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La Scala Opera House (Teatro alla Scala) Tours and Activities
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La Scala Opera House (Teatro alla Scala), one of the world’s greatest opera houses, has hosted some of Italy’s most famous opera and other performances. Located in downtown Milan, this 18th-century theater and cultural landmark—magnificently restored in 2004—seats many of its 2,000 spectators in elegant boxes adorned with gold leaf and red velvet.
The Basics
La Scala is an impressive sight whether or not you’re an opera or ballet aficionado. The building’s exterior may not be as remarkable as Milan’s Duomo, just a stone’s throw away, but a tour of its opulent interior is a must for any music lover. Along with the Duomo and Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper, La Scala is one of the most popular attractions in Milan, so booking a skip-the-line tour is a must. Consider joining a small-group walking tour of Milan’s highlights with an expert guide to avoid long entry waits and to learn first-hand about the iconic sights’ fascinating history. If you would like to take a full tour of La Scala, you must visit with an official tour guide. These theater tours also include a visit to La Scala Museum, which houses a collection of costumes and set designs, musical instruments, portraits of actors and musicians, and an archive. Of course, nothing beats seeing a La Scala concert, ballet, or opera, including beloved works by Rossini, Puccini, and Verdi.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Without a performance ticket or guided theater tour, you can see the inside of the theater only by visiting La Scala Museum, which includes a quick peek into the auditorium through the third-level boxes when there is no rehearsal or performance.
- Purchase performance tickets in advance to ensure a seat.
- The theater and museum are accessible to wheelchairs and strollers, though the guided theater tour is not.
- Large bags and backpacks must be checked into the cloakroom.
How to Get There
La Scala is located on Piazza della Scala in the heart of downtown Milan, just on the other side of the elegant Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II from the Duomo. The tram line 1 and yellow metro line both stop near the theater.
When to Get There
The La Scala performance calendar runs year-round. Theater tours are held on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday afternoons when there is no rehearsal or performance scheduled. The museum is open daily from 9am to 5:30pm with a few holiday and other closures; see the website for details.
The “Staircase Theater”
The word scala means “staircase” in Italian, but Teatro alla Scala was so named because it was built on the site where the Church of Santa Maria alla Scala once stood.
Address: Piazza della Scala, Milan 20121, Italy
Admission: Varies
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Skip the Line: Musical Tour: La Scala Opera House & Giuseppe Verdi Ticket
La Scala Opera House is one of Milan’s most prestigious venues, hosting works by legendary Italian composers such as Rossini, Puccini and Verdi. With this tour, discover behind-the-scenes on a tour of the La Scala museum; admire the vast collection which includes original costumes, sets, and instruments; and take a peek at the theater. Then, discover Giuseppe Verdi’s Milan on a walking tour including the Grand Hotel et de Milan.
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Skip the Line: Musical Tour: La Scala Opera House & Giuseppe Verdi Ticket
La Scala Opera House is one of Milan’s most prestigious venues, hosting works by legendary Italian composers such as Rossini, Puccini and Verdi. With this tour, discover behind-the-scenes on a tour of the La Scala museum; admire the vast collection which includes original costumes, sets, and instruments; and take a peek at the theater. Then, discover Giuseppe Verdi’s Milan on a walking tour including the Grand Hotel et de Milan.
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Skip the Line: Musical Tour Ticket - La Scala Opera House & Giuseppe Verdi
Walk in the footsteps of Giuseppe Verdi on a small-group tour of Milan, and visit the city’s famous opera house of La Scala. A great experience for lovers of classical music who only have a limited amount of time free, this short morning walking tour puts the spotlight on the famous opera composer and his time in the city. You’ll visit La Scala to see the theater and on-site museum, and stroll to Verdi’s beloved hotel in the city.
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Milan Half-Day Sightseeing Tour with da Vinci's 'The Last Supper'
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See Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper and La Scala opera house with a local guide on this half-day tour in Milan, and learn the history behind each of the sights. With a pre-booked ticket, you'll avoid the main entrance lines to see the ‘The Last Supper’ — a painting that attracts scores of visitors. After spending time with the masterpiece, explore La Scala and the glamorous shopping arcade of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Marvel at the scale and beauty of Milan Cathedral and learn of its long history.
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La Scala Theatre and Museum Tour in Milan
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Whether you love opera or you hardly know it, this tour of legendary La Scala Theater and adjoining museum is a unique and fun way to get an inside look at one of the most famous opera houses in the world. With an expert guide by your side, tour La Scala Museum to see intricate outfits, musical instruments and various stage props. Then stroll through the foyer of the theater, taking in the beautifully designed 18th-century auditorium.
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Skip the Line: Duomo Cathedral and La Scala Theatre
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See two of Milan’s most famous cultural treasures, the Duomo and La Scala, accompanied by an expert guide. Your package includes skip-the-line access to both sites, so that you spend more time enjoying these landmarks and without the hassle of long entrance lines. See the renowned La Scala opera house, which also houses its own excellent museum. Then walk through Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a famously beautiful shopping arcade with soaring glass ceilings and elaborately decorated interiors. Continue by stopping into the breathtaking Duomo, a highlight of Milan.
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Best of Milan Experience Including Da Vinci's 'The Last Supper' or Vineyard and Milan Duomo Tour
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Explore Milan’s top attractions on a walking tour. Led by a guide, visit the Duomo di Milano, Italy’s largest church, and enjoy your choice between skip-the-line entry to ‘The Last Supper’ or a tour of Leonardo da Vinci's Vineyard. Discover the city’s famous plazas, stroll through the fashion district, and check out popular spots with the locals. Numbers are limited to keep the experience as intimate as possible.
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La Scala Theatre guided experience
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Milan is not only design, fashion and night-life. Milan is known also for music. Right in the heart of the city, only few steps from the Cathedral and Vittorio Emanuele Gallery, there is the temple of the music: La Scala Theatre.
During the years many musicians left their precious contribution. Do you know Giuseppe Verdi, Gioachino Rossini, Luciano Pavarotti and Maria Callas? They are only few names, but many more passed by this place.
Nowadays, La Scala Museum preserves the most important collection of set designs, musical instruments and costumes used for the greatest performances.
Follow this 1.5-hour experience with your monolingual guide and you are going to admire the interior of this magical place.
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Private Best of Milan Guided Tour with Duomo, La Scala Theatre and Sforza Castle
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Discover vibrant, fashion-forward Milan with a private tour, perfect for first-time visitors. Marvel at Milan monuments like the Duomo cathedral and the 18th-century Scala theatre, then browse the designer boutiques of the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II shopping arcade or admire works by Michelangelo, Da Vinci and Bramante at the medieval Sforza Castle.
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Historic Milan Tour with Skip-the-Line Last Supper Ticket
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Explore Milan's most significant historical landmarks, including skip-the-line access to da Vinci's 'The Last Supper', during this walking tour. With your local art historian guide, visit sites like Sforza Castle, the Scala Theater, Piazza dei Mercanti, and the Duomo. View 'The Last Supper', Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece, without waiting in the general admission line. All entrance fees are included on this small-group walking tour.
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Inside La Scala Opera House and Museum - Virtual Tour
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In these unprecedented times why not take this great opportunity to explore the opulent interior of Milan's celebrated opera house and museum from the comfort of your own home.
You'll gain a good insight into the intriguing history behind La Scala's unassuming façade and discover some of the remarkable stories of the artists and the operas that received their baptism of fire here.
This virtual tour is designed to whet your appetite for your live tour when the time comes. So don't forget to prepare a glass of your favourite drink for a virtual toast in honour of your future travels and favourite opera singers. As with the real tour you'll meet fellow participants and Milan guide Deborah will be delighted to satisfy your curiosity about this temple of music and her much-loved adoptive city.
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Last Supper Ticket and Milan Half-Day Tour
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Explore the city of Milan and Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece, Last Supper, on this half-day tour. Visit the main attractions of the city including the Duomo, Galleria Vittorio Emmanuele, and Sforza Castle and learn the history of each attraction. Head to Santa Maria delle Grazie and skip the line to admire the masterpiece of the Last Supper as you listen to informative commentary about the piece and the artist.
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Best of Milan Private Tour with Fast Entry to Duomo Cathedral & La Scala Theatre
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Benefit from traveling with your own private guide on a half-day Milan walking tour that includes skip-the-line tickets to the Duomo di Milano cathedral and Teatro Alla Scala opera house. You'll also peruse the shops and cafes at Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, stroll through the Brera district, see art galleries and a botanical garden, and stop at Sforza Castle and the neighboring park, Parco Sempione.
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Milan City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
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See the most popular sights of Milan with a hop-on hop-off bus ticket good for 24 or 48 hours. Take in the views of this fashionable city from the top level of an open-air double-decker bus, from which you see the iconic Milan Duomo and the famous opera house La Scala. With three different bus routes to choose from, and opportunities to get on and off as much as you like, the city of Milan is yours to discover.
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Milan Segway Tour
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Cruise through the streets of Milan on this Segway tour of one of Italy’s most popular cities. Once you’ve mastered the self-balancing, 2-wheeled machine, take off and explore the landmarks of this fashion and commerce capital. Your guide takes you past the Sforzesco Castle, Piazza del Duomo, and La Scala opera house. And you even have a chance to scope out the top street for shopping as you make your way down Corso Vittorio Emanuele II. With a cap of eight people, this Segway tour is guaranteed to offer a personalized experience to travelers who want to explore Milan.
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Small Group Highlights of Milan Bike Tour
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Milan Pass Including Duomo Terraces and La Scala
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3-Hour Milan City Tour with The Scala Theatre - small group tour
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Enjoy an introduction to the fashionable city of Milan with this 3-hour city tour. See Sforza Castle, the former home of the city's ruling family, and the glass-domed Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Visit the world's most notable opera house, La Scala, for a tour of the legendary theater.
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See the sights of Milan and ‘The Last Supper’ with a skip-the-line ticket on a half-day tour of the city. After leaving your hotel, you’ll check off Milan's big-name sights including Milan Duomo, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and La Scala opera theater. Learn about the city’s culture and history, then bypass the entrance lines to see Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic painting of ‘The Last Supper.’
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