Milan Couture Fashion Tour

Step into Milan’s haute couture scene with an insider’s perspective
From US$347 privately
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Duration
3 hours
Product Type
Tour
Venues
Fashion District
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  • Milan Couture Fashion tour led by a fashion insider
  • Discover the history of fashion in Milan
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Tour Description
Explore the fashion capital of the world with this insider-led Milan Couture Fashion Tour. Uncover the stories behind iconic brands like Prada, Armani, and Versace while strolling through Milan’s renowned fashion district, the Quadrilatero D’Oro (Golden Quad). From luxury boutiques to hidden gems, discover why Milan remains at the heart of global fashion trends.
Experts
Thea Thea
Fashion
Laura Laura
Art Historian
Federica Federica
Fashion
Emilija Emilija
Fashion
We’ll begin near the iconic Emporio Armani store, diving into the history of Milan’s rise to fame in the fashion industry. With a local expert, we’ll navigate the prestigious streets of Montenapoleone, Via Sant’Andrea, and Via della Spiga, home to legendary brands like Versace and Valentino. You’ll learn how Milan transformed from a destination for the elite to the hub of the ready-to-wear revolution, with stories tied to flagship stores and their latest collections.

Route may vary based on your interests! At the time of booking, let us know what excites you most, and we’ll tailor the experience to suit your preferences:

  • Iconic Fashion Houses & History:  History of Italian fashion and its iconic fashion houses: analyze the history of Italian fashion and delve into the rich history of Milanese fashion exploring the Montenapoleone fashion district and the symbol of Milanese taste with the Prada store in Galleria Vittorio Emanuele
  • Boutiques, Vintage & Artisans: If you love discovering hidden treasures, we’ll head to Brera, a district known for its artisanal shops, and vintage boutiques, and to Corso Garibaldi with its emerging and younger designers.
  • Shopping & Learning: For a mix of shopping and insight, we’ll guide you through top designer stores in the Golden Quad like Loro Piana or Valentino, with expert commentary on the latest collections. You also have the possibility to have shopping in Brera District or on the 5 vie district if you prefer artisanal shops and vintage boutiques.
This customizable route allows you to delve deeper into the aspects of Milan’s fashion world that interest you most, ensuring a unique experience based on your preferences.

  • You love the allure of iconic fashion houses and their stories.
  • You enjoy boutique shopping and discovering artisan designs.
  • You want to immerse yourself in Milan’s fashion-forward culture.
  • Milan’s Fashion District, 
  • Sites visited based on your personal interests. We may stay along the prestigious streets of Montenapoleone, Via Sant’Andrea, and Via della Spiga, before reaching the iconic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Alternatively, we could head to Brera, a charming neighborhood known for its artisanal shops and local boutiques.

Where do we meet? Where does it end? The walk takes place within the fashion district (Via Monte Napoleone) and may stay within a relatively concentrated area or end in Brera. Your confirmation email will have the exact meeting point details.

What if it’s raining? Tours operate rain or shine, but in the case of inclement weather, your expert will modify the tour so more time is spent indoors. It never hurts to have an umbrella on hand.

Is this tour walking intensive, and/or wheelchair accessible? Please let us know your requirements and we may well be able to adjust the tour for reduced mobility.

Is this tour appropriate for children? This walk is not a part of our official family program. That said, we may be able to arrange a visit with a family-friendly expert. Please contact us.
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Spectacular. I am so glad that we booked this tour. So informative, engaging, and memorable. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Milan.
Excellent. We had the most fabulous time learning about fashion in Milan and visiting the most significant fashion houses. The tour was insightful and allowed us to gain a deeper appreciation for what it means to be "made in Italy."
We had the most wonderful and engaging experience. Not only was the tour super informative, but I loved how it was incredibly personalized to the interests of our group.