San Marco: Self-Guided Audio Tours

Explore the charming neighborhood of Milan at your own pace by taking this in-app audio tour! The Brera Quarter is a real hidden treasure in close proximity to the well-trodden Duomo. As you walk through its cobblestone streets lined with antique shops, art galleries, and cafes, you feel a unique and vibrant atmosphere of a small Italian community. The tour starts at one of Italy's premier art galleries—Pinacoteca di Brera. Its courtyard and botanical garden are free and open to the public. While walking the grounds of this former medieval monastery, you will hear who and how shaped the reputation of the Brera as an artistic bohemian district. The tour will continue on the little streets of Brera full of history and tales. You will admire Santa Maria del Carmine church, which stands as a true masterpiece of Lombard Gothic architecture, and will be able to examine its magnificent interiors akin a free art gallery. As you continue your walk along colorful shopping streets of Via Madonnina and Via Fiori Chiari, you may choose to visit the recommended bars, trattorias, and antique shops. Here, you will understand why Brera is called the "milanese Montmartre", and delve into its history from the Middle Ages to the present. Finally, you will see that Milan can boast its own San Marco square and learn about its connection to its Venetian namesake. So get on those walking shoes and experience Milan like never before!

This in-app audio tour will guide you through the Pinacoteca di Brera and the charming Brera district! Note! This tour DOES NOT include an entrance ticket to the Pinacoteca. Buy it at pinacotecabrera.org The tour starts at one of Italy's premier art galleries where you'll be transported into a world of artistic brilliance. The Pinacoteca's exceptional collection features masterpieces by some of the greatest artists in history, including Caravaggio, Raphael, and many more. With our informative audio commentary, you'll gain insights into the captivating stories behind their works of art. Leaving the Pinacoteca, you will get onto the enchanting streets of the Brera district. This historic neighborhood is a captivating blend of old-world charm and modern vibrancy where the medieval Church of Santa Maria del Carmine adjoins a large-scale public installation. This audio tour will take you on a journey through the district's hidden gems, including the colorful Via Madonnina and Via Fiori Chiari lined with antique shops, cafes and art studios. As you stroll, you'll discover the unique history and local legends that shaped this charming quarter. The tour finishes at the splendid gothic Church of San Marco, a place of historical and architectural significance where you will learn about Milan's connection with Venice, and a famous composer who once stayed here. Note! This tour is not affiliated with the Pinacoteca di Brera but is provided by an independent creator.

This in-app audio tour with a ticket will guide you through the Pinacoteca di Brera and the charming Brera district of Milan! The tour begins at one of Italy's premier art galleries where you'll be transported into a world of artistic brilliance. The Pinacoteca's exceptional collection features masterpieces by some of the greatest artists in history, including Caravaggio, Raphael, and many more. There is also a noteworthy section dedicated to the art of the 20th century, including works by Pablo Picasso. With our informative audio commentary, you'll gain insights into the captivating stories behind these works of art. The Pinacoteca's architecture itself is a work of art, providing a harmonious backdrop to the masterpieces it houses. Leaving the Pinacoteca, our tour leads you into the enchanting streets of the Brera district. This historic neighborhood, nestled in the heart of Milan, is a captivating blend of old-world charm and modern vibrancy. This audio tour will take you on a journey through the district's hidden gems, including the picturesque Via Madonnina and Via Fiori Chiari, where you'll discover the unique history and local legends that shape this charming street. The tour finishes at the Church of San Marco, a place of historical and architectural significance where you will learn about its origins and one very famous guest it once hosted. Note! This tour is not affiliated with the Pinacoteca di Brera but is provided by an independent creator.