The Tourist Route

The Tourist Route Join me, Robert Anderson, as I visit interesting places, uncovering hidden gems and iconic landmarks.

05/12/2025

Witness Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper at Santa Maria delle Grazie. Strictly timed entry gives just 15 minutes to admire this 500-year-old mural — a masterpiece that has survived centuries of history. Book well in advance!

03/12/2025

Explore Sforzesco Castle, Milan’s medieval fortress surrounded by lush parkland. Free to wander its courtyards, and home to Renaissance art, ancient instruments, and even Michelangelo’s unfinished works.

01/12/2025

Marvel at the Duomo di Milano, one of Europe’s most detailed Gothic cathedrals. Walk the roof among its spires for panoramic views, then explore the vast interior filled with stained glass, statues, and centuries of history.

28/11/2025

Milan’s vibrant main square, Piazza del Duomo, is the perfect starting point. Explore the cathedral’s façade, the statue of King Victor Emmanuel II, and the elegant Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II shopping arcade.

26/11/2025

Ride the Bernina Express from Chur to Tirano, crossing the Landwasser Viaduct and the iconic Brusio Spiral. A UNESCO World Heritage route with epic mountain and valley views, finishing at the Italian border.

24/11/2025

Take one of the world’s most scenic train rides, the Glacier Express. This 8-hour journey from Zermatt to St Moritz offers panoramic windows, first-class comfort, and breathtaking views across the Swiss Alps.

21/11/2025

From Visp to Zermatt, discover Switzerland’s most iconic mountain – the Matterhorn. Ride gondolas to Glacier Paradise, Europe’s highest viewing platform, for jaw-dropping Alpine panoramas, glacier caves, and icy adventures.

19/11/2025

Ride trains and gondolas to Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest railway station at 3,454m. Explore tunnels, ice caves, and viewing decks with spectacular Alpine scenery. Pricey, but unforgettable for those chasing mountain views.

17/11/2025

See the stunning restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral, freshly reopened in 2025 after the devastating fire. One of the world’s greatest Gothic masterpieces, it’s free to enter but tickets for time slots go fast — book ahead!

12/11/2025

Explore Tower Bridge like never before! Walk its glass-floored walkways high above the Thames, enjoy city views, and peek into its Victorian engine rooms. A true London icon, best admired at dusk.

10/11/2025

Step inside St Paul’s Cathedral, London’s most iconic dome. A masterpiece of Sir Christopher Wren, it has stood tall through history, from the Great Fire to WWII. Explore its vast interior, climb the dome, and discover heroes resting in the crypt.

07/11/2025

Join me on a 5-day Eurail journey from Edinburgh to Milan! From scenic train rides to iconic landmarks, this first-class rail pass unlocks the best of the UK, France, Switzerland, and Italy. A budget-friendly and unforgettable way to explore Europe.

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