Storia dei Manicomi, Spiritismo e Salute Mentale a Milano
Lombardy, Milan
Racconteremo storie di "matti", di follia, di grandi menti che hanno segnato la storia della psichiatria, e dell’incredibile legame tra questa disciplina e lo spiritismo nell’Ottocento.
Psychiatry History Tour in Milan
Explore Milan’s psychiatry landmarks on a 90-minute guided tour suitable for families and accessible to all mobility levels.
Highlights
- Over 10 years of experience organizing guided tours in Italy
- Family-friendly tour combining education and entertainment
- Led by licensed local tour guides
Description
This tour takes you through Milan’s key sites related to psychiatry, beginning at the Ospedale Maggiore, Europe's first modern hospital, and continuing to its historic cemetery, the Foppone. You will also visit Palazzo Sormani and the Guastalla Gardens, where the story of the countess unfolds.
Along the route, discover stories about mental illness, influential figures in psychiatry, and 19th-century connections between psychiatry and spiritualism. This itinerary blends science, history, and human narratives to present an alternative perspective of Milan.
Tour Details
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Meeting Point: In front of the Università Statale entrance, Via Festa del Perdono, 7, 20122 Milan, Italy
- Barrier-free route, suitable for people with motor disabilities
- Please arrive 10 minutes early; the tour starts promptly
Includes
- Guided visit with a licensed local tour guide
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes and book in advance to secure your preferred date and time.
