Ambrosiana Museum and Library (Veneranda Biblioteca Ambrosiana) Attractions & Things to do

See the original notes and drawings of Leonardo da Vinci's Codex Atlanticus, in the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, Milan. The entry ticket includes access to both the museum and the exhibition, where pages from the artist’s notebook are given pride of place. Visit the ancient library where the Codex Atlanticus is stored, and admire art by Caravaggio, Raphael, Titian, and more. Allow yourself 1.5 hours for a visit.

Duration: 1 to 2 hours.

Discover Milan with the YesMilano City Pass, including entry tickets to over 10 exciting attractions and museums, plus 3 days of unlimited travel on trams, buses and metro lines.

This pass further includes a hop-on hop-off bus tour, valid for 24 hours, so you can enjoy further sightseeing from a new perspective.

Choose between the standard option or the all-inclusive one (including all premium museums) based on your needs.

Use your pass to easily reserve your skip-the-line entry ticket to the Duomo - Milan's most iconic and photographed landmark. Admire the history of the city as you enter the spectacular Sforza Castle, and enjoy a fun day out to the Civic Aquarium - plus much more.

Hop-on the open-top tour bus for panoramic views of Milan's most treasured sites and eye-catching architectures, all the whilst enjoying several digital audio guides that illustrate the cities fascinating history and culture.
Duration: 1 to 3 days.

See Milan through the eyes of Leonardo da Vinci! Learn about the Italian Renaissance while exploring the Old Town with a Private Guide. Extended options: see Leonardo’s works at the Ambrosian Library and the Leonardo3 Museum.

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

2-hour: Leonardo Tour
Join this private tour to discover the legacy of Leonardo da Vinci in Milan Old Town. See the Duomo, San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore and Santa Maria delle Grazie (outside only).

3,5-hour: Leonardo Tour & Ambrosian Library
Join this private tour to visit the Ambrosian Library and discover the legacy of Leonardo da Vinci in Milan Old Town. See the Duomo and Santa Maria delle Grazie (outside only).

4-5 hour: Leonardo Tour, Ambrosian Library, Leonardo3 Museum
Join this private tour to visit the Leonardo3 Museum and the Ambrosian Library and discover the legacy of Leonardo da Vinci in Milan Old Town.
Duration: 2 to 5 hours.

Indulge in an unparalleled exploration of Renaissance Milan with our exclusive self-guided audio tour, narrating the extraordinary life of Leonardo Da Vinci. Using your smartphone as a guide, seamlessly blend art and history as you wander through Milan's enchanting streets. As you walk, unlock the story of Leonardo's arrival in 1482, during the zenith of the Italian Renaissance, when Duke Ludovico Maria Sforza recognised the genius of the Florentine artist.

You will start from a secluded starting point, and after, you'll retrace history by following the marked path on our curated digital map.

Pass by iconic locales connected to the legacy of Da Vinci
(Note: Entrance is optional, choose to enter at your expenses)

The distance between stops is a delightful 5 to 10 minutes stroll, creating an ideal full-day exploration for enthusiasts keen on visiting every location, with each site requiring 15 to 50 minutes.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Enjoy the best of Milan with the Milan Pass, a city pass valid for 48 or 72 hours. Gain free admission to nine top city attractions and enjoy a host of discounts. Choose a standard Milan Pass and enjoy a hop-on hop-off tour or upgrade to a full pass to take advantage of the public transportation as well.

Duration: 2 days.

Sneak through the dark streets of Milan on a 2-hour Ghost Tour and listen to spooky stories of murders, witches, ghosts and spectres that creep through the city’s back alleys after dusk. Enjoy a spine-tingling walk from the apparently quite neighbourhood of Porta Venezia to the area called Colonne di San Lorenzo.
Duration: 2 hours.

The question everyone is asking is how many pages are there in the Atlantic Codex. We will seek an answer to this question during our 1.5-hour journey inside the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana.

We will try to answer during a guided experience that will make you discover the main rooms of the Pinacoteca: we will discover Leonardo in all its mystery, alongside him with other masterful artists such as Raphael.

The Codex Atlanticus, a collection of Leonardo Da Vinci's notes, will be revealed before your eyes.

Enjoy this experience and let yourself be surprised by the traces left by Leonardo during his period in Milan.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

1.5-hours private walking tour with our official local guide through one of the most beautiful museums in Milan.

The meeting point is in front of the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana a few steps from the Duomo. Our guide will take you to discover one of the most beautiful Renaissance art collections in Italy, created in the 16th century by Cardinal Borromeo. In addition to the masterpieces of Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Caravaggio, Tiziano and Bottticielli, listen to the story of one of the most beautiful buildings in Milan.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

You'll join one of our local Milan hosts to explore the city’s vibrant and extensive art scene. View masterpieces by artists such as Raphael and Caravaggio at the Pinacoteca di Brera and step into a different world as you witness several of Europe's most historically significant art movements everywhere. Enjoy the city's beautiful Liberty-style architecture and visit famous contemporary art galleries.
Within 24 hours after booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Duration: 4 hours.

Discover the best of Milan on this tour, traversing the city with your guide to see its most renowned sites. Begin your journey at the Pinacoteca di Brera, the main public gallery for paintings in Milan, where you can admire masterpieces of art. Continue to the Bosco Verticale, a pair of residential towers adorned with more than 900 trees on terraces, showcasing innovative design and sustainable living. As you explore Milan's highlights, you'll pass by notable landmarks such as the UniCredit Tower, Porta Garibaldi, and the modern Piazza Gae Aulenti. Marvel at the Basilica of San Simpliciano and soak in the atmosphere of local life at N'Ombra de Vin. Discover the historic Chiesa di Santa Maria Incoronata and admire the architecture of Piazza Mercanti. Your tour will also take you past cultural sites like the SUPER Milano and the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, offering a comprehensive view of Milan's rich cultural heritage.

Duration: 2 hours.

Enjoy an efficient, one-day tour of Milan accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced English Speaking guide!

Milan is Italy's bustling fashion capital, famous for its stunning architecture, luxury shopping, and rich cultural heritage. With iconic landmarks like the Duomo, La Scala, and world-class museums, the city offers a vibrant mix of art, history, and modern life.

You won’t need to stick to a fixed itinerary or be herded around like a large group tour. Instead, you can mix in with locals and travel efficiently between sites with your small, private group and guide.

Your guide will also tell you more than any guidebook. There are layers of history in Paris. Visit places like Piazza del Duomo, the beautiful Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and more.

Note*: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Duration: 6 hours.