Monumental Cemetery Guided Tour

Milan's Monumental Cemetery is one of the most characteristic and little-known places in the city, far from being a gloomy place, thanks to the special charm created by its sculptures, architectural works and natural environment. Considered a true open-air museum, it is one of Europe's top monumental cemeteries for its artistic value.

The tour, led by an expert guide, begins in front of the imposing main façade and includes a visit to the Famedio, or "Temple of Fame," a kind of pantheon where the city's most distinguished personalities are buried. From there, a walk along the central avenue that divides the cemetery into two symmetrical parts leads to the ossuary and the necropolis, before reaching the Cinerary Temple.

Along the way, you'll discover the stories of Milan's most important families, such as Campari, Treccani, Branca, Falk, Visconti and Riva, as well as the tombs of figures such as Alessandro Manzoni, Carlo Cattaneo and Giuseppe Verdi inside the Famedio, and learn about the works of renowned artists and architects such as Lucio Fontana, Giannino Castiglioni, Medardo Rosso and Adolfo Wildt, who turned the cemetery into a true open-air museum.

✔ Tourist guide (in selected language)
✔ Headsets for groups of more than 10 participants
✔ Small group size in Italian
✔ Private option: Spanish, English or Italian

✖ Hotel pick up and return service
✖ Transfer to and from the meeting point
✖ Tickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Any other unspecified service

● Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour's departure time
● This tour requires a minimum of 2 pax to operate. If the minimum is not reached, refunds or alternative dates will be offered
● When formalizing the reservation, you may choose a private tour or a shared group tour
● Please note that the Spanish and English tour can only be carried out with a private service
● Please wear appropriate clothing to enter religious sites (note that knees and shoulders must be covered). Sports shirts are not acceptable
● You will meet your guide in front of the main entrance
● Comfortable clothing and footwear, a cap and sunscreen are recommended depending on weather conditions

In front of the main entrance of the Monumental Cemetery (Piazzale Cimitero Monumentale Milano, 20154 Milan, Italy)