Highlights and hidden gems of Milan Bike Tour

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Our venue in Ticinese district and our aquamarine bicycles — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Cycling on back roads — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

We are the first, original, and most comprehensive bike tour of Milan, designed to offer you a balanced mix of unmissable city sights and a special selection of local best-kept secrets and hidden gems. From a very central location, rich in history and modern lifestyle, you will benefit from a complete overview of the city, historical and contemporary, green and urban.

You will experience the cozy and friendly atmosphere of a not-too-big group, riding your beautiful and comfortable bicycle at a leisurely pace.

Join us on your first day and this will help you decide which unique and personal stops you would like to explore further after the bike tour or during your next visit to the city!

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Bike The City

Ages: Youth (9–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tour guide
Included: Bike and helmet rental

Not included

Not included: E-bikes (subject to availability)
Not included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Itinerary

Porta Ticinese

15 min

The ride starts from the ancient and bohemian Ticinese district, that owes its name to the eponymous city gate, and from there you saddle up on a classic Dutch-style bike through the must-see areas of the center.
Duomo Di Milano

20 min

You will see the astonishing gothic Duomo Cathedral, the understated Royal palace, the Museo del Novecento and the chic Vittorio Emanuele Gallery.
Teatro Alla Scala

5 min

You will see from the outside another of the prime Milanese attractions that exudes class and sophistication: the Teatro alla Scala. The story behind the theatre is full of interesting facts and details you will love to learn.
Brera District

15 min

From La Scala Theatre you head to the Brera artist district where is the city’s Pinacoteca (Art Gallery). Brera is a picturesque neighborhood in Milan where it is impossible not to be charmed by the small artisan workshops in a labyrinth of streets dotted with well conserved period Milanese houses and buildings.
Porta Nuova

15 min

Once you left Brera, you immerse yourselves in the new rising architectures of the Porta Nuova district. From now on you will have the impression of visiting another era of the city: Palazzo Lombardia, Biblioteca degli Alberi, Unicredit tower, Bosco Verticale, a paradise for architecture enthusiasts.
Castello Sforzesco

25 min

You make a triumphal entry at Sforza Castle, a strong historical symbol of the city where, among various architects and designers, worked Leonardo da Vinci, who was called to Milan by Ludovico il Moro in 1482.
Parco Sempione

10 min

After visiting the Sforza Castel courtyards, you breath and slow down a bit in the green lung of the city, Simplon park, with its elegant neoclassical Peace Arch.
Colonne di San Lorenzo

15 min

You get back to the starting point not before visiting the Roman Ruins of the Imperial era when Milan was capital of a glorious Roman Empire with its Palace, Circus and Amphitheatre and San Lorenzo columns.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Using your ticket

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour is scheduled to start. The guide will wait only up to 5 minutes after the set departure time before leaving to begin the tour.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 9 years. For those between 135 and 155 cm tall, please e-mail us to reserve a suitable bike. Availability is limited