Centro Storico Travel Guide
Milan
Visit Centro Storico
Popular places to visit
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.
Cathedral of Milan
The largest church in Italy towers above the city center, where a gold-coated statue of the Madonna watches over Milan.
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.
Teatro alla Scala
Enjoy classical music, see a ballet or discover the history of opera at this world famous theater and 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do
Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall
Milan Duomo & The Last Supper Skip the Line Guided Tour
Milan in One Day with Skip-the-Line The Last Supper & Duomo Cathedral
Milan: Official City Pass with Duomo and Over 10 Attractions
Top hotels in Centro Storico
Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
Uptown Palace
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025
Hotel Brunelleschi
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Hotel Cavour
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori
Reviewed on 16 Jul 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 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 Marco
While visiting San Marco, you might make a stop by sights like Corriere della Sera and Antonio Colombo Arte Contemporanea.
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.
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- More trip options
- Piazza del Duomo
- Cathedral of Milan
- Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
- Teatro alla Scala
- Via Montenapoleone Fashion District
- Castello Sforzesco
- Via Torino
- Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio
- San Babila
- Biblioteca Ambrosiana
- Armani Megastore
- Statue of Leonardo Da Vinci
- Torre Velasca
- Piazza della Scala
- Royal Palace of Milan