Centro Storico Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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)
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.
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Activities

Lake Como Photo Experience: Bellagio, Cruise & Lugano from Milan

Lake Como Photo Experience: Bellagio, Cruise & Lugano from Milan

NZ$164
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Lake Como Photo Experience: Bellagio, Cruise & Lugano from Milan
City Sightseeing Milan Hop-on Hop-off

City Sightseeing Milan Hop-on Hop-off

NZ$50
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Milan Hop-on Hop-off
DayTrip to Como, Bellagio and Lugano from Milan with Lake Como Cruise

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

NZ$199
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
DayTrip to Como, Bellagio and Lugano from Milan with Lake Como Cruise
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall

Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall

NZ$50
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall
Milan Duomo Cathedral and Rooftop Terrace Guided Tour

Milan Duomo Cathedral and Rooftop Terrace Guided Tour

NZ$138
per adult
Milan Duomo Cathedral and Rooftop Terrace Guided Tour
Milan: Gelato and Pizza making class

Milan: Gelato and Pizza making class

NZ$181
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Milan: Gelato and Pizza making class
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Our pick of the best Centro Storico Hotel Deals

Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione

Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione

4 out of 5
P.za Fontana 3 Milan MI
The price is NZ$712 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$712
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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
Uptown Palace

Uptown Palace

4 out of 5
Via Santa Sofia N.10 Milan MI
The price is NZ$450 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$450
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Great property at a great location."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Uptown Palace
iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori

iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori

4 out of 5
Galleria del Corso Milan MI
The price is NZ$470 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$470
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Excelente"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori
Hotel Cavour

Hotel Cavour

4 out of 5
Via Fatebenefratelli 21 Milan MI
The price is NZ$416 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$416
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,006 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The staff couldn’t have been more pleasant and helpful. The breakfast was plentiful and the room extremely comfortable. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Hotel Cavour."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 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 NZ$504 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$504
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,406 reviews)
"Great experience!!!!"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo
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 NZ$580 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$580
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, got a quiet upper room with a large balcony! Easy to walk to the Duomo area. Centrally located and near a metro stop. Staff was very pleasant and helpful. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to others!"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

The Square Milano Duomo - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
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Our guide on where to stay in Centro Storico

Find the best Centro Storico areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 historic church with a large circular stained glass window and a statue in front.

Brera

Shopping, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of Brera. Make a stop by Pinacoteca di Brera or Teatro alla Scala 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 historic building with classical architecture, including columns and statues, located at a busy urban intersection.

Porta Venezia

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

Centro Storico Travel Guide

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