Centro Storico
Milan
Visit Centro Storico
Popular places to visit
Cathedral of Milan
The largest church in Italy towers above the city center, where a gold-coated statue of the Madonna watches over Milan.
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.
Teatro alla Scala
Enjoy classical music, see a ballet or discover the history of opera at this world famous theater and museum.
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.
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.
Pinacoteca di Brera
This former monastery is home to some of the most notable artworks in Europe, and stands out for its neoclassical and romantic collections.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Milan Hop-on Hop-off
Milan in One Day with Skip-the-Line The Last Supper & Duomo Cathedral
Milan's Last Supper: VIP Tour with Skip-the-Line Access
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall
Historical Tour of Milan & The Last Supper
Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in Centro Storico
Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo
Excellent location!
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
The Square Milano Duomo - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Staff was extremely help and as a single senior assisted me me various questions and issues. Great staff.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione
Perfect
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Hotel Brunelleschi
Upon arrival was given an upgrade. Room clean and comfortable. Would stay there again. Location was perfect.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Tivoli President Milano Hotel
Great staff
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hotel Cavour
Great location!
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
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 Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Via Cusani Tram Stop or Cairoli Station to get around town.
Borgonuovo
While you're in Borgonuovo, take in top sights like Armani Megastore or Via Montenapoleone Fashion District, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Montenapoleone M3 Tram Stop or Montenapoleone Station.
San Babila
Discover San Babila, memorable for its shopping. Popular attractions in San Babila include Piazza San Babila and Teatro 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 Basilica di San Simpliciano and Antonio Colombo Arte Contemporanea.
