Milan Cathedral
A vast Gothic cathedral of pink-white marble bristling with spires and statues - the symbol of Milan, with a rooftop you can walk among the pinnacles.
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Illustrative image - a scene in the spirit of the place, not a photograph of it. Real photos are below.
The Duomo of Milan is one of the largest and most elaborate Gothic cathedrals in the world, a vast confection of pink-tinged white marble that took six centuries to build, bristling with thousands of statues and a forest of spires crowned by a golden Madonna. Its greatest wonder is the rooftop, where visitors walk among the pinnacles and flying buttresses high above the city.
What you actually see
- The marble facade - the vast ornate Gothic front bristling with statues.
- The rooftop terraces - the walk among the spires and pinnacles with a city view.
- The interior - the soaring nave and stained glass.
- The Galleria - the grand glass-roofed shopping arcade beside the square.
When to go
Year-round; a clear day for the rooftop terraces, which are the highlight. Book ahead and go early to avoid the security queues and crowds on the square.
Honest expectations
The rooftop is the star, reached by stairs or a lift for an extra fee, and can queue. The square is busy and plagued by touts and pigeon-feed scammers. The cathedral interior is vast but dim; the marble exterior and roof are the wonder.
Nearby
The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele and La Scala are alongside; the Last Supper is a short ride.
What to pack for Milan Cathedral
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Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures change - check the official source before you go: official site.
