Centro Storico Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Centro Storico
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Lake Como and Bellagio with Private Boat Cruise Included
Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ Tickets
Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall
Milan in One Day with Skip-the-Line The Last Supper & Duomo Cathedral
Historical Tour of Milan & The Last Supper
Our pick of the best Centro Storico Hotel Deals
Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo
Nice place, attention was good and great breakfast. Parking was expensive and a nightmare. It was located only 2 blocks from the Hotel but need to drive 3km to access due to streets work. Also parking space was scanty, it was difficult and too long to park. We were afraid to move the car after that. ...
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Hotel Brunelleschi
Clean room, comfortable and great location.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Uptown Palace
Excellent attentive service.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The Square Milano Duomo - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Friendly staff. Clean room. Beautiful decor. TV was a little dated
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione
The room was great and a superb location. The check in was messy as the staff member was new and they lost our luggage for a period if time. He did apologise on check out. Everyone is new at some point. Maybe some better training is required.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Hotel Cavour
Great clean hotel. Close to luxury shopping if you like those...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
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 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.
San Marco
While visiting San Marco, you might make a stop by sights like Corriere della Sera and Cerchia dei Navigli.
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.
Porta Venezia
Spas, historical sites and shopping highlight some notable features of Porta Venezia. Make a stop by Porta Venezia or Galleria d'Arte Moderna while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Porta Venezia M1 Tram Stop or Porta Venezia Station to get around town.
