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Milan: La Scala Theatre Guided Experience

1. Milan: La Scala Theatre Guided Experience

Discover La Scala Theater on this guided tour. Learn about its history, secrets, and the actors and musicians that found their inspiration in this very place. Milan is not only design, fashion, and nightlife: Milan is known also for its music. Right in the heart of the city, only a few steps from the Cathedral and Vittorio Emanuele Gallery, you'll find a temple to music: La Scala Theatre.  Over the years, many musicians have made their contributions here. Do you know Giuseppe Verdi, Gioachino Rossini, Luciano Pavarotti and Maria Callas? These are only some of the names that have passed through this place.  La Scala Museum preserves the most important collection of set designs, musical instruments, and costumes used in the Theater's greatest performances. On this guided experience, admire the interior of this magical place and learn about its stories and fascinating history.

Verona Opera Arena: Transfer from Lake Garda & Opera Ticket

2. Verona Opera Arena: Transfer from Lake Garda & Opera Ticket

Start with pickup from a variety of meeting points around the Lake Garda area and travel by bus to Verona. The transfer will be from 2.5 to 1.5 hours depending on the departure point. Once arrived in Verona, the tour guide will accompany you to the Arena, in the city center. If you don't have a ticket for the Opera, you can book it during the checkout. You will be seated in the 6th sector category (numbered seat on stone steps). The opera is about 3 hours long. Enjoy an evening of classical music at the iconic Arena di Verona. Luciano Pavarotti, Maria Callas, and many other tenors and sopranos from all over the world have had the pleasure of singing and performing in this theater, one of the most famous in the world. Below you can find the 2023 Opera in Arena Schedule, during which the activity provider organizes the transfer service: June 2023: Friday 23 Carmen Sunday 25 Aida Thursday 29 Aida July 2023: Thursday 6 Carmen Friday 14 La Traviata Saturday 15 Nabucco Friday 21 Aida Thursday 27 La Traviata Friday 28 Nabucco August 2023: Wednesday 2 Aida Thursday 3 Nabucco Thursday 10 Tosca Friday 11 Carmen Thursday 17 Nabucco Friday 18 Aida Thursday 24 Carmen Friday 25 Madama Butterfly September 2023: Friday 1 Tosca Sunday 3 Aida Thursday 7 Madama Butterfly Friday 8 Aida

Stresa: Lake Maggiore and Borromean Sightseeing Gulf Cruise

3. Stresa: Lake Maggiore and Borromean Sightseeing Gulf Cruise

A special itinerary will lead visitors to discover the Borromean Gulf: Isola Madre, Isola Pescatori and Isola Bella and the coastal towns such as Verbania, Baveno and Stresa Boarding from Stresa Piazza Marconi towards Isola Madre, famous for its gardens with tropical flowers, like cashmere cypress, bougainvillea, etc.... After having circumnavigated the island, we will sail towards Isola dei Pescatori, the only one to be permanently inhabited all year round and famous throughout the world for its picturesque village and its many typical restaurants famous for lake fish. We end your cruise with a tour of Isola Bella sailing around the Borromeo Palace and the splendid Italian Baroque garden with its 10 terraces. This tour is one of the most used services to reach the enchanting Borromean Islands and Lake Maggiore. Ideal for those who like to travel freely at their own pace, this tour allows you to relax and enjoy the beauty of the lake.

Milan: La Scala Theater and Duomo Rooftop Private Tour

4. Milan: La Scala Theater and Duomo Rooftop Private Tour

Begin your tour at the heart of the city with an in-depth tour of the famous Duomo. get an introduction to the Gothic cathedral. This is one of the most beautiful churches in the world, and your preofessional guide will point out aspects of its impressive façade. Situated at the very heart of the city, the Duomo is 157 meters long. Admire its flying buttresses, and the gilded bronze statue of Madonnina atop the main spire. After a brief introduction to the cathedral and its history, you’ll skip the lines and head up to the Terraces of the Duomo for a full view of beautiful Milan. View the Duomo of Milan from the outside and the amazing rooftops. After the tour, continue with the Piazza della Scala for a tour of the legendary La Scala Theater opera house. Built in 1776, the theater has hosted some of the world’s greatest musicians, including Verdi, Bellini, Rossini, and Donizetti. See the beautiful horseshoe auditorium from one of the fourth-row boxes. Prepare to be amazed.

Milan: Guided Tour of the La Scala Theater Museum

5. Milan: Guided Tour of the La Scala Theater Museum

Step into a piece of art history at the a Scala Theater Museum on this guided tour. View this shining example of neoclassical architecture designed by the illustrious architect Giuseppe Piermarini. Admire the center of Italy's musical and lyrical trends. See where the great personalities of music, dance, and the composition art have performed. Stand in the same building as names like Verdi, Callas, Rossini, Paganini, Hayez, and Sonzogno. Hear tales and historical facts about the theater and artists from your guide. View precious jewelry, musical instruments, rare scores, and librettos. Be enchanted by the stage costumes of Eleonora Duse and Maria Callas. Gaze at a Giuseppe Verdi's fortepiano and a tuft of Mozart's hair. On nights without a performance rehearsal, step into the theater and see for yourself where the magic takes place.

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What people are saying about Lombardy

Very interesting description and full of many details. We appreciated the professionalism and preparation of our guide who followed us on this beautiful journey between past and present.

The guided tour of Teatro alla Scalla is excellent, a lesson on the history of this great temple of art!

I am satisfied with the visit made to the La Scala theater museum. The guide was clear and knowledgeable

Very experienced tour guide who brought us closer to different stories of La Scala. Would I book again.

Great tour of La Scala, very informative and entertaining, thank you very much!