Sunset Navigli Boat Tour in Milan with Optional Aperitivo
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The Navigli canals are the beating heart of Milan's social and cultural life. Partly designed by Leonardo da Vinci, this ancient network once transported marble for the Duomo and goods across northern Italy. Today, the Navigli district is Milan's most beloved bohemian neighborhood — canal-side bars, art studios, and trattorias that embody the city's spirit after dark. A sunset boat cruise along the Naviglio Grande offers a unique perspective: you glide past centuries-old buildings and vibrant terraces as golden light reflects off the water. The optional aperitivo includes one drink of your choice — such as a Spritz or Italian wine — plus a selection of snacks (stuzzichini) like olives and bruschetta. A classic Milanese ritual that marks the transition from day to evening. History, atmosphere, and aperitivo — an authentic immersion into what makes Milan unique.
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A quaint Baroque-style church nestled by Milan’s Naviglio Grande. Its elegant façade, intricate interior frescoes, and tranquil riverside setting make it a hidden gem of spiritual and artistic beauty.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In case of bad weather condition, the tour can be suspended
Reviews(285)
I wish I could give 0 stars Avoid It was 20 minutes, and featured bad graffiti Total tourist trap Don’t waste your time and money I would like a refund
The view and ride were great. Narration would have been nice. There was nothing pointed out or any information provided. This was JUST a boat ride.
Bad and indifferent trip. Apperitivo was little bread and nuts as well as bad drinks. The QR code used for information on the trip was no sound.
Lovely evening tour! It was a very relaxed cruise through the canals. Dock was easy to find, apertivo is received at dock and you carry it on to boat, every seat has simple directions to audio tour which is gps linked to boat’s location. Perfect alignment with what is being said at the proper time. Really enjoyed the sunset cruise and had dinner at one of the restaurants along the canal and bought my souvenirs at the street merchants after. Perfect, relaxed evening!
Wear insect repellent! I left the boat with three large welts from mosquito bites. The food was terrible, all carbs. Cruise was ok.
This was a canalboat trip in the Navigli quarter, which is well worth a visit but...it did not cover sunset, lasted about 35 minutes instead of the fifty advertised, briefly welcomed you on board but with no additional welcome, and an audio commentary that did not work on a wi-fi connection. The aperitif was a pleasant Aperol Spritz (other options available) in a substantial plastic cup alongside very basic snack box from the nearby bar/cafe. Overall, to be honest, fairly underwhelming.
Get the package there is an ice drink and snack, snacks and store. It’s a quick little boat ride up down in your back. Don’t expect too much. There are no tour guides. This is just a ride.
boring, no orientation water is filthy grumpy sailors - what happen to my aperitif? not enjoyable -a bit smelly - water? would have been nice
The boat trip was nice at the beginning, but not worth it. We only drove up and down the canal once. We were less than 50 minutes on the road and there is not much to see. It's a shame at almost 20€, which you have to spend.
It's a very peaceful and relaxing hour long trip on the canals of Milan. You can go there and enjoy a nice and breezy sunset tour.
