Milan:  Otello at la Scala

For opera lovers, attending a performance at Teatro alla Scala in Milan is a dream come true and an unmissable experience. With this exclusive getaway, M&O invites you to step into operatic history with an exceptional performance of Verdi’s Otello.

The capital of Lombardy, Milan blends historic heritage, artistic creativity and contemporary boldness with remarkable harmony. A city synonymous with opera, it has nurtured a passionate relationship with music for centuries, providing the perfect setting for this journey dedicated to Verdi.

The highlight of your stay will be an unforgettable evening at La Scala, marking the opening of its opera season with Otello, the masterpiece that premiered here in 1887. Conducted by Myung-Whun Chung and presented in a new production directed by Damiano Michieletto, Brian Jagde will perform the title role, alongside Luca Salsi as Iago and Eleonora Buratto as Desdemona.

Your stay also includes a private guided tour on a theme of your choice: discover the charming Navigli canals in the heart of the city, explore the Brera district and its renowned art gallery, or experience Milan’s contemporary side and its striking new skyline. The choice is yours!

• Saturday, 12 December 2026: Arrival in Milan
• Sunday, 13 December 2026: Private Tour & Otello
• Monday, 14 December 2026: Departure

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Saturday, 12 December 2026

Arrival in Milan 

• On arrival in Milan
• Installation in the hotel of your choice
• Night in your hotel

Sunday, 13 December 2026

Private Tour & Your Evening at Otello

• In the morning, your guide will suggest a tour on one of the themes of your choice
• 8pm, Otello at Teatro alla Scala, in orchestra seats (platea)
• Night in your hotel

 

Monday, 14 December 2026

Departure

• Breakfast at your hotel
• Free Departure from Milan

In order to make your stay in Milan as pleasant as possible, we suggest different themes for visits in the city:

• The Cathedral
• The Sforza Castle
• From the Navigli canals to the center of the city
• The Brera district and its Pinacoteca
• The contemporary city with the new skyline
• Promenade de la Beauté, a real favourite

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Milan - The Cathedral

Complete visit of the cathedral with the panoramic terraces and the archaeological part.
Visit of the musical museum of La Scala with the walk in the Gallery

Milan - Visit to the Sforza Castle

Walk through the most beautiful courtyards of the castle where Duke Ludovico used to exchange with Leonardo da Vinci all possible projects of the city.

Visit the musical museum, the sculpture of Michelangelo Leonardo's fresco of 1498 and the ancient art.

According to your wishes, you have the possibility to see the courtyards of the castle without passing through the entrance of the museum as well as to add the visit of the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana.

Duration: 3 hours - except on Monday 

Milan - From the Navigli canals to the city center 

A pleasant walk in one of the liveliest districts. An opportunity to get to know the real life of the city and the many places (restaurants, pubs, etc.) where you can return in the evening.
You will also have the opportunity to follow the Lombard courtyards with their typical bistro houses, the park of the basilicas and the wonderful Portinari chapel, a work of Renaissance architecture when possible.

 

Milan - The district of Brera and its Pinacoteca

Art lovers can't miss this visit.

From Piazza Scala, we will take you to the Pinacoteca di Brera, where you can admire the ancient and modern art of Milan. The greatest works of art of the Renaissance: Raffaello, Mantegna, Bramante, Caravaggio and many other great works with the description of a private guide just for you!

 

Milan - The contemporary city with the new Skyline 

Lovers of contemporary architecture can't miss this tour!

Starting from Piazza Scala, we will take you through the Brera art district, where you can admire the Church of Love that represents the beginning of the Renaissance with the Sforza Family, as well as a walk between the new Skyline

Duration: 3 hours

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