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Skip-the-line Duomo Cathedral Private Tour & Rooftop Access

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2 to 5 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover the many wonders of the Duomo with a 5-Star Expert Guide and skip-the-line tickets. Visit the cathedral and its museum. Extended options: private transport and elevator access to the Duomo rooftops.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

2-hour: Milan Cathedral & Museum
This option includes a guided tour of the Milan Cathedral and Museum with skip-the-line tickets.

3-hour: Milan Cathedral, Museum & Transport
This option includes a 1-hour private car transfer and a 2-hour guided tour of the Milan Cathedral and Museum with skip-the-line tickets.

3,5-hour: Milan Cathedral, Museum & Rooftops
This option includes skip-the-line tickets to the Milan Cathedral, Museum, Archaeological Area and Rooftops with elevator access.

4,5-hour: Milan Cathedral, Museum, Rooftops & Transport
This option includes a 1-hour private car transfer and a 3,5-hour tour of the Milan Cathedral, Museum, Archaeological Area and Rooftops with elevator access.

What's Included

  • Private Guided Tour of the Milan Cathedral, Museum and Rooftops
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Duomo Rooftops by elevator (only in 3,5 and 4,5-hour options)
  • Pickup and drop-off by private car (only in 3 and 4,5-hour options)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Duomo Rooftops (in 2 and 3-hour options)
  • Pickup and drop-off by private car (in 2 and 3,5-hour options)
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Meeting and Pickup

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Guests will be driven from their accommodation to the meeting point, where the guide will be waiting in front of Intesa Sanpaolo Bank, Palazzo Cordusio 4, 20123 Milano MI, Italy. After the tour, the driver will wait at the same location for return transfer. Pickup and drop-off by private car. (Applicable to 3-Hour and 4.5 Hour options)

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Piazza Cordusio
4, 20123 Milano MI, Italy

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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Piazza della Scala

Your tour begins at Piazza della Scala, which features the La Scala opera house and the Leonardo da Vinci Monument. A great start to your cultural journey through Milan!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Take a walk through the beautiful 19th-century arcade Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II to Piazza del Duomo and marvel at its crown jewel, the Duomo di Milano.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Duomo di Milano

Visit the Milan Cathedral and Museum with skip-the-line tickets that allow you to jump ahead the seemingly endless lines to the ticket office. Milan Cathedral is a Gothic masterpiece with rich decorations and unbelievable details that took nearly 600 years to complete. Immerse yourself in the cathedral’s history as you explore its awe-inspiring interiors with your Private Guide. Marvel at the 52 pillars carved in dark stone, the marble floor, stained-glass windows and numerous monuments and artworks, such as the famous Saint Bartholomew Flayed.
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1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Museo del Duomo di Milano

The tour also includes a visit to the Museum (located in the Royal Palace), so you can ake a closer look at the original statues, stained-glass windows, paintings, tapestries, architectural models, terracottas and plaster cast from the Duomo. Discover the hidden treasures of the Cathedral!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Terrazza del Duomo

Book an extended 3,5-hour tour (or 4,5 with additional round-trip transfer) to discover breathtaking views of Milan’s Old Town with skip-the-line entry to Duomo Rooftop Terrace! Admire the forest of spires and pinnacles adorned with numerous statues that give the Duomo its distinctive appearance up close. Its highlight is the golden Madonnina, perched on the Great Spire, which represents the heart and soul of the city. This premium experience is all you need to discover Milan's icon in all its glory!
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Check your email the day before the tour.
  • Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Duomo and Museum include on-time entry but the reservation has to be confirmed at the ticket office. There are mandatory checks. Tickets include headsets for groups of 5+ people. Entry to churches during masses and special events is restricted. The museum is closed on Wednesdays.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip-the-line Duomo Cathedral Private Tour & Rooftop Access?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Private Guided Tour of the Milan Cathedral, Museum and Rooftops
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Duomo Rooftops by elevator (only in 3,5 and 4,5-hour options)
  • Pickup and drop-off by private car (only in 3 and 4,5-hour options)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Milan Cathedral and Museum (all options)
  • 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Duomo Rooftops (in 2 and 3-hour options)
  • Pickup and drop-off by private car (in 2 and 3,5-hour options)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Check your email the day before the tour.
  • Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Duomo and Museum include on-time entry but the reservation has to be confirmed at the ticket office. There are mandatory checks. Tickets include headsets for groups of 5+ people. Entry to churches during masses and special events is restricted. The museum is closed on Wednesdays.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Duomo Rooftops give you priority entry at your reserved time. Ascend to the rooftops is via lift, but due to renovation works, descend may be via stairs (250 steps). We apologize for the inconvenience.
  • The 3- and 4,5-hour options include an estimated 1-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation. Transfer time can take longer or shorter depending on the distance and traffic.
  • We will arrange a standard car (sedan) for 1-4 people and a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. You can book a 5-people tour to take advantage of a larger vehicle.
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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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