explore the multicultural neighborhood of Chinatown with a local guide
• Visit the Monumental Cemetery of Milan, an open-air museum of art and culture
• See the Crematorium Temple, a symbol of late 19th century positivist culture

Description

Start your tour on Via Paolo Sarpi, the main street of Chinatown, to learn about the neighborhood’s multiculturalism and the blending of Chinese and Italian influences.

Visit renowned culinary spots such as Ravioleria Sarpi, known for combining Chinese recipes with Italian ingredients, and Noodles & Soups, one of Milan’s first Chinese restaurants. Also explore some of Italy’s best ethnic supermarkets.

Continue to “Borgo dei Ortolani” or Borgh di Scigulatt, an ancient area featuring local markets, artisan shops, Milanese ringhiera houses, and monastery ruins. Stop at Arco della Pace, a notable Milanese arch marking the entrance to Parco Sempione.

Conclude with a visit to the Monumental Cemetery of Milan, covering 25,000 square meters. This open-air museum showcases art, culture, religion, and modernism, featuring monuments to figures from literature, music, art, science, and industry.

Explore the Crematorium Temple, designed by Paolo Gorini, a symbol of the late 19th century positivist culture that influenced crematorium architecture across Italy and abroad.

Discover the tombs of notable Milanese industrial families such as Campari, Falck, Erba, and Bocconi during this comprehensive historical and cultural journey.

Includes

• Guided walking tour of Chinatown and Monumental Cemetery
• Visits to iconic locations including Via Paolo Sarpi and Arco della Pace
• Insights into Milan’s multiculturalism and historical background
• Admission to the Monumental Cemetery

Excludes

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Meals and beverages
• Personal expenses

Important Information

• Wear comfortable walking shoes; the tour involves extensive walking
• Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly
• Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated
• Photography is allowed, but no food or drinks inside certain areas
• Not suitable for those with mobility impairments or wheelchair users

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.