Best Things to See in Milan | Top Experiences, Sites and Tours
Discover Milan's artistic soul and architectural marvels with this guide to its top attractions. From Leonardo da Vinci's masterpieces and Gothic cathedrals to modern design and vibrant canal life, explore the diverse beauty of Italy's fashion capital.
The Last Supper
Leonardo da Vinci's iconic mural, located in the Dominican dining hall of Santa Maria delle Grazie, is a masterpiece known for its use of perspective and dramatic storytelling and is a must-see when visiting Milan.
Milan Duomo
The Milan Cathedral, commissioned in 1386, is second only to St Peter's Basilica in size in Italy with 12,000 ft of marble supported by 52 pillars and a rooftop with 135 spires and 3400 statues.
Pinacoteca di Brera
The Pinacoteca di Brera is located in the Palazzo Brera and was established in the early 19th century to house looted art by Napoleon and features works by Italian masters.
Teatro alla Scala
La Scala is a world-renowned opera house that opened in the late 1700s and has hosted performances by the biggest names in opera.
Leonardo Da Vinci Statue
Commissioned in 1857, the statue of Leonardo da Vinci by Petro Magny commemorates the artist's 400th birthday and stands in Piazza de la Scala.
Branca Tower
The 108-meter-tall Branca Tower, built in 1933, offers sweeping views of the city from its observatory.
Arco della Pace
The Arco della Pace was built in the early 19th century to honor Napoleon.
Bosco Verticale
The Bosco Verticale is an iconic skyscraper featuring over 15,000 plants and 90 different species of trees, symbolizing green urban development.
Sforza Castle
The Sforza Castle was built in the late 1300s to defend the city and later became a Renaissance palace with Leonardo da Vinci as a guest.
Navigli
The Navigli neighborhood, with canals dating back to the 12th century and enhanced by Leonardo da Vinci, is known for its bars, cafes, restaurants, and art galleries.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Built at the end of the 19th century to celebrate the unification of Italy, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II features incredible mosaics and a glass dome, where visitors spin on the balls of a bull for good luck.
Santa Maria delle Grazie
Santa Maria delle Grazie is the home of the Last Supper.
Piazza della Scala
Piazza de la Scala is where the Leonardo da Vinci statue is located.
Palazzo di Brera
The Palazzo Brera houses the Pinacoteca di Brera and originally housed looted art by Napoleon.
Parco Sempione
Parco Sempione is a well-manicured park near the Branca Tower and Sforza Castle.