Skip the Line: Last Supper Tour in Milan
Description
Always wanted to see Da Vinci’s painting “The Last Supper” in Milan’s church of Santa Maria delle Grazie? Now you have your chance! With this tour, you can skip past all the lines and see the extraordinary painting, hassle free. You will meet your guide in front of the entrance of the Last Supper Museum and get a brief introduction to the Italian masterpiece of the Renaissance. You will then head in to enjoy up to 20 minutes inside the Museum and appreciate one of the most world-renowned works of art.
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Discover a masterpiece of the Milanese Renaissance at the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan, and spend 15 minutes admiring Da Vinci’s masterful “Last Supper.” Also known as the “Cenacolo Vinciano,” the mural is hidden away on a wall of the refectory at the basilica. Your guide will give a quick introduction to Renaissance art in Italy, describing how it became one of the most fertile periods of painting worldwide. Learn why the Duke of Milan, Ludovico il Moro, commissioned Leonardo and how he presided over the most important period in the Milanese Renaissance. Then, go straight to the front of the lines to see Da Vinci’s “Last Supper” and spend at least 15 minutes appreciating one of the most iconic images of Christ in the world.
Your guide will give a quick introduction to Renaissance art in Italy, describing how it became one of the most fertile periods of painting worldwide. Learn why the Duke of Milan, Ludovico il Moro, commissioned Leonardo and how he presided over the most important period in the Milanese Renaissance.
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- 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
- For the Last Supper visit, children up to the age of 1 do not need a reservation if they are carried by a parent and enter without a stroller
- Due to increased security measures, bags of any size, food and drinks are NOT allowed inside the Last Supper Museum
- All participants are required to bring along a valid ID document (either the original document)
Reviews(401)
Right up there with Michelangelo’s “The David” and the Sistine Chapel, both of which I have experienced, The Last Supper has been on my Bucket List since I was in 9th grade Art History class. The first two left me in awe, and this did not disappoint! Fortunately I had been doing so much research prior to our departure to Milan, months of research actually, so I had discovered how important it was to buy your tickets well in advance and not wait until you arrive in Milan! The museum releases three of months of tickets at a time and I’m guessing that the major tour companies like Viator and Get Your Guide swoop in and buy them up because when I first started looking to buy tickets, the museum was sold out and the average ticket with the two tour companies was anywhere between $200-$300 per ticket! The museum sells them for what, 20 Euros! But I persevered and found them with Booking.com for a total of 192 Euros and the tour was a one hour experience with a knowledgeable guide, who met us in front of the church, exactly as promised, giving each of us a headset so we could hear every word she said. Our group was only 29 people and we glided through the entry and security like total rock stars! When we finally entered the room, a hush descended on each one of us. You only wanted to speak in whispers about the beauty and devotion in that space. We were granted 15 private minutes with just our small group, to take in Leonardo’s painting on one end of the hall and on the other, the painting of the crucifixion on the opposite wall. To learn that for centuries, only monks sat daily with their meals in the dining hall, facing outward to contemplate both paintings and the impact that the behaviors of men have defined humanity. That essence still fills the room. That devotion to The Christ still fills that room. It’s humbling to see and to feel. Do not let anyone tell you otherwise. It was worth every penny we paid for it!
Great tour! Learned a lot about the Last supper’s history. I even got emotional looking at the painting and thinking of all the meanings behind it. The guide was entertaining 😆
This is a must do. The second time I have seen the Last Supper but the first with a guide! It was so enjoyable and very informative. Worth every penny for the added knowledge of this incredible painting.
This is amazing to see this masterpiece! Very good organization and our guide was so competent woman!
It was hard to tell where to pick up the tickets in advance, so I went back and forth for more than 20 minutes. I was very anxious that I would not be able to participate. At first, I thought if I waited in the square, they would give me a flag to mark my arrival, but when the time approached, they didn't show up, and I checked with the museum office and the entrance staff only to find out that a dark uncle in the square was handing over the tickets.
Less food than other tours of this type, but our tour guide was amazing. Fun, helpful, friendly. Like spending the afternoon with a really knowledgeable Friend. And the food was amazing. He helped us find a spot for dinner that night!!
Sylvia was awesome and very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend this. Thank you Sylvia, awesomeness
Really interesting commentary. Our guide was fantastic. The actual moment you see The Last Supper is breathtaking.
A once-in-a-life-time experience. Once you walk inside you will be taken back by its enormity and spiritual sense. The guide we had very good with her knowledge.
Fantastic experience. A major life bucket list item. So glad I was able to see the Last Supper. Our guide was excellent.
