Jewish Guided Tour in Milan
Description
On this 3-hour walking tour we’ll explore Milan’s historic quarter and uncover the fascinating story of the Jewish community, past and present. We’ll learn about the city’s different historical periods and their impact on Jewish life, hear captivating stories about Jewish life in Milan today and in the past, and discover the history of the Jewish people in Italy. Along the way we’ll follow Jewish traces and monuments hidden in the streets in surprising locations. We’ll also visit Milan’s must-see landmarks - the Duomo, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, and more – and reveal the Jewish connections within them. A highlight of the tour is the Sinagoga Centrale di Milano, just 10 minutes from the Duomo (entry by prior arrangement). Important notes: synagogue entry requires a minimum donation of €10 per person, advance booking, and passports for security. For last-minute bookings, entry cannot be guaranteed. The Holocaust Memorial is not included but can be visited independently.
Tour Options
Itinerary
meeting point - Talking about the city of Milan in general, past, present, future
We talk about Vittorio Emanuel, the dynasty of royal houses in Italy and how the city is built
Talking about World War II and Mussolini
We talk about Bakria and his contribution to the world of law in Italy
We arrive at a synagogue
They talk about the Jewish religion, history in Italy and Milan Entrance to the synagogue is with a donation of at least 10 euros per person, you need to coordinate the entrance with us in advance. *During August, visiting the synagogue requires prior arrangement due to limited opening hours. Please get in touch with us to see if we can coordinate your visit.
Arriving at Piazza Duomo they talk about the similarities and differences between Judaism and Christianity And also about the architecture of churches and synagogues and the Jewish symbols on the Domo
To see the city from above and talking about high-rise buildings in Milan and Italy
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(36)
Gali was terrific. Met us at the meeting point on time and as we toured was full of insightful Jewish history of Milan as well as the other historical sights. She speaks English well and enjoyed our mutual conversations. Would highly recommend
Loved our Jewish Milan tour with Gali. Great to learn about the Jewish history of Milan while also seeing many of the city sites. She is. She is very friendly and passionate about her work.
Gali is an amazing guide. She knows so much about the Jewish experience in Milan. Shared history of Milan before and during WW II, talked about her life in Israel and took us to the synagogue in Milan. She pointed out the Jewish carvings on the Duomo, the brass plates in front of residences where Jews who perished under the Nazis lived. We were three couples all from different parts of the world and by the end of the tour we knew so much about each other. Highly recommend on a visit to Milan!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your experience with Gali. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour, learned so much about Jewish life and history in Milan, and connected with the other guests along the way. We truly appreciate your kind recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
Pace was much too slow and little information compared with numerous Jewish city tours I have taken. The guide’s delivery was not energetic. At over $200/person, this was not a good value.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations. As explained in the tour description, the experience combines Milan’s historic city center with the story of the city’s Jewish community. Unlike some other European cities, Milan does not have an ancient Jewish quarter, and the tour reflects the unique and more recent history of Jewish life in Milan. Regarding the price, Milan is one of the most expensive cities in Italy, and our rates reflect the local costs as well as the private and personalized nature of the experience. We have been working in tourism for nine years and are proud of the many positive reviews we have received. Nevertheless, we respect your personal experience and regret that you did not feel the tour provided the value or level of engagement you expected. We remain confident in the quality of our work and the service we provide, while also taking your comments seriously. Best regards
Gali was personable, professional and very knowledgeable about both Jewish and Milanese history. Really two tours for the price of one! You will feel that your time in Milan was now complete!
Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed the tour and felt your time in Milan was complete. It was a pleasure guiding you!
Great tour. Really enjoyed being with Gali. She was sensitive to our needs and requests as we were with a 12 year-old girl as well. We would have liked to go to the station to see the memorial to the Jews of Milan lost to the Holocaust. But understood it was out of the central area where there was much to see and learn about. Definitely recommend this company.
Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation. We’re glad you enjoyed the tour with Gali and appreciated her sensitivity to your family’s needs. We also appreciate your note about the memorial at Milan’s Central Station; it’s an important site, and we’d be happy to help include it in a future visit.
We had a fantastic day and an amazing tour. Our tour guide Nuki was very knowledgeable and we had a great time getting to know a little bit about her the community in Milan and the wider history of Milan. It wasn’t just a Jewish Tour it was an entire tour of Milan. We Couldn’t have asked for a better host and a better way to spend a beautiful morning in Milan.. Thanks Nuki.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m delighted you enjoyed discovering Milan, its Jewish heritage, and its wider history together. It was a real pleasure spending the morning with you, and I hope to welcome you again soon!
We had a wonderful walking tour with Adi in Milan. While it was advertised as a "Jewish tour," it was so much more. In addition to seeing the Jewish sites, we learned a lot about the history of Milan, the architecture, and the culture. It was a wonderful experience.
Thank you so much, Jacqueline, for your kind words! It was a real pleasure exploring Milan with you. I’m especially happy to hear that you enjoyed not only the Jewish aspects of the tour but also the broader history, architecture, and culture of the city—that’s exactly the experience I aim to create. Wishing you many more wonderful travels, and I hope our paths cross again in the future!
Adi was an excellent guide. She was very knowledgeable and friendly. We would recommend her highly to others
Thank you!
Our tour guide Gali was wonderful! This walking tour was exactly what we were looking for. We especially loved our visit to the synagogue. Gali taught us so much we wouldn’t have learned on our own. We appreciated that she recommended other areas to visit during our stay. Thanks Gali!!!
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! 🌟 We’re delighted to hear that the tour was exactly what you were looking for and that you enjoyed your time with Gali. She is truly passionate about sharing her knowledge, and it means a lot to know her guidance made such a difference in your experience. We’re especially happy you loved the visit to the synagogue and found the tour both meaningful and enriching. We’d love to welcome you again in the future! 💙
