Milan Sunset Boat Tour with Aperitivo
About this activity
Highlights
- Scenic boat ride through Milan's historic canals
- Stunning sunset views over the city
- Optional Aperitivo with local delicacies
- Insightful commentary from a professional guide
- Relaxing atmosphere away from city crowds
Full description
Included / Excluded
- 90-minute boat cruise along Milan's Navigli canals
- Optional Aperitivo with local snacks and drinks
- Professional guide sharing insights about Milan's history and culture
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Pass by: 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.
Pass by: A charming Gothic-Romanesque church it's the chosen locations for the weddings of the Milanese people. Its twin façades, serene courtyard, and centuries-old frescoes create a peaceful retreat, reflecting the rich spiritual and architectural history of the city.
Pass by: The Darsena of Milan is a lively waterfront hub where historic canals meet modern vibrancy. Surrounded by bustling markets, trendy cafés, and picturesque promenades, it offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and relaxation in the heart of the city.
Pass by: The "alzaie" of Milan are picturesque towpaths lining the Navigli canals, once used by horses pulling barges. Today, they’re charming pedestrian walkways where locals and visitors stroll, cycle, and soak in the city’s historic charm and vibrant atmosphere.escription
Meeting point
Start Location
Alzaia Naviglio Grande, 4, 20144 Milano, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates in English; check availability for other languages.
- Optional Aperitivo is available for an additional fee; inform the provider in advance if you have dietary restrictions.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult; minors are not permitted to consume alcohol.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for a boat ride.
- Bring a camera to capture the beautiful sunset and canal views.
- Arrive at the departure point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- In case of bad weather condition, the tour can be suspended
Traveler reviews
Milan by the water
If booking through Viator click on the “get directions” link or when you type in the address you will be taken to the wrong place. Nice tour, but make sure to have headphones or you won’t be able to listen to the commentary during the tour. Lovely little trip down Grand navigili.
Enjoyable end to a trip to Milan
Casual and enjoyable experience to take a slow scenic ride in the canal while the sun set. It was a nice slow pace to end our 3 day trip to Milan
Ok but not memorable
It was a short but pleasant boat ride up and down a narrow canal. Commentary was on radio headphones and prerecorded- otherwise 80s music keeps you company. Not much to look at but historically interesting if you tune in to the commentary. A bit expensive for what it is. Better to walk the canal’s restaurant lined streets and google about the canal over some food & drink. It was ok but nothing memorable.
To be missed
Because of the poor directions to the starting route we missed the boat. Then we ended walking half the route noticing the dilapidated area the route covered. The detail was a very misleading description of this experience after we saw the graffiti ridden area the boat went to.
Canal ride
Very poor communication- no one told us we needed to use the QR code to get the “tour” info. And we also were told there were pauses on the audio so we thought our code wasn’t working. In addition, there were times when there was so much interference we actually could NOT hear the audio. I would not recommend.