Centro Storico Travel Guide

Milan

A historic European town with old buildings, narrow streets, and a hill in the background.
A hillside town with terracotta-tiled roofs and historic buildings.
A busy urban street with tram tracks, pedestrians, and historic buildings.
A densely packed urban street with historic buildings featuring red-tiled roofs and traditional architecture.
A slice of cake with whipped cream on a plate, a fork, and a cup of coffee with a napkin.

Stay near popular Centro Storico attractions

A grand cathedral with intricate Gothic architecture, a historic archway, and a spacious plaza.

Piazza del Duomo

9.4/10 (12,832 reviews)
Milan’s main square is surrounded by some of the most significant buildings in the city, including one of the world’s oldest shopping malls and the largest church in Italy.
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Things to do

City Sightseeing Milan Hop-on Hop-off

City Sightseeing Milan Hop-on Hop-off

ΰΈΏ812
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Milan Hop-on Hop-off
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall

Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall

ΰΈΏ956
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall
DayTrip to Como, Bellagio and Lugano from Milan with Lake Como Cruise

DayTrip to Como, Bellagio and Lugano from Milan with Lake Como Cruise

ΰΈΏ3,027
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
DayTrip to Como, Bellagio and Lugano from Milan with Lake Como Cruise
Milan: Cathedral and Duomo's Terraces Entrance Ticket

Milan: Cathedral and Duomo's Terraces Entrance Ticket

ΰΈΏ994
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Milan: Cathedral and Duomo's Terraces Entrance Ticket
Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour

Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour

ΰΈΏ3,784
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour
Split image of the Last Supper and the Cathedral of Milan

Historical Tour of Milan & The Last Supper

ΰΈΏ3,595
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Historical Tour of Milan & The Last Supper
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Top hotels in Centro Storico

Hotel Cavour

Hotel Cavour

4 out of 5
Via Fatebenefratelli 21 Milan MI
The price is ΰΈΏ9,906 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
ΰΈΏ9,906
ΰΈΏ11,661 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"What a great experience. We had the remodeled rooms and it was clean, beautiful and spacious . Perfect location to all shopping and attractions . Riyad and Ali at the front desk made our stay very comfortable with the kindness, friendliness and being fully attentive. We look forward to coming back ..."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Hotel Cavour
Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo

Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo

4 out of 5
Piazza Giuseppe Missori 1 Milan MI
The price is ΰΈΏ10,232 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
ΰΈΏ10,232
ΰΈΏ12,020 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo
Uptown Palace

Uptown Palace

4 out of 5
Via Santa Sofia N.10 Milan MI
The price is ΰΈΏ9,585 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
ΰΈΏ9,585
ΰΈΏ11,308 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,018 reviews)
"It is an excellent property with easy reach to Dumo and shopping. Staff is very helpful and welcoming. Breakfast and the views are amazing."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Uptown Palace
iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori

iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori

4 out of 5
Galleria del Corso Milan MI
The price is ΰΈΏ8,552 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
ΰΈΏ8,552
ΰΈΏ10,172 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori
Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione

Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione

4 out of 5
P.za Fontana 3 Milan MI
The price is ΰΈΏ13,590 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
ΰΈΏ13,590
ΰΈΏ15,713 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione
The Square Milano Duomo - Preferred Hotels & Resorts

The Square Milano Duomo - Preferred Hotels & Resorts

4 out of 5
Via Alberico Albricci, 2-4 Milan MI
The price is ΰΈΏ14,529 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
ΰΈΏ14,529
ΰΈΏ16,747 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"The location of this hotel is excellent, just a 7 minute walk to the Duomo. The hotel is very well maintained, clean rooms and excellent employees all the way around. They were very friendly and helpful. My husband had the breakfast at the hotel and said it was great. We would definitely stay there ..."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

The Square Milano Duomo - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
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Where to stay in Centro Storico

Find the best Centro Storico areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Centro Storico
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A grand, illuminated archway with intricate carvings and a glass dome.

Milan Centre

Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Milan are top sights in Milan Centre, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duomo Station or Via Orefici P.za Cordusio Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

A modern train station with a distinctive curved roof and multiple tracks.

Central Station

Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Central Station. Corso Buenos Aires is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Via Settembrini Tram Stop or Via Vitruvio Tram Stop to see more of Milan.

A grand staircase with ornate balustrades and a woman walking down it.

Brera

Shopping, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of Brera. Make a stop by Pinacoteca di Brera or Orto Botanico di Brera while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Via Cusani Tram Stop or Cairoli Station to get around town.

A canal with buildings on either side, a bridge, and reflections in the water.

Navigli

Navigli is a destination travellers like for its art galleries, and you might hop aboard the metro at Via Valenza Alzaia Nav. Grande Tram Stop or Porta Genova M2 Tram Stop to explore sights like Darsena.

A large classical building with statues on the roof and a well-maintained lawn in front.
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Porta Venezia

Spas, historical sites and shopping highlight some notable features of Porta Venezia. Make a stop by Milan Planetarium or Corso Buenos Aires while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Porta Venezia M1 Tram Stop or Porta Venezia Station to get around town.

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