Duomo di Milano
Duomo di Milano
4.5
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
About
The centerpiece of Milan, the Duomo is one of Europe’s greatest architectural and cultural landmarks. As Italy’s largest church and one of the largest in the world, it took over 600 years to build. Today, the Duomo has a capacity of 40,000 people and is home to the world’s second-largest organ. Admire the wide selection of religious art on display inside, or marvel at the 3000 statues that line its Gothic exterior. Be sure to join one of the available Duomo tours, which include art tours and even rooftop tours, where you might be able to see as far as the Italian Alps. – Tripadvisor
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Neighbourhood: Centro Storico
The pulsating core of Milan is in Centro. Duomo Square is enclosed by the gothic cathedral, the historic icon of Milan. However, shopping is what draws most crowds to this area. The classy and versatile Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II with luxury boutiques and high quality restaurants will turn any shopping or lunch expedition into a royal experience. Head to the rooftop of the flagship La Rinascente to enjoy the view of the animated square with a panorama of the Duomo. The Corso Vittorio Emanuele II is the street for high-end shopping. Brands of all kinds and street artists attract the attention of all visitors; while at Via Santa Radegonda 16, Luini Panzerotti is a much appreciated street food shop providing unimaginable culinary experiences. If shopping takes its toll on you, consider visiting Castello Sforzesco, a 15th century castle housing several museums. Those looking to relax can go to Parco Sempione, where nature provides respite from the energy of this dynamic and international city.
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- Duomo • 3 min walk
- Cordusio • 6 min walk
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- Janike1Scottsdale, Arizona202 contributionsThe best!This tour was amazing! Our tour guide, Frederica, had such passion and knowledge. We toured as a family with a three year old, and she was so patient! Friendly, warm, rich in knowledge, and amusing as well, wish we could travel the world with her to make every tour so worthwhile.Visited September 2023Travelled with familyWritten 15 September 2023
- FarquharmarlRye, Australia99 contributionsI got to the top!Sole reason for going to Milan was to climb to rooftop of this beautiful cathedral. I use a walking stick after quite a few falls with broken bones. This was my goal. Cathedral is breathtaking with little statues in the smallest place. The view was amazing but if you go up there always look up as well. I was slow and able to stand to side when got extra busy. Was thankful when a lady came to take me down in lift as stairs going down are hard. Thank you to all the beautiful patient other visitors. Do not miss this cathedral even if your sick of churches. Magnificent portals and inside is so different.Visited August 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 15 September 2023
- Janet C17 contributionsDuomoThis is an amazing cathedral and we have seen many! We have never seen as many statues as are on this one. A must is a trip onto the roof. it actually started to rain heavily but still would not have wanted to miss the experience.Visited September 2023Written 18 September 2023
- he_man_oBellevue, Washington57 contributionsLovely cathedral.Lovely cathedral with an amazing exterior and interior. Sadly the back section by the massive stained glass is closed off so uou cant get a very good look at them. Website to buy tickets is difficult to use. We got the full package tickets (roof + museum + interior) which also includes another museum that we accidentally double booked, so pay extra attention. lines form quickly even before they open so be there early. they make you go to the roof first. even at opening time September it was oppressively sunny and hot. Saw lots of people not adhering to dress code. Museum was ok.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 18 September 2023
- lablife46427 contributionsAmazing… needs to be seenBook to go inside a bed the museum. Lots of history and the museum brings this too Luce in a striking manner. Only criticism is the staff on the ticket/ payment kiosk where unfortunately unfriendly ( which went against the grain as everyone else who we encountered on out trip where really friendly and helpful). Go back and see the Duomo on an evening!Visited August 2023Travelled with familyWritten 21 September 2023
- Gregory CPortland, Oregon105 contributionsTips and tricks for Duomo visit.I pitched our tickets online a week prior to our visit. I chose the lift, church, and museum. I also purchased the audio tour. Both we worth every penny. Suggestions: I chose 11am. We picked up audio guides prior to our lift time. This is a must do! You don’t have to wait in lines. Remember to bring your ID. They hold it until you return the device. When we were finished with our tour (about 1 1/2 hours) we skipped the time to return our audio guides.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 22 September 2023
- SarnyBexleyheath, United Kingdom935 contributionsAmazing roof terracesThe cathedral itself is impressive but what is stunning is the roof terraces. The queue for the booking office was very long - you would be better buying tickets online in advance. The lift to the roof terrace is at the back (outside) the cathedral. The roof terraces themselves are extensive and have lots of access. The cathedral and square was extremely busy - we were there on a Thursday afternoon in term time but it didn't detract from the experience. Definitely worth a visit.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 23 September 2023
- TonyDrum1Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom123 contributionsOverwhelming experienceInitially I had my concerns. The slick ticketing system, gift shop and cost for the toilet made me feel this was a very good money grab from tourists. However, once you enter the cathedral it is hard not to be overwhelmed by the size, detail and history of this building. You could easily sit and look around all day. We went to the terrace by stairs and got a great view of the city. Not sure how safe this would be on a wet day however.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 23 September 2023
- James HOceanside, California649 contributionsAwesome rooftop experience.The rooftop experience is truly incredible. Amazing to see the detailed and precise workmanship on such a grand scale. Inside the dump was beautiful of course, but it doesn’t match the rooftop experience. Fairly lengthy section of th3 roof to explore, no5 just a viewpoin5 o4 two.Visited September 2023Travelled with familyWritten 26 September 2023
- Karenscomments700Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom18 contributionsBeautiful cathedral guided tourWe had an amazing guided tour from Julia, she was extremely knowledgeable and so friendly it really made the visit. I booked this directly with the cathedral. The cathedral itself is stunning but to hear all suit and various points of interest completed the visit. We had the full rooftop and archeological visit it was great and I would definitely recommend this when visiting Milan. Thanks again JuliaVisited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 26 September 2023
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Karim Maarouf
Cairo, Egypt872 contributions
Sept 2020
The Duomo is of course the most famous building in Milan. It is very impressive and the details on the outside are amazing. You can't help but stop and stare at it when you see it. In order to visit the Duomo I would recommend the combination ticket for 17 Euros which grants you access to the inside as well as the rooftops. You can opt to take the stairs or the lift to the roof for an extra 4 Euros. I actually found the rooftop to be more interesting than the inside. The views were nice from the top and it felt like a more unique experience. You can also book the tickets in advance, especially during busy tourist seasons to avoid the otherwise very long lines.
Written 3 October 2020
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thanks_kasey
Naples, Italy26 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
We had an amazing time visiting the Duomo. We went around 9:30am on a Sunday. It wasn’t crowded at all. We bought tickets online that included the Duomo, archeological area, the crypt, lift ride to the roof top, and to the duomo museum (17€ per person, discounts for kids). The lift to the roof top was worth it. The views were amazing. We had to come bCk around 12noon to do the lift because the roof was closed for morning frost. Once we came back, there was a small line. We only waiting like 20 mins.
Written 12 January 2020
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Cazomba
Glasgow, UK43 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We were not let down by the wonderful cathedral, vault areas and the majestic rooftops.
You really wouldn't want to miss this.
Sadly the queuing system needs overhauled - queue to get into the ticket office to be given a ticket to wait on our number being called (after 40 minutes it wasnt - use the machine)
The queues are not managed so there's about a 20 minute bottleneck to get off the roof (non peak February visit). There ARE security staff with radios so would be better if they managed this.
You really wouldn't want to miss this.
Sadly the queuing system needs overhauled - queue to get into the ticket office to be given a ticket to wait on our number being called (after 40 minutes it wasnt - use the machine)
The queues are not managed so there's about a 20 minute bottleneck to get off the roof (non peak February visit). There ARE security staff with radios so would be better if they managed this.
Written 11 February 2020
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RjessMMM
Vancouver, WA561 contributions
Oct 2022
This was the major reason that we flew into Milan. We love gothic churches and was on our bucket list of places to visit. The piazza in from of the church is spectacular and incredibly large. Since we were there off season, while it was still fairly crowded it was not difficult to maneuver. The interior is amazing and the number of photos we took were off the chart. The real joy was the roof. I would highly recommend buying your tickets ahead of time to avoid the queue to get them if you want to ride the elevator which is located in the back off the church. You can certainly walk up the hundreds of stairs but that queue was quick long and with a limited time in Milan, we just wanted to get up top and enjoy the view. It was not cheap but for us well worth the price especially in the time o COVID an no one wearing a mask. You could easily tell when you got to the top who rode the elevator and those who were huffing and puffing trying to catch their breathe when they got to the top. There is no way to wear a mask going up those stairs so it would just take one person to potentially cause an issue. You have an unlimited amount of time to walk around the roof and get a 360 degree view of Milan. There are numerous staff members up top to make sure people do not sit on the walls to take selfies though we saw at least one person being yelled at for ignoring the signs. Regardless of how you came up, you walked down into the church which was no big deal since gravity is in your favor. Would highly recommend visiting and taking your time. Enjoy.
Written 3 November 2022
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ElsieF499
London, UK74 contributions
July 2022
The must see sight in Milan. I booked tickets online the day before and selected the 9.30 time slot (9am was the earliest). I arrived at 9.20 there was no queue and they let me straight in. If you are able to get there first thing before the crowds arrive then there’s no need for a fast track or beat the line ticket.
It is worth noting the entrance to the roof is not via the cathedral, there is a separate entrance around the side. I had intended to go to the roof first before it got too hot (38 degrees forecast!) but entered the cathedral and then found out about the separate entrance. As a result I rushed the cathedral a bit, but in the end it turned out the exit from the roof was into the cathedral which gave me a second chance to explore.
The roof is amazing and a must do, you really appreciate the majesty of it the sculpture from up close. I took the stairs and it wasn’t too bad a climb. The steps are wide and open so is easier to walk up than other churches I have experienced. I was a little out of puff by the top but only a little, anyone with a basic level of fitness should be able to manage it.
The inside of the cathedral itself was impressive but not standout in my opinion. It probably would be more meaningful to people of faith who would probably have been able to identify the saints/disciples in the various sculptures and the biblical scenes in the stained glass windows.
The archaeological site was interesting but a little hard to understand as most of the information was in Italian.
The ticket also includes entry to the Duomo Museum which is mostly sculptures, essentially the practice models for the cathedral. It was interesting enough to wander through but I was glad I hadn’t paid separately for it. What was more impressive was the free art exhibitions in the same building, the former royal palace. The palace has seen better days (crumbling plaster work) but there was something quite charming about a crumbling palace being used to display art. There were hardly any people in the exhibits, they weren’t well signposted. I recommend taking a look at what’s on once you’ve finished with the Duomo, the exhibits I went to were on the first hall.
It is worth noting the entrance to the roof is not via the cathedral, there is a separate entrance around the side. I had intended to go to the roof first before it got too hot (38 degrees forecast!) but entered the cathedral and then found out about the separate entrance. As a result I rushed the cathedral a bit, but in the end it turned out the exit from the roof was into the cathedral which gave me a second chance to explore.
The roof is amazing and a must do, you really appreciate the majesty of it the sculpture from up close. I took the stairs and it wasn’t too bad a climb. The steps are wide and open so is easier to walk up than other churches I have experienced. I was a little out of puff by the top but only a little, anyone with a basic level of fitness should be able to manage it.
The inside of the cathedral itself was impressive but not standout in my opinion. It probably would be more meaningful to people of faith who would probably have been able to identify the saints/disciples in the various sculptures and the biblical scenes in the stained glass windows.
The archaeological site was interesting but a little hard to understand as most of the information was in Italian.
The ticket also includes entry to the Duomo Museum which is mostly sculptures, essentially the practice models for the cathedral. It was interesting enough to wander through but I was glad I hadn’t paid separately for it. What was more impressive was the free art exhibitions in the same building, the former royal palace. The palace has seen better days (crumbling plaster work) but there was something quite charming about a crumbling palace being used to display art. There were hardly any people in the exhibits, they weren’t well signposted. I recommend taking a look at what’s on once you’ve finished with the Duomo, the exhibits I went to were on the first hall.
Written 15 July 2022
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LivingLovingItaly
Naples, Italy1,144 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
One of the most impressive churches in the world. There are 38,000 statues, a tour of roof top views, a sun-dial, a nail from the Cross stored in a cross in the ceiling taken down fir 3 days of viewing a year, and archeological ruins of the baptism font & church that pre-dated this massive marble beauty. It takes $30M to maintain with replacement or rehabilitation of the marble each year. There is simply no way to take it all in, but a local guide will show highlights and point out unique sculpture. The St. Bartholomew statue inside depicting the martyr skinned alive, the 1930’s additions including boxing sculptures, frogs, sun & moon and so much more are part of this unique tour.
Written 12 May 2021
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Sarah
3 contributions
Sept 2020
I visited the Duomo cathedral last saturday with an expert guide! Amazing! Actually we took a walking tour by CGM and the guide was just fabulous, showing us around and telling us about history and the meticolous art of sculpting all the artists followed to create all those statues...We certainly recommend this tour, thank you Samantha. Sarah and David from England
Written 8 September 2020
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Andrew L
Port Macquarie, Australia46 contributions
Jan 2020
One of the largest churches in Italy and therefore the world! Ornate gothic exterior, huge interior with beautiful stained glass. Even to just enter the church you have to buy a ticket from the office down the street to the right of the cathedral (as you face the facade) - it is just a few Euros to walk around the church, more if you want to visit the crypt or take the stairs (or lift) up to the roof. I just enjoyed the interior of the church.
Written 31 January 2020
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JCC
16 contributions
Jan 2020
Like many Duomo's in Italy, you can pay extra to climb the Duomo. In Milan, you climb the stairs to exit on the roof top. The roof top is sloped but manageable and the views are great. You are up close with the building itself and see the intricate stonework and ongoing repairs that are quite wonderful. If you are there in winter, choose an afternoon timeslot to make sure the sun is up and ice has melted. If the roof has ice on it, they close the climb for safety reasons.
Inside the Duomo, explore around. Definitely queue up and pay the extra Euro to walk behind the altar. There is a jewelled surprise there for you.
Inside the Duomo, explore around. Definitely queue up and pay the extra Euro to walk behind the altar. There is a jewelled surprise there for you.
Written 7 March 2020
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John M
New York City, NY55 contributions
Feb 2020
You might have seen the cathedrals in Florence or Sienna and think that one more Duomo is not worth the trouble. Think again. Each one of these three cathedrals is quite different and all are totally breathtaking. The Duomo in Milan is huge and had amazing sculptures around the roof that you can get to see close up by climbing the stairs or taking an elevator. That plus the view of the city are amazing. At the opposite pole, there is an archeological dig accessible by a small door and staircase at the back of the Duomo near the exit door that is not to be mssed. There you will see parts of the early churches that preceded this present building which itself was started over a thousand years ago. Buy yout ticks at a nearby ticket office on the left as you face the Duomo and on the way there are toilets. There are inside the Duomo. On your way to the Duomo walk through the giant covered shopping mall and enjoy the beautiful stores and their amazing clothes. At the opposite end of the shopping mall to the Duomo is the Teatro Alla Scala, Italy's leading opera house. Tickets are 20% off within one hour of the start of the performance. Have fun.
Written 1 March 2020
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Cruiser09557609751
Ourense, Spain
Buenos días, yo tengo una pensión por enfermedad, donde puedo coger las entradas para el DUOMO?
Gracias
Written 30 August 2024
Please contact me in english.
Written 12 September 2024
dices que con discapacidad reconocida se entra gratis con acompañante. Tengo la tarjeta del 33% de aragon, sirve? Que tengo que hacer y como? por internet se puede reservar tb?
Written 17 June 2024
Consulta la web de la ciudad donde podrás encontrar respuestas a tus dudas.
Written 18 June 2024
Buongiorno,sarei interessata all' acquisto e relativa prenotazione di due biglietti fast track pass(€30 intero e €15 ridotto). Ho provato a contattare telefonicamente ma non risponde nessuno se non il "disco" che non fa che dire che tutti gli operatori sono occupati. Questo accade ogni ora. Ho anche già provato a scrivere ma anche in questo caso non ho ricevuto risposta. Prima di procedere all'
acquisto e alla prenotazione mi occorrono alcune informazioni in quanto nel sito non vi sono alcune specifiche:
- per prenotare e acquistare occorre prima registrarsi?
- costo della prenotazione
- all' atto della prenotazione si paga anche il biglietto o il biglietto si può pagare in loco??
- chi ha diritto al ridotto?
- sono previste gratuità per minori di 18 anni e docenti?
- durata complessiva e orientativa della visita;
- vorremo salire nelle terrazze e vorremo capire come è il percorso delle scale ( ripidità delle scale, se è al chiuso e nel caso se gli spazi sono particolarmente stretti) ovvero a chi è eventualmente sconsigliato;
- per pagamento online accettare carta Visa?
Written 4 June 2024
bisogna contattare ufficio turismo di Milano sezione monumenti storici e prenotazioni.
Written 10 August 2024
zalanrados
Szazhalombatta, Hungary
Ciao a tutti! Qualcuno sa se é piú economico se compro il biglietto per il Duomo online, o comprarlo nella bigletteria a Milano costa lo stesso?
Written 1 May 2024
uguale si evita la fila nei giorni festivi e prefestivi
Written 7 May 2024
Anyone who has been to the duomo terraces ( albeit in the elevator to go up) and as I understand there are only stairs to come down, would you attempt the terraces with a toddler or shall I skip it and just buy tickets for going inside the duomo.
Toddlers don't walk too much and might asked to be carried
Written 16 April 2024
Hi, there are only narrow stairs to come off the roof terrace.
Written 28 May 2024
Website says ticket is good for 3 days from date chosen. What does that mean? Can I use the ticket multiple times the same day? And on different days?
Fx visit the rooftop the first day, go to a restaurant for lunch, come back and visit the Duomo later the same day, and come back the next day to see the museum and the adjacent church/clocktower?
Written 5 February 2024
They answered this, and other questions asked here:
Duomo Terraces Museum (Lift or stairs), Culture Pass, Culture Pass Plus, Duomo+Museum and Duomo +Ambrosiana tickets are valid 3 days from the date picked, with one entrance per each site within the opening hours. For Duomo Terraces Museum (Lift or stairs) and Duomo+Ambrosiana tickets the selected time slot refers to the entrance to the Duomo Terraces, from which it is then possible to descend directly inside the Cathedral via stairs.
The entrance time selected for the visit is purely indicative and not restrictive.
Written 6 February 2024
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