Milan
Day trip to historic Pavia
Day Trips & Local Escapes • 8 hours
5.0
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Day trip to historic Pavia
Explore this university city with fine Romanesque and medieval buildings and a stunning covered bridge on a day trip from Milan
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Go on a day trip to Pavia, a beautiful and historic city 30 minutes train ride outside of Milan
- Explore this historic and culturally rich city with a host - this is where Italy’s kings were once crowned!
- See the most iconic sights like the 12th-century Church of Santa Maria di Betlem
- Stroll along the narrow, cobbled streets nestled between breath-taking renaissance architecture and medieval towers
- Enjoy an authentic meal at a Michelin-starred restaurant or family run osteria with your host
- Get recommendations and tips from your host for the remainder of your trip to the Milan
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
8 hours with a host
Transportation cost to and from Pavia, which takes around 30 minutes by fast train
Visit the Certosa (subject to opening times)
Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Additional transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
You’ll join one of our local Milan hosts for a trip to Pavia for the day, an enchanting town steeped in history and culture.
With roots tracing all the way back before the Roman era, it will feel as if you have been transported into a whole other world where emperors and kings rule the land, and romantic Renaissance buildings are scattered between medieval porticoes and towers.
Sounds like a fairytale, we know. You could visit the 12th century Church of Santa Maria di Betlem, the Renaissance Visconti Castle, Pavia Cathedral, and the Romanesque Church of San Michele - which is where Italy's kings were once crowned - and explore the world-renowned University of Pavia.
It goes without saying that your host can’t wait to take you to a fabulous restaurant for lunch - just let us know if your style is more family-run osteria, or a Michelin starred restaurant.
This is your day and there are no rules, just a magical town to discover!
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
George
Oct 2023
Our trip to Lake Como was amazing. Our guide Marco was the best. He was so knowledgeable and planned the trip so well. He kept us informed before the trip and was there timely and had everything planned. His choices on places to stop for coffee and lunch were excellent. It was a day to remember for sure!! Thanks Marco
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Jennifer
Jun 2025
Giulia was a great guide. She did not nod when o wanted to stop or to get a drink. She sis not rush me or cut the tour short. She even dropped me back to my hotel.
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Bill
Jun 2025
Picca took us on a fantastic tour and allowed us to choose options as we went along. I loved his flexibility. We got to learn about the history of different neighborhoods and meet locals. Picca was full of great recommendations and even helped us to make dinner reservations at a wonderful place on the Navigli. Would definitely tour with him again!
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Liren
Jun 2025
Reza was so warm and welcoming during our trip to Milan. He was very knowledgeable about the history and culture of the city and was an amazing guide!
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Blake
Jun 2025
Our time in Milan was made truly unforgettable thanks to Tiziana, our incredible guide. From the moment we met her, it was clear we were in the best hands. She guided us through the Duomo and the Fashion District with a level of expertise, passion, and professionalism that far exceeded our expectations. Tiziana’s depth of knowledge—from art and architecture to fashion and history—brought every detail to life. She communicated everything with clarity, warmth, and a genuine enthusiasm that made the experience both informative and deeply enjoyable. We also noticed how much more we were getting compared to other tours around us—she simply goes above and beyond. Her thoughtfulness and personal touches turned our tour into something truly special. It felt less like a scripted walk and more like being shown the city by a close friend with unmatched insider knowledge. If you’re visiting Milan, do not miss the chance to tour with Tiziana. She was the highlight of our trip
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Jan
Jun 2025
We had a wonderful day with Massimo! He showed us some of the beautiful spots in Milan, including the Duomo, Galleria, and Sforzesco castle. We also were able to stop at a small church with a really interesting forced perspective of the typical cross lay out of the church. Massimo was engaging and informative, he really provided us with a lot of interesting information. I would highly recommend this tour.
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