PRIVATE CASTLE TOURS IN ITALY
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 9 private castle tours in Italy worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Review of Rome’s private Castel Sant’Angelo tour, covering its history, frescoed rooms, rooftop views, guide, price, and practical details.
“This was a fabulous tour. Vincent was able to bring the history alive with his great storytelling skills. The Castle was beautiful on its own, but the tour was so worthwhile.”
Review of Milan’s private Duomo, rooftop, Galleria, Sforza Castle, and gelato tour, with practical advice on price, pace, guides, and value.
“Maria did a great job. Very accommodating to what we wanted to see/do. Made the mistake of taking the tour 1 hour after flying into Milan from the US so we were very tired. Worth seeing the important parts of Milan central.”
Review of Milan’s private Duomo, Last Supper, La Scala, Galleria, and Sforza Castle tour, with honest advice on price, pace, and value.
“Mauro was great. My family really enjoyed the walking tour. Last Supper is incredible. My wife was amazed at how beautiful the city was.”
Review of Milan’s private Duomo, rooftop, Sforza Castle, and gelato tour, with practical advice on price, dress, timing, and value.
“Brilliantly led and we received a fantastic insight into one of the worlds majestic cathedrals. View from the roof were stunning. Gelato tasting while experiencing the galleria was another highlight. Always choose the salted caramel. Ha ha. To top it off we had the opportunity to see Michelangelo’s final and unfinished sculpture out at Sforza castle & take in the enormity of this place which has stood since 16th Century. Do this tour.”
Review of Milan’s private Sforza Castle and Ambrosiana tour, with Michelangelo’s Pietà, Leonardo’s Codex, art, costs, and practical tips.
“Irina is a very knowledgeable guide. She explained everything in details to us , we really enjoyed our tour!”
Review of Rome’s private Castel Sant’Angelo tour, with papal rooms, the Passetto, prison history, terrace views, and Piazza Navona.
“Insane!!! Private tour was fantastic, insanely fun guide with clear passion for her work. I was especially interested in the Borgia Pope and she gave it extra attention. We have so much info about the castle, its past, the popes, the prison levels and all the secrets. Thanks for everything! After the tour you will have the opportunity to go through the castle on your own! Recommended.”
Explore Milan’s Sforza Castle with skip-the-line entry, private guiding, Michelangelo’s final sculpture, and optional Old Town visits.
“Our guide Zeno was fantastic! Only wish we'd had more time spend with him.”
Review of Milan’s private highlights tour, covering the Duomo, Sforza Castle, La Scala, gelato, and the bone church.
“alessndro es un crak. una gran experiència i recomendable.”
Explore Chianti with a private wine guide, Tuscan lunch, Tenuta Le Lame, and Brolio Castle for an intimate day from Florence.
A keep, a citadel, a palace with battlements, or a day trip to reach one.
