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
City Sightseeing Milan Hop-on Hop-off
Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour
Full Day Tour from Milan to Cinque Terre National Park
Milan in One Day with Skip-the-Line The Last Supper & Duomo Cathedral
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall
Historical Tour of Milan & The Last Supper
Top hotels in Centro Storico
Hotel Cavour
Uptown Palace
"This is one of my favorite hotels. To start with, the staff are very friendly; the cleanliness is excellent, and the breakfasts are great. The location is perfect—you can walk Duomo and galleria , and if you need to do some shopping, there is a pharmacy, a grocery store, a gelato shop, and restaurants ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione
"Great property in an excellent location"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hotel Brunelleschi
"Handy for city centre - cathedral, etc, but not a particularly attractive area - loads of 1980's tower blocks. The hotel itself is fine for a few nights, but that's all. Milan is expensive, so don't be surprised by the prices at all the city centre hotels never mind this one."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Tivoli President Milano Hotel
iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori
"It was ok over"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in 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.
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.
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.
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.
Porta Venezia
Spas, historical sites and shopping highlight some notable features of Porta Venezia. Make a stop by Milan Planetarium or Corso Buenos Aires while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Porta Venezia M1 Tram Stop or Porta Venezia Station to get around town.
