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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Things to do
Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall
Historical Tour of Milan & The Last Supper
Milan Duomo & The Last Supper Skip the Line Guided Tour
Milan in One Day with Skip-the-Line The Last Supper & Duomo Cathedral
Lake Como and Bellagio with Private Boat Cruise Included
Top hotels in Centro Storico
Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo
Excellent locations, kind and helpful staff .. the breakfast buffet was wonderful too … set me up for the day !
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
The Square Milano Duomo - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Very nice hotel, nice rooms, great friendly staff, very nice location.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione
Staff was amazing
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
iH Hotels Milano Ambasciatori
Clean room and amenities and the friendly staff…Love the location..
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hotel Cavour
Room a bit small but by not European standards. Comfy bed and pillows. Breakfast buffet offered a moderate variety of items from fresh fruit to meats/cheeses. Hot items included eggs and bacon. Coffee was made to order, wonderful cappuccino. Good location and value.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Uptown Palace
The room is well equipped with all comfort options, the cleanliness was top notch and the location is amazing
Reviewed on 8 Dec 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 Marco
While visiting San Marco, you might make a stop by sights like Corriere della Sera and Cerchia dei Navigli.
Guastalla
While you're in Guastalla, take in top sights like Piazza Cinque Giornate or Muba Children's Museum Milan, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Via Lamarmora Tram Stop or Via Lamarmora - Via Commenda Tram Stop.
Porta Venezia
Spas, historical sites and shopping highlight some notable features of Porta Venezia. Make a stop by Milan Planetarium or Porta Venezia while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Porta Venezia M1 Tram Stop or Porta Venezia Station to get around town.
