Why and how to join a tour in Milan to discover Leonardo da Vinci?
The Belpaese is a veritable riot of artistic beauty, and we certainly owe this to the many masters of Italian art who have made history, century after century, giving posterity-and consecrating to eternity-works of inestimable value.
Among those who made Italy great with their artistic talents, an exceptional place goes to the great Leonardo da Vinci.
A Tuscan born in the mid-15th century, Leonardo was a multifaceted artist of amazing ingenuity: he was, in fact, not only an experimental painter and often a pioneer of new artistic techniques and trends, but also an inventor and scientist.
An observant man of nature, curious and in his own way learned, no doubt, whose fame transcends national borders and truly extends to every part of the globe.
But the common thread that connects Leonardo’s works to different places- France, where Leonardo died and which at the famous Louvre Museum houses the splendid Mona Lisa, with its enigmatic and mysterious smile, immediately comes to mind-inevitably leads us to the city of Milan as well.
The Ambrosian capital, in fact, preserves one of Vinci’s greatest masterpieces: the Last Supper.
But it doesn’t end there… Let one of these compelling and intriguing tours by NEIADE Tour & Events lead you on the trail of Milanese stops that tell a lot about Leonardo and his stay in the city, from the Vigna to the famous Last Supper.
Here are 9 guided tours to take in Milan to learn all about Leonardo da Vinci!
Virtual meeting on the history of Leonardo da Vinci in Milan
Culture knows no boundaries, and that is why, thanks to digital technology, we can introduce you to a very special tour: a virtual encounter during which, connected to the web and with the help of 360° photographs and on-demand audiovisual resources, we will discover how the figure of Leonardo da Vinci is linked to the Lombardy region and in particular to the city of Milan, his home in the last two decades of the 15th century.
We will take a virtual tour of the halls of the world’s greatest museums that are privileged to hold some of the master’s finest works, and then return to the city of Milan to discover Leonardo’s works commissioned by the Sforza family and Ludovico il Moro, such as the extraordinary Cenacolo Vinciano.
But that’s not all: drawings, sketches, ancient documents and other curiosities await you in this virtual encounter with Leonardo!
Actor tour, discovering Leonardo through the streets of Milan
Throughout the year, the Neiade team also offers a series of actor tours dedicated to different historical figures: during the itinerary with professional guides, walking through the streets of Milan, an encounter with the historical figure who is the protagonist of the tour takes place, a unique opportunity to get to know his or her life and works in the round.
The actor tour dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci-played by an actor, in his guise-starts from the Castello Sforzesco and takes place in April, the month in which the great artist was born.
Leonardo himself will be the one to tell you about the Renaissance face of Milan and how the city-with its Navigli canals and most picturesque and fascinating sights-was his inspiration for so many of the works he created at court.
The floral motifs of the Hall of Axes in virtual mode
The on-demand video lectures continue to tell you all about another fascinating work by Leonardo: the arboreal decoration of the vault of the Sala delle Asse in the Castello Sforzesco.
Again, the figure of Ludovico il Moro is behind the birth of the work: Leonardo made a painting for him of a wonderful arbor of mulberry trees, a triumph of nature that tells so much about the magnificent Milanese court!
Interactive treasure hunt in the footsteps of Leonardo da Vinci
What better way to make a tour dedicated to Leonardo’s works and places in Milan even more stimulating and compelling than a treasure hunt?
We challenge you to discover the secret of the hidden treasure, starting from the Castello Sforzesco and going through different stages, from Sempione Park to the basilica of Santa Maria delle Grazie, to the famous Vigna di Casa Atellani.
Can you help Andrea-the protagonist of the treasure hunt-unravel his family secret ?
Virtual meeting dedicated to Leonardo’s Vineyard at Casa Atellani
Did you know that Ludovico il Moro, at whose court the great Leonardo worked for almost fifteen years, gave the master a green corner in the heart of Milan’s historic center?
It is a beautiful and lush vineyard, still enshrined in the refined courtyard of Casa Atellani, the 15th-century mansion restored by Portaluppi, an emblem of 1920s architectural elegance.
Discover the vine that Leonardo dedicated himself to in the heart of Milan: we’ll take you to the Vigna Vinciana, on demand!
Guided tour of Leonardo da Vinci’s Vineyard
After the virtual meeting, all that remains is to take firsthand notice of the marvelous refinement of Casa Atellani, on Corso Magenta at number 65 in Milan: here, the verdant vineyard that Ludovico il Moro donated to the master Leonardo, an artist “scientist” who loved to devote himself passionately to the cultivation of the vineyard where he spent pleasant moments of creative idleness, just a few steps away from the refectory of the Cenacolo Vinciano, awaits you.
Wine and food tasting at Leonardo’s Vineyard
After being enchanted by the splendid architecture of Casa Atellani and Portaluppi’s restoration, after visiting Leonardo’s beautiful vineyard… Isn’t a wine tasting welcome?
Let your palates be pampered by the sweetness of Malvasia di Candia Aromatica, produced from the same vine that grows in Casa Atellani, once cultivated by Leonardo himself.
A unique and enjoyable multi-sensory experience!
Leonardo da Vinci: comprehensive tour in the city of Milan
A guided tour of the works and figure of Leonardo da Vinci in Milan can only begin at the Basilica of Santa Maria delle Grazie, where, in the refectory, it is possible to admire the painting of the Last Supper.
But it certainly does not end there! The tour continues at the Castello Sforzesco, with a visit to the Sala delle Asse and the discovery of the Codex Trivulzianus, and continues in the rooms of the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana that hold the famous portrait of the Musician and the ancient Codex Atlanticus, an incredible collection of the master’s drawings and sketches.
Speaking of sketches and the Leonardo scientist: don’t miss a visit to the Museum of Science and Technology in Milan, where you can admire the master’s technical drawings, the machines inspired by them, and the scenic installations included in the recently installed Leonardo da Vinci Galleries, the world’s largest permanent exhibition dedicated to Leonardo the engineer and humanist.
The tour will end with a walk along the Navigli, as it was Leonardo himself who contributed to the construction of Milan’s canal locks.
