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Italy
Milan

Fragments of rebellion: the “Five Days of Milan”

Step into Milan's historic streets and uncover the tale of the famous five days that shaped the city's destiny

Ptolemy

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<p>Austrians retreating out the gate, painting by Carlo Bossoli – 1848</p>

About
Places
Preview
Important
Reviews
Why us

Walking
Easy
8

2:30
Audio in English

Topic

Travel back to 1848, a year filled with rebellion and hope, when Milan was transformed into a veritable melting pot of passions. It was during five days in March that the city saw a glimmer of light from Austrian oppression. The streets of Milan were echoes of struggle and desire for freedom. Imagine yourself there, in the heart of those epochal moments and retrace the events of this incredible history. You will follow an insightful storytelling aimed at discovering those iconic five days in the city centre.

Self-guided audio tour

What are we offering?

Delve into the past and discover your destination with a fresh set of eyes through this self-guided storytelling tour. Navigate from place to place using our map, get interesting tips and listen to our engaging narration while experiencing living heritage like few others ever will. No guide or app download is required, just bring your phone and an open mind!

Places visited

Entry to places with tickets is optional. You can resume your journey outside.

(by Jakub Hałun, CC BY-SA 4.0 Wikimedia Commons)

Mercanti Square

Free - Public

Milan Cathedral

Open daily 8AM - 7PM

Ticket entry - Pass By

Sforza's Castle

Open daily 7AM - 7.30PM

Free - Public

Brera District

Free - Public

(by G.dallorto, Attribution, via Wikimedia Commons)

Cà de Sass

Private

(by Gerolamo Induno, CC BY-SA 3.0 Wikimedia Commons)

Risorgimento Museum

Open daily from Tuesday to Sunday 10AM - 5PM

Ticket entry - Pass By

Preview: Chapter 1

Remember!

Don't forget the below before you begin.

You get

Personal passcode
To unlock your tour.
Map and route
Navigation and directions are included.
Audio
Storytelling narration in every stop.

You do NOT get

Tour guide
There's no live guide accompanying you.
Tickets
Place tickets are optional and have to be purchased separately.
Headphones
Or any physical equipment.
Offline download
The app does not work without an internet connection.

Come with

Smartphone
Battery full!
Internet access
We're not yet available offline.
Headphones
To listen to our audio.
Suitable clothing
And comfortable shoes.

Your passcode

Your passcode is a short English word followed by numbers, like for example, "walk123".

We will send you your passcode by email after your payment is processed. You can also see it in the post-payment screen.

Your passcode is unique to you and can be used by one device. It lasts for 72 hours (3 days) from the moment you first use it.

Reviews

What people who took this tour have said.

Such an amazing experience through to centre of Milan! With a bit of imagination you can immerse yourself in the events described and imagine how the battle would have taken place. completely recommended, really easy to use as well. will try for next tours as well.

Gianluca – Italy
Get Your Guide

Why choose Ptolemy

Be present through the past.

This audio guide has been prepared using help from locals and care for historical accuracy and depth. Learn more about our vision here.

Fragments of rebellion: the “Five Days of Milan”

Ptolemy

All our content is conceived and written by our editorial team, consisting of students and recent graduates in Cultural Heritage, Ancient and Medieval History, and Arts.

Last updated on April 22, 2024

contact@ptolemy.app https://www.ptolemy.app/https://www.instagram.com/ptolemytravel https://www.facebook.com/ptolemytravel

Ptolemy

Audio tour

•

Italy
Milan

Fragments of rebellion: the “Five Days of Milan”

Step into Milan's historic streets and uncover the tale of the famous five days that shaped the city's destiny

Ptolemy

Start tour

About
Places
Preview
Important
Reviews
Why us

Walking
Easy
8
3 km
2:30
Audio in English

Topic

Location

Start at Piazza dei Mercanti, 1, 20123 Milano MI

Directions to starting point

Self-guided audio tour

What are we offering?

Places visited

Entry to places with tickets is optional. You can resume your journey outside.

Mercanti Square

Free - Public

Milan Cathedral

Open daily 8AM - 7PM

Ticket entry - Pass By

To ticket (optional)

Sforza's Castle

Open daily 7AM - 7.30PM

Free - Public

Brera District

Free - Public

Cà de Sass

Private

Risorgimento Museum

Open daily from Tuesday to Sunday 10AM - 5PM

Ticket entry - Pass By

Preview: Chapter 1

Remember!

Don't forget the below before you begin.

You get

Personal passcode
To unlock your tour.
Map and route
Navigation and directions are included.
Audio
Storytelling narration in every stop.

You do NOT get

Tour guide
There's no live guide accompanying you.
Tickets
Place tickets are optional and have to be purchased separately.
Headphones
Or any physical equipment.
Offline download
The app does not work without an internet connection.

Come with

Smartphone
Battery full!
Internet access
We're not yet available offline.
Headphones
To listen to our audio.
Suitable clothing
And comfortable shoes.

Your passcode

Your passcode is a short English word followed by numbers, like for example, "walk123".

We will send you your passcode by email after your payment is processed. You can also see it in the post-payment screen.

Your passcode is unique to you and can be used by one device. It lasts for 72 hours (3 days) from the moment you first use it.

Reviews

What people who took this tour have said.

Such an amazing experience through to centre of Milan! With a bit of imagination you can immerse yourself in the events described and imagine how the battle would have taken place. completely recommended, really easy to use as well. will try for next tours as well.

Gianluca – Italy
Get Your Guide

Why choose Ptolemy

Be present through the past.

This audio guide has been prepared using help from locals and care for historical accuracy and depth. Learn more about our vision here.

Fragments of rebellion: the “Five Days of Milan”

Start tour

Ptolemy

All our content is conceived and written by our editorial team, consisting of students and recent graduates in Cultural Heritage, Ancient and Medieval History, and Arts.

Last updated on April 22, 2024

contact@ptolemy.app https://www.ptolemy.app/https://www.instagram.com/ptolemytravel https://www.facebook.com/ptolemytravel

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