Roman Milan Tour: The Imperial Capital & Hidden Ruins

Discover when Milan was the center of the Western Roman Empire. Explore the ruins of the Imperial Palace, the hidden Roman Circus, and ancient city gates with a local expert guide.

Tour Features

Local Guide

Certified Official Guide

Tour Languages

English, Italian, Spanish, French, German

Duration

2-3 hours

Tour Size Options

Private

Pickup from

Airport, Port, Hotel

Tour Details

Full Description

Travel back to Roman times on this immersive Ancient Milan guided walk, uncovering the city once known as Mediolanum—once a powerful capital of the Western Roman Empire. Explore the remains of Circo Romano di Milano, where roaring chariot races once electrified imperial crowds, and trace the outlines of the nearby Palazzo Imperiale Romano di Milano, the former seat of imperial authority.

Continue to the Museo Archeologico di Milano, where mosaics, towers, inscriptions, and everyday objects bring antiquity vividly to life. The route then reaches the spectacular Colonne di San Lorenzo, one of Milan’s most atmospheric Roman survivals, surrounded by fragments of walls, foundations, and ancient streets near Basilica di San Lorenzo Maggiore.

Led by a passionate local expert, the tour blends archaeology and storytelling. Optional private transportation is available for extra comfort, and a kid-friendly version can be arranged with interactive explanations and engaging activities for younger explorers.

What is Included

Included:

Included: Licensed, expert local guide specialized in Ancient Milan
Included: Engaging storytelling about daily life, emperors, and legends of Mediolanum
Included: Private Experience, Fully Customizable
Included: Optional private transportation (upon request)
Included: Kid-friendly version with interactive explanations and age-appropriate activities (on request)

Not included:

Not included: Food and Drinks

Important Information

Tour Highlights

Walk beside the remains of the Circo Romano di Milano, where chariots once thundered before cheering crowds.
Discover the footprint of the Palazzo Imperiale Romano di Milano, former residence of Roman emperors when Milan was an imperial capital.
Visit the Museo Archeologico di Milano to see mosaics, towers, inscriptions, and everyday Roman objects.
Admire the iconic Colonne di San Lorenzo and nearby ancient foundations.
Spot hidden Roman walls, columns, and street fragments tucked among modern buildings.
Hear vivid stories about gladiators, emperors, saints, and daily life in ancient Mediolanum.
Enjoy a flexible experience with optional private transportation and a kid-friendly version available on request.

Tour Recommendations

Wear comfortable walking shoes for uneven paving.
Dress respectfully for church visits.
Families can request the kid-friendly version with games and visual storytelling.
Ask about optional transportation if traveling with children or limited mobility.
Ideal for history lovers and repeat visitors to Milan.
Pair the tour with lunch in a nearby historic district for a perfect ending