Private walking tour: Neoclassical Milan. From Enlightenment to Empire
Step back in time to the 18th and early 19th centuries, when Milan experienced a remarkable period of economic, cultural, and artistic rebirth under Austrian and French rule.
This private walking tour takes you through the heart of Neoclassical Milan, showcasing the city’s transformation during the enlightened reigns of Maria Theresa of Austria and her son Joseph II, as well as the Napoleonic era.
Explore Milan’s Neoclassical Gems
During this era, Milan flourished with the construction of palaces, mansions, churches, and monuments designed in the refined and symmetrical style of Neoclassicism. This tour highlights the city’s most significant Neoclassical masterpieces, from the stately Teatro alla Scala and Palazzo Reale to the grand Villa Reale and its gardens.
Discover the Artistic and Cultural Renaissance
During the enlightened reigns of Maria Theresa and Joseph II, Milan underwent significant artistic and cultural transformation, reflected in the sober and ordered shapes of Neoclassical architecture. The Napoleonic era further enriched the city with glitzier, majestic, and self-celebrating works, including ambitious urban renewal projects like the Foro Bonaparte.
Important: participants can select one of the proposed itinerary to tailor their tour experience according to their interests.
ITINERARY A
ITINERARY B
ITINERARY C
Please note: All monuments and sites mentioned in the itinerary will be viewed from the outside. Entrance to the interiors is not included in this tour.
Please contact us at info@gibart.it to learn more about prices, reservation methods and to customize your experience!
1h 30
Italian, English, French
Starting from 300€
