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    Duomo di Milano

    4.7 (367 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Samuel L.

    This rooftop is definitely a must-visit spot, but here is my honest review. A lot of online guides say the escalator is necessary, but I personally recommend just walking up the stairs; it only takes about 5 to 7 minutes and saves you the wait. The actual rooftop space is a bit smaller than I expected, but the view is undeniably stunning. My biggest piece of advice is to buy an early entry ticket. If you go during peak hours, it gets extremely crowded and your photos will just have a sea of tourists in the background. It is totally worth it for the pictures, but make sure to go early!

    David G.

    One of my Favs...and a must visit in the center of old Milan. It is just a drop dead stunning Church with a roof tour and stunning views. History and Architecture rolled up in one. Every time I go and you should too. Plenty of dinning and shopping are footsteps away as well.

    Max P.

    Truly, as soon as I set eyes on this beautiful Cathedral I was awe-strucked! No words to describe the sheer size and beauty of it. A wonderful experience to behold.

    Benny H.

    A few of my favorite games had areas based on this place so I really wanted to check it out. Honestly, it's one of the most amazing piece of art in terms of a building being the art I've ever seen. I don't understand how they were able to make things like the Duomo which are so grand with most buildings today seeming so generic. This is a large cathedral l and you can even go to the top. Ton of people in the top, but amazing views. I think this is easily one of the best places I've visited in Europe and highly suggest checking it out.

    Helen H.

    The cathedral is one of the main attractions in Milan, so it's a must. It is a sight to behold. Construction began in 1386 and it was finally completed in 1965. We purchased the combo lift ticket, which included the interior of the Duomo, terraces, Duomo Museum, and Church of San Gottardo. We ended up not going to the museum or church as we didn't know they were separate buildings. The rooftop lift is small and only fits a few people. The terraces were extensive. From up there, you can admire some of the 135 spires that make up the cathedral. You can also sit on the slanted roof to take in the views of the city. There is no lift to go down, so be prepared for lots of narrow stairs. We then walked around the interior of the cathedral. The stained glass was nice, but I couldn't help but compare it to Sagrada Família. Be aware that there is a dress code- shoulders and knees must be covered. I think it doesn't matter if you're only going on the terrace, but I saw people covered up inside the cathedral.

    The model of Il Duomo found in the museum is quite impressive, easily the highlight of the museum.
    Warren D.

    Date of visit: May 25, 2025 We visited because this is one the the Must See places in Milan, but we all came away a bit underwhelmed. Not that the building isn't grand (it is) or that the stained glass is not impressive (it is) but that it struggles to be both a tourist site as well as a working church. The museum has a number of old artifacts in relatively good shape still, but there is not much in terms of information on the items to tell me why I am looking at them. I can appreciate their age, but just because something is old and has survived the ravages of time does not necessarily mean it is important or noteworthy. The archaeological site in the basement is of passing interest as well, but again, nothing remarkable. If you're not overly religious and/or short on time, you could probably appreciate the building enough from the outside without navigating through the numerous ticket options to gain entrance to Il Duomo and its museum.

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    Arshad H.

    Duomo di Milano (Milan's Cathedral) is a must see and the highlight of any visit to Milan. This Gothic architectural marvel will take your breath away with its detailed facade, and massive stained glass windows. It's one of the largest churches in the world and one will be in total awe after setting foot inside the cathedral. Tickets to visit can be purchased online or at the ticket counter. Fearing crowds and eager to take in this magnificent site, I purchased a fast track ticket to the rooftop (30 Euros = $32 USD) which provided entry to the inside as well. A quick elevator ride to the top provided me with panoramic views of the city and beautiful spots from where I could take some pictures. It's worth mentioning that even though there is an elevator ride to the rooftop, there were about an additional 100 stairs on the roof that one had to traverse leading to the exit to the interior of the cathedral. I lost count of how many further steps one had to take to go down, as there was no elevator option. Overall I enjoyed visiting this cathedral and bypassing the throngs of tourists. At night the plaza in front of the cathedral comes alive with dancing, singing and other merriment.

    Lakeisha W.

    A stunning manifestation of human talent! The Duomo Milan was a short, 7-min walk from hotel and the first stop for must visitors. I was able to secure tickets for entry, in addition to the rooftop experience, right on the spot.

    Maruko X.

    The Milan Cathedral, Duomo di Milano, is the cathedral church of Milan, which is the seat of the Archbishop of Milan, currently Archbishop Mario Delpini. The cathedral took nearly six centuries to complete, and it is the largest church in Italy, also the fifth largest Christian church in the world. It has convenient public transportation nearby, and attracts tourists from all over the places. Advance tickets are highly recommend, so you can save time and get in the faster line. Visiting during the morning times are also recommended if you generally try to avoid the vast amount of people surrounding you. Be prepared to climb the stairs in the narrow space if you're going up to the terraces, elevators are not really necessary, as there are two layers of stairs you'll need to go through anyway. You can either go to the terrace first and then visit inside the church or reverse the order. There's also the archaeological area in the basement worth exploring if you have time.

    The tallest building in Milan. No building can be taller than. The Virgin Mary atop the spire.
    Patti C.

    We took a guided tour including the terraces which was great. We got alot of history and stories. This cathedral was built for the Virgin Mary. The views from the terraces are amazing so don't skip that unless you have walking issues. The 2 hrs was a good amount of time for us but if you want to spend more time inside would recommend just getting a skip the line ticket and go on your own. The Piazza is pretty with shops and cafes to enjoy.

    Christine W.

    The Duomo, one of the largest gothic cathedral was fascinating. If you do decide to go, choose to have a guide to best inform yourself of the history aside from reading.

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    Ang S.

    Duomo di Milano (Milan Cathedral) is a gorgeous and massive Gothic cathedral in Milan, Italy. It is known for its stunning architecture, vast scale, and intricate details - absolutely gorgeous stained-glass windows, statues, and hundreds of gargoyles. Rooftop terrace provides breathtaking views of Milan, but you'll have to purchase additional tickets in addition to the entry tickets to view the museum and rooftop. They're open 9am-7pm. There is also a dress code to keep shoulders and knees covered (they'll provide you a coverup if you're not.

    Jill R.

    It had nice views- we didn't realize only an evaluator up but not back down. ( until we were at the top already) Plz beware if you have any concerns. ( or maybe you can ask prior but not sure maybe available if for any special circumstances perhaps) While we were walking around on the top level- we found another staircase to go higher to another rooftop higher- which we didn't realize until we merged in that line. The views were all very pretty and we took some good photos. Enjoy

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    San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore - In the worship hall

    San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore

    4.9(7 reviews)
    0.9 kmCentro Storico

    The Duomo is Milan's most beautiful church by exterior, but he has a competitor for the most…read morebeautiful church by interior: San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, a former nunnery! Behind a virtually nonexistence facade, San Maurizio hides perhaps one of the most ornate church interiors and can actually compete with the famous Sistine Chapel. From the moment you step in the door - assuming you finally find the right door - you will be awed by the incredibly colorful paintings that surround you! Despite being in a small room, the vast amount of the beautiful paintings can spell-bind you for a while. Additionally, for the first time in history, you as a public member can finally pass through the partition wall into the previously restricted nunnery hall! Like the public worship hall across the wall, the nunnery hall is also filled with paintings. However, while the worship hall paintings are intended to awe the public the divine grace with vibrant colors, the nunnery hall paintings intend to invoke piety with serenely-colored examples of female saints. You can admire for a few minutes or examine for hours, but this church is certainly a sight that you should not miss! Did I miss it's free to enter? --- tl;dr version: 1) Perhaps Milan's most beautiful interior 2) Small spaces that are filled with marvelous paintings 3) Free sight that should not be missed

    This is one of the most beautiful churches I have seen in Italy…read more Considered the "Sistine Chapel" of Milano, San Maurizio is overwhelmingly blessed with walls and ceilings decorated by one of the masters of frescoes Bernardino Luini and his sons. Entering through the doorway of the Archeological Museum, you walk to the left to the entrance. Once inside, your eyes are mesmerized by the frescoes of men and women dressed in flowing robes as appropriate in the mid-1500s. There is a huge organ on the second floor looming over wooden choir seats. The frescoes are on a wall separating the church where the general masses sit and the hidden portion of the church where nuns par tipster in the service. The towards the back are frescoes from passages of the Bible such as Noah's Ark, the passion of Christ, etc. The volume of art was spectacular. Having just been restored the color are so freshr-looking you could be looking at the scenes as they would have appeared when the Master artists finished their work. Entrance is free but please do tmake a donation to support this incredible treasure.

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    San Bernardino alle Ossa - All bones protected by wire

    San Bernardino alle Ossa

    4.6(12 reviews)
    0.3 kmCentro Storico

    Best known for its Ossuary, a small side chapel with high walls that is almost all entirely…read moredecorated with human bones. The origin story is a cemetery was running out of room and bones started to get stored in this small chapel, it continued to be added to and decorated with human remains. They are all arranged decoratively and form patterns, the most interesting ones to me are the giant crosses on opposing walls. It's macabre and not for everyone but it was one of the first destinations I want to go to. The good thing is they open at 8am for early risers and its a good way to avoid the inventible crowds in this tiny room. From the main church you turn left down a dark hallway to get to the Ossuary. The entrance is small and people will crowd around as this is the main attratcion. Outside on the right side is another large church you can go into, the lighting is insane and the time I went light happened to be falling quietly and elegantly on some empty chairs. This church is HUGE and much larger than it appears on the outside. Getting in is kind of confusing since they doors aren't open and aren't clearly marked but worth checking out as well.

    San Bernardino alle Ossa is known for having an Ossuary Chapel clad in human bones. This was by far…read morethe craziest thing I saw in Milan, and I would highly recommend checking it out. This church of medieval origin stands on the site of an ancient cemetery. It was rebuilt several times (it was destroyed by the collapse of the old bell tower of Santo Stefano in 1642 and by fire in 1712). The building, designed by Carlo Giuseppe Merlo, was finished in 1754. It has a central floor plan and a dome with elliptical oculi. An atrium leads to the Ossuary Chapel, a square chamber with frescoed ceiling whose every architectural detail is clad in human bones. There must be thousands of former human beings in there... I can't confirm if this is true, but allegedly, the bones are from people who died of the plague.

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