Milan: Sforza Castle & Leonardo Skip-the-Line Private Tour

Lombardy, Milan



Enjoy a 3-hour walking tour with skip-the-line access to the Sforza Castle Rooms. Be amazed by Michelangelo's last Pietà, visit the Ambrosiana Museum with Leonardo's Codex and other art masterpieces.

Sforza Castle and Ambrosiana Museum Guided Tour in Milan

This 3-hour guided tour in Milan suits those interested in Renaissance art, Leonardo da Vinci, and historical landmarks.

Highlights

  • Walk through the courts of Sforza Castle
  • Learn about Leonardo da Vinci’s life at the castle
  • See Michelangelo’s last sculpture, Pietà
  • View Leonardo’s Atlantic Codex
  • Experience artworks by Luini, Botticelli, Raffaello, and Caravaggio

Description

Start your tour with skip-the-line access to Sforza Castle and explore its private rooms and courtyards. Admire Michelangelo’s final sculpture, the Pietà.

Next, stroll through Milan’s city center and Dante Street, where Leonardo’s portrayals of famous courtesans once lived. Then visit the Ambrosiana Museum to learn about the history of Leonardo’s Atlantic Codex and view a curated selection of Renaissance paintings by masters including Botticelli, Luini, Raffaello, and Caravaggio’s Basket of Fruit.

The tour ends with a visit to Cathedral Square, just a short walk from the museum.

Includes

  • Licensed tour guide in the requested language
  • Skip-the-line entrance ticket to Sforza Castle rooms (ticket must be selected as add-on)
  • Skip-the-line entrance ticket to Ambrosiana Museum (ticket must be selected as add-on)

Excludes

  • Food and drinks
  • Headphones (€2.50 per person, mandatory for groups of 7 or more)

Important Information

  • Purchase one ticket per person for both the Ambrosiana Museum and Sforza Castle as add-ons before booking completion
  • Available languages: Italian, English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian
  • Not available on Mondays due to museum closures
  • The Last Supper is not included in this tour

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

For the best experience, book tickets in advance and wear comfortable shoes for walking through the castle and city streets.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes Sforza Castle and the Ambrosiana Museum in Milan, featuring Leonardo da Vinci's artworks and Michelangelo's Pietà sculpture.
Yes, this tour offers skip-the-line access to Sforza Castle and the Ambrosiana Museum.
Yes, it is designed for those interested in Renaissance art and the history of Milan, featuring works by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and other masters.
The tour begins at Sforza Castle in Milan with direct entry through the skip-the-line access.
You can see Michelangelo's Pietà, Leonardo da Vinci's Atlantic Codex, and Renaissance paintings by Luini, Botticelli, Raffaello, and Caravaggio.
Advance booking is recommended to ensure skip-the-line access and private guided experience.
The tour is generally suitable for children interested in art and history, though adult supervision is recommended due to the detailed content.
Check the official Milan museum websites for the most up-to-date opening hours and visitor information.

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