Milan · NAVIGLI CANAL CRUISES IN MILAN
The canals were dug to bring cathedral marble in from Lake Maggiore and are now the city’s evening. These 7 cruises are priced and timed, with a note on which include an aperitivo and which run after dark.
Spend 50 minutes on a small electric boat along Milan’s Naviglio Grande. You’ll see working-class case di Ringhiera, San Cristoforo, Vicolo dei Lavandai, Darsena, and Leonardo da Vinci’s Conchetta. An English or Italian host helps with boarding, while QR-code audio is available in five languages.
“Everything was good. I booked it afternoon so I can see the sunset.”
Spend 50 minutes on a relaxed Naviglio Grande cruise with one Aperol spritz or glass of wine and finger food. You’ll pass San Cristoforo, Darsena, and the old launderers’ alley. Use the onboard QR code for audio information, or simply enjoy the canal views and occasional live music.
“Lovely little boat trip at dusk, nice nibbles and drinks. I would say to try and secure an outdoor spot as you can’t see much sat down inside. Nice area of Milan with lots of bars and restaurants. Would recommend.”
Walk from Porta Ticinese into Milan’s canal district with an English-speaking guide such as Anna Maria, Francesco, Michela, or Chiara. Over 3.5 hours, you’ll sample cocktails, wine, charcuterie, street food, Milanese risotto, and gelato in a small group of up to 12.
“Highly recommend this tour. So fun-small group. Francisco was guide and made the event terrific! Great food and wine. Beautiful canal district of Milan.”
Spend 3.5 hours walking Milan’s Navigli district with an English-speaking guide such as Jessica, Chiara, Laura, or Giuseppe. Taste pizza fritta, charcuterie, farinata, saffron risotto, wine, and tiramisu in a group of up to 12.
“Good experience and knowledge of the local dishes and culture. Walking wasn’t too far and advised of pit stop breaks along the way”
Spend 3.5 hours tasting Milanese aperitivo in Navigli with a local English or Italian-speaking guide. Visit five food and drink stops for cocktails, wine, beer, cheeses, cured meats, gourmet stuffed potatoes, a Pizza Cone, and gelato. Expect a social small-group evening and plenty to eat.
“It is a must to do this Aperitivo Tour in Mailand. Our Tourguide Giulia was absolute amazing and My friends and me had a lot of fun. The baked Potato was also very nice. I will do it again when i am in mailand the next Time”
Cruise Milan’s Naviglio Grande for about 50 minutes, passing historic churches, the Darsena, and old towpaths. Choose the aperitivo option for a drink and snacks. The boat returns to Alzaia Naviglio Grande 4, with mobile tickets and space for up to 50 people.
“Not worth your time. No commentary or guidance. Just a boat ride. It’s a boat ride in a canal that I didn’t find worth my tkme”
Ride through Milan with an English- or Italian-speaking driver-guide in a classic red Fiat 500. See Darsena, Naviglio Grande, Leonardo’s locks, Sforza Castle, and the fashion district, with two photo stops. Hotel pickup is available at selected hotels.
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