Sightseeing Cruises

Milan Navigli Boat Cruise

Cruise the Navigli, Milan’s centuries-old canal system, on a quiet, eco-friendly boat, with multilingual audio commentary.

Board, settle in with crew assistance, and glide along the canals on a relaxed 50‑minute route.

Let your audio guide help trace Milan's canal network, trade history and working class roots as you glide past classic sights like Vicolo dei Lavandai, San Cristoforo, the Darsena, and the first lock on the Naviglio Pavese.

Add a touch of Milanese canal culture with an onboard aperitif featuring your choice of drink and light bites.

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50-minute canal cruise on an eco-friendly electric “green” boat

QR-based multilingual audio commentary on your device (Italian, Milanese, English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese)

Aperitif and light snacks (as per option selected)

Onboard assistance during boarding and navigation

Wi-Fi on board

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

TOTAL DURATION50 minutes - 1 hour
MODE OF TRANSFERElectric boat
Timeline
Map
1 Boarding point
Alzaia Naviglio Grande 4
Get direction
Sights covered
Darsena
Vicolo dei Lavandai
Church of San Cristoforo

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

A 50‑minute eco-friendly canal cruise with live commentary, multilingual audio, and scenic views of Milan’s Navigli.

Getting started

Make your way to Alzaia Naviglio Grande 4, Milan. Meet the crew, who provide assistance during boarding. Step aboard the electric boat and set off along the canals.

What to expect

Navigate historic waterways that shaped the city’s life and commerce on a Milan Navigli Boat Cruise.

Waterfront views: Enjoy beautiful views of canal-side shops, streets, and the waterway from your seat or while moving about to take photos.

Navigli's key landmarks: Spot highlights including Vicolo dei Lavandai, ringhiera houses, the Church of San Cristoforo, the Darsena, and the Conchetta lock.

Audio-guided context: Listen to commentary from your multilingual audio via QR on your own device for deeper context.

Comfortable, connected cruising: Benefit from onboard assistance and Wi‑Fi, making the cruise comfortable and connected.

What to bring

A fully charged smartphone and personal earphones to access the multilingual audio via QR.

A valid photo ID and your mobile voucher.

Comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor, open-air cruising.

Accessibility

This experience is accessible to wheelchair users; contact in advance for specific assistance needs.

What’s not allowed

Luggage or large bags are not permitted.

Additional information

All ages are welcome.

You may sit or stand and move around to take photos.

The route runs along the canal and returns the same way; narration varies on the way back.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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