Centro Storico Travel Guide

Milan

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)
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.
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Things to do

City Sightseeing Milan Hop-on Hop-off

City Sightseeing Milan Hop-on Hop-off

£21
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

£85
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

£21
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall
Split image of the Last Supper and the Cathedral of Milan

Historical Tour of Milan & The Last Supper

£81
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Historical Tour of Milan & The Last Supper
From Genoa: day trip with Portofino private boat ride

From Genoa: day trip with Portofino private boat ride

£81
per adult
From Genoa: day trip with Portofino private boat ride
Milan's Last Supper: VIP Tour with Skip-the-Line Access

Milan's Last Supper: VIP Tour with Skip-the-Line Access

£146
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Milan's Last Supper: VIP Tour with Skip-the-Line Access
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Top hotels in Centro Storico

Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione

Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione

4 out of 5
P.za Fontana 3 Milan MI
The price is £296 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
£296
12 Nov - 13 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 £158 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£158
25 Oct - 26 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 ...
Uptown Palace
Hotel Cavour

Hotel Cavour

4 out of 5
Via Fatebenefratelli 21 Milan MI
The price is £153 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£153
22 Nov - 23 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. ...
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 £186 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£186
15 Nov - 16 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 ...
Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo
iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori

iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori

4 out of 5
Galleria del Corso Milan MI
The price is £179 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£179
15 Nov - 16 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean, breakfast was good"

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori
B&B HOTEL Milano Duomo Velasca

B&B HOTEL Milano Duomo Velasca

Via Alberico Albricci 5 Milan MI
The price is £132 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£132
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Milan are ...
8.2/10 Very good! (115 reviews)
"The room and bathroom were very comfortable and the breakfast was very good. The location was convenient. However, the trams went right past our window every 10 minutes and were very loud. There was only one elevator and it was very slow. The staff tried to be helpful but were young and inexperienced ..."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

B&B HOTEL Milano Duomo Velasca
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Where to stay in Centro Storico

Find the best Centro Storico areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Centro Storico
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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.

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