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Historical coffee bars in Milan: fashion on the "Belle Epoque"

Name: Historical coffee bars in Milan: fashion on the "Belle Epoque"
Start: 2025-07-19T14:00:00Z
Location: Milan

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What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Location

Milan

Duration

3 hours

Number of Guests

2 - 6 guests

Language

English, French, Spanish, Italian, German

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Private Experience

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore Milan's iconic coffee bars, where history meets fashion. Enjoy a guided tour visiting legendary spots and modern lounges, plus a stunning rooftop walk at Galleria Vittorio Emanuele.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Since XVIII century, coffee bars have been centres of social, intellectual and eve political life in Italy. In Venice, Naples, Florence, Turin, Rome and Milan, the "Gran Caffè" displayed the splendors of their architecture and the excellence of their specialties, starting from the exquisite beverage which came from Turkey.

A private guided tour will lead you through the historical names of this tradition in Milan, starting from the Gambrinus, the Biffi, the Camparino, then reaching the modern lounge bars, branded by icons of fashion like Dolce & Gabbana or Armani.

In the meanwhile, you will also have the chance to enjoy a breathtaking 250 metres walk on the rooftop of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, watching the city skyline and the surrounding Alps.

What You Get

Qualified private guide

Snacks

Coffee and pastries in a historical coffee bar

Lunch

Gratuities

Good To Know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

Duomo di Milano (Pass By)

The construction this iconic cathedral lasted for more than five centuries, from late 14th century to the 1932 completion. Well-known for its Gothic style, costantly evolved and interpreted until the actually Neo-Gothic ultimate addictions, it is surmounted by the golden copper "Madonnina", the symbol of Milan.

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

The "Galleria", as Milanese citizens usually address this place, could be considered one of the very first malls in the world and an outstanding example of iron architecture of the late 19th century. It hosts historical boutiques and cafeterias and has always acted as a gathering place for artists and intellectuals. A private guide will lead you to through a 250 metro walk on the rooftop, allowing you to discover the skyline of Milan and the surrounding Alps.

1 hourAdmission Ticket Included

Via Monte Napoleone

One of the most ancient streets of Milan, born following the plan of the pristine Roman walls. Its reputation has grown since the 19th century, when it became the centre of luxury and excellence crafts in the town centre. Nowadays, it hosts the flagship stores of the most important fashion brands in the world. Together with Via della Spiga, Via Sant'Andrea and Via Pietro Verri, Via Montenapoleone draws the so-called "Fashion Quadrangle".

1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Duomo, Piazza del Duomo, Milano Città metropolitana di Milano Lombardia, Italy, IT, 20122

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At the entrance of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele

End Point

Cova Montenapoleone, Via Monte Napoleone, Milano Città metropolitana di Milano Lombardia, Italy, IT, 20121

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Cancellation Policy
All bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

from $493.64

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Please note: The price varies based on group size. The time is in Central European Time.

All bookings are final. Cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

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Earliest available date: July 19, 2025

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Please note: The price varies based on group size. The time is in Central European Time.

All bookings are final. Cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

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Historical coffee bars in Milan: fashion on the "Belle Epoque"

Experience Details

What You Get

Good To Know

What You’ll Experience

Duomo di Milano (Pass By)

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Via Monte Napoleone

Meeting & Pickup

Cancellation PolicyAll bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

Cancellation Policy
All bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.