Centro Storico Travel Guide
Milan
Visit Centro Storico
Popular places to visit
Cathedral of Milan
Find out about the history of Cathedral of Milan, one of the top monuments in Milan. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Piazza del Duomo
You can learn about the local history of Milan during your trip to a well-known site such as Piazza del Duomo. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
During your visit to Milan, you can do some window-shopping at Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.
Teatro alla Scala
Enjoy a show at Teatro alla Scala, a theatre with a story to tell in Milan. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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
You can browse the exhibits at Pinacoteca di Brera, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Milan. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Top hotels in Centro Storico
Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo
Immaculately clean room with an amazing view of the city. The roof top restaurant is not to be missed.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione
The hotel staff was incredible. The room was very clean. Every meal that I had at the Roses Grand restaurant was absolutely delicious.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
The Square Milano Duomo - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Good hotel overall. Staff is friendly and accommodating, they are very particular on where you sit in the restaurant for breakfast though. Overall room was fine and the location is convenient to shopping and the cathedral.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Brunelleschi
My stay was wonderful . It’s not the most modern but it was clean and that’s all that matters . Staff very friendly and helpful. I have mention our house keepers Lucia and Nimfah, they did a wonderful job keeping our room clean. Breakfast was great with wide variety to choose from and included with ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hotel Cavour
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Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Tivoli President Milano Hotel
The location of the hotel in the center of activities in Milan makes it a perfect location.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 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 Teatro Manzoni, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Montenapoleone M3 Tram Stop or Montenapoleone Station.
San Marco
While visiting San Marco, you might make a stop by sights like Antonio Colombo Arte Contemporanea and Galleria Lia Rumma.
Magenta
Noted for its churches and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Magenta. Top attractions like Museum of the Last Supper and Santa Maria delle Grazie are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Piazza Virgilio Tram Stop or Via Monti - Piazza Virgilio Tram Stop to see more of the city.
