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IT1 Duomo Cathedral & Terraces
IT2 Museum of Teatro alla Scala & Foyer & Galleria
Thursday 29 May
14:00 - 16:00
Vittorio Emanuele II
Thursday 29 May
14:00 - 16:00
Experience the grandeur of Milan’s iconic Duomo di Milano with a
guided tour that takes you through its interior and up to the terraces
for panoramic views of the city.
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Start inside the cathedral, with its intricate Gothic architecture, from
the towering spires to the beautiful stained-glass windows that
date back to the 14th century. Your expert guide will highlight key
features of the Duomo, including its historical significance and artistic
masterpieces. Learn about the cathedral’s construction, which took
nearly six centuries to complete, and discover hidden details like the
Statue of Saint Sebastiano.
This is perhaps the most famous opera house in the world and dates
from 1778. The seating capacity is 2,030 arranged as pit stalls, 6 tiers of
boxes and an upper gallery known as the ‘loggione’.
The tour includes a visit to the eight rooms of the Museum dedicated to
the Theater and music, and to the Theater’s principal foyer.
Next, ascend to the Duomo’s terraces via elevator, where you’ll
be treated to spectacular views of Milan. From here, look out
over the city’s rooftops, the Piazza del Duomo, and landmarks
like the Sforza Castle and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. The
terraces themselves are adorned with intricate sculptures
and offer an up-close look at the cathedral’s spires and
sculptures.
The original cost of construction was covered by the sale of boxes to
wealthy Milanese people. The less wealthy watched from the stalls and
stood up for performances. In the mid nineteenth century, the opera
was also used as a casino, meeting and trading hall - including during
performances. The lighting system gradually evolved from oil lamps
to gas lamps and finally to electricity in 1883. Various renovations and
improvements were carried out in the 20th century and especially to
repair bomb damage in 1943. Today, the magnificent building also hosts
the Academy of Performing Arts providing training for technical staff,
dancers and musicians.
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This tour provides a perfect mix of history,
architecture, and stunning vistas, giving you a deeper
understanding of Milan’s most celebrated landmark
while offering one of the best views in the city.
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