Centro Storico Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Centro Storico
Popular places to visit
Cathedral of Milan
Climb to the top of the biggest church in Italy to gaze across the city’s rooftops and count the many spires that help make this Milan’s most recognisable landmark.
Piazza del Duomo
The central square in Milan is a meeting spot for locals and the most popular attraction for visitors who come to sightsee, eat and shop.
Teatro alla Scala
Be dazzled by the rich interior of this famous opera house while you watch performances of ballet, opera and classical music or tour the on-site museum.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
One of the oldest shopping centres in the world is known for its fine dining, iconic luxury labels and stores selling goods from local craftsmen.
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.
Pinacoteca di Brera
Milan’s main public gallery is housed in a former 14th-century monastery and features works by famous artists such as Caravaggio and Raphael.
Activities
City Sightseeing Milan Hop-on Hop-off
Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour
Milan's Last Supper: VIP Tour with Skip-the-Line Access
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall
Historical Tour of Milan & The Last Supper
Milan in One Day with Skip-the-Line The Last Supper & Duomo Cathedral
Our pick of the best Centro Storico Hotel Deals
Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo
We stayed for 3 nights before ski trip to Switzerland . Great location , fantastic breakfast .. great staff. Bravo .
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
The Square Milano Duomo - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Staff was extremely help and as a single senior assisted me me various questions and issues. Great staff.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione
Perfect
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Hotel Brunelleschi
Excellent amenities and great location
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Tivoli President Milano Hotel
Great staff
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hotel Cavour
Great location!
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Storico
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.
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.
Brera
Shopping, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of Brera. Make a stop by Pinacoteca di Brera or Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Via Cusani Tram Stop or Cairoli Station to get around town.
Borgonuovo
While you're in Borgonuovo, take in top sights like Armani Megastore or Via Montenapoleone Fashion District, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Montenapoleone M3 Tram Stop or Montenapoleone Station.
San Marco
While visiting San Marco, you might make a stop by sights like Corriere della Sera and Basilica di San Simpliciano.
Magenta
Noted for its churches and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Magenta. Top attractions like Museum of the Last Supper and Santa Maria delle Grazie are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Piazza Virgilio Tram Stop or Via Monti - Piazza Virgilio Tram Stop to see more of the city.
