Centro Storico Travel Guide

Milan

Centro Storico
Centro Storico
Centro Storico
Centro Storico
Centro Storico

Popular places to visit

Piazza del Duomo showing street scenes, a square or plaza and a monument

Piazza del Duomo

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.

Piazza del Duomo
Cathedral of Milan showing a church or cathedral, night scenes and heritage architecture

Cathedral of Milan

The largest church in Italy towers above the city center, where a gold-coated statue of the Madonna watches over Milan.

Cathedral of Milan
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II featuring heritage architecture, a castle and night scenes

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Prada, Gucci and Louis Vuitton are just some of the big names of fashion that you’ll find in one of the world’s oldest shopping centers.

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Teatro alla Scala showing heritage architecture, a monument and a statue or sculpture

Teatro alla Scala

Enjoy classical music, see a ballet or discover the history of opera at this world famous theater and museum.

Teatro alla Scala
Via Montenapoleone Fashion District

Via Montenapoleone Fashion District

During your trip to Milan, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Via Montenapoleone Fashion District. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its charming cafes.

Via Montenapoleone Fashion District
Milan Fashion District

Milan Fashion District

During your visit to Milan, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Milan Fashion District. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Milan Fashion District

Things to do

Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour

Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour

฿3,702
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

฿3,366
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Historical Tour of Milan & The Last Supper
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall

Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall

฿935
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall
Semi-Private: Skip-the-Line Best of Milan & The Last Supper

Milan Duomo & The Last Supper Skip the Line Guided Tour

฿3,782
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Milan Duomo & The Last Supper Skip the Line Guided Tour
Direct access to Milan Duomo Cathedral + Rooftop Guided Tour

Direct access to Milan Duomo Cathedral + Rooftop Guided Tour

฿2,692
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Direct access to Milan Duomo Cathedral + Rooftop Guided Tour
Cathedral in Milan

Milan in One Day with Skip-the-Line The Last Supper & Duomo Cathedral

฿5,048
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Milan in One Day with Skip-the-Line The Last Supper & Duomo Cathedral
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Top hotels in Centro Storico

Uptown Palace

Uptown Palace

4 out of 5
Via Santa Sofia N.10, Milan, MI
The price is ฿6,226 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿6,226
฿7,380 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location! Very good hotel with excellent quality and service. Congratulations to all the staff."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Uptown Palace
Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo

Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo

4 out of 5
Piazza Giuseppe Missori 1, Milan, MI
The price is ฿8,401 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿8,401
฿9,773 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,145 reviews)
"Fantastic Hotel with modern rooms and facilities. Great location as only minutes to the Duomo. The Rooftop bar/restaurant is a must! Staff were excellent and attended to all our needs."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo
Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione

Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione

4 out of 5
P.za Fontana 3, Milan, MI
The price is ฿14,158 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿14,158
฿16,105 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Outstanding location right by the Duomo, all modern amenities, received premium service that came with the apartment (including club access with free beverages/drinks and snacks). Only stayed one night but could easily spending a Milan trip time in this hotel. A special thank you to Fabio, the concierge ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione
Hotel Cavour

Hotel Cavour

4 out of 5
Via Fatebenefratelli 21, Milan, MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,771 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿6,771
฿7,980 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (1,005 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with a boutique vibe. Very convenient to what you want to see and do in Milan - the Galleria, Duomo, shopping and more. Only a 10 minute taxi to Centrale station. A 10 minute walk takes you to a pedestrian-only area filled with restaurants and bars. Can't comment on the restaurant since ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Hotel Cavour
Hotel Brunelleschi

Hotel Brunelleschi

4 out of 5
Via Flavio Baracchini 12, Milan, MI
The price is ฿5,774 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿5,774
฿6,883 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Milan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,175 reviews)
"Parking is awful!!"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Hotel Brunelleschi
iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori

iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori

4 out of 5
Galleria del Corso, Piazza Cesare Beccaria, 3, Milan, MI
The price is ฿6,685 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿6,685
฿7,885 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Milan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"I would have"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori
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Other neighbourhoods around Centro Storico

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II featuring heritage architecture, a castle and night scenes

Milan Centre

4.5/5(377 area reviews)

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.

Milan Centre
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II showing shopping, interior views and heritage architecture

Scala

While you're in Scala, take in top sights like Teatro alla Scala or Piazza della Scala, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Teatro alla Scala Tram Stop or Montenapoleone M3 Tram Stop.

Scala
Pinacoteca di Brera which includes heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

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.

Brera
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Photo by Nikolai Karaneschev (CC BY)

San Babila

Discover San Babila, memorable for its shopping. Popular attractions in San Babila include Piazza San Babila and San Babila, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at San Babila Station.

San Babila
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San Marco

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting San Marco, you might make a stop by sights like Corriere della Sera and Cerchia dei Navigli.

San Marco
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Guastalla

While you're in Guastalla, take in top sights like Piazza Cinque Giornate or Il Tempio Israelitico di Milano, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Via Lamarmora Tram Stop or Via Lamarmora - Via Commenda Tram Stop.

Guastalla

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