MILAN CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Porta Nuova in 90 Minutes: A Walk Through Milan’s New Skyline
A 1.5-hour semi-private walking tour of Milan’s most modern district that visits Piazza Gae Aulenti, the skyscrapers of Porta Nuova, Corso Como and finishes at Eataly—ideal for travelers seeking a focused look at contemporary Milan.
Porta Nuova in 90 Minutes: A Walk Through Milan’s New Skyline.
This compact, 1.5-hour walk threads through Milan’s contemporary spine, from the civic presence of Palazzo Lombardia to the glass-and-steel clusters around Piazza Gae Aulenti. It’s a curated look at the Porta Nuova redevelopment—skyscrapers, vertical forests and a revived Corso Como—framed by a guide who ties the architecture to the city’s recent cultural shift.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Piazza Gae Aulenti and the Porta Nuova skyline
Stand in Piazza Gae Aulenti beneath the Pelli Tower and take in the skyline born of Milan’s recent redevelopment—the architectural centerpiece of the modern Porta Nuova district.
Skyscrapers and the Bosco Verticale
Learn about the new towers built since 2009, including the Tower Pelli and the Bosco Verticale, as the guide explains how these projects reshaped the city’s contemporary identity.
Corso Como and Eataly
Stroll along fashionable Corso Como to Eataly, the comprehensive delicatessen and food emporium housed in the former Teatro Smeraldo, where the walk ends and participants can choose to linger over shopping and tasting.
What the day feels like
What the walk feels like
The tour moves at a deliberate urban pace—starting at Palazzo Lombardia, crossing civic plazas and pausing at signature buildings—so you leave with a cohesive sense of Milan’s contemporary quarter rather than a scattershot list of sights.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this semi-private tour suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour lasts 1.5 hours.
A professional guide is included.
Pricing is per person with a minimum booking of two people; adult and child rates apply.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts 1.5 hours.
Where does the tour start?
The walk starts from Palazzo Lombardia.
What is included in the price?
A professional guide is included.
Are there age-based rates or participant minimums?
Yes. Adult fares apply for ages 13 and up, child fares for ages 2–13, and bookings require a minimum of two people.
Where does the tour end and can I eat there?
The tour finishes at Eataly in the former Teatro Smeraldo, where you can choose to shop and taste local products after the tour.
Who is this tour best for?
It is especially indicated for people who already know Milan’s principal monuments and want to explore the city’s contemporary districts in greater depth.