Duomo di Milano
Gothic cathedral of Milan, the city's symbol, with the Madonnina, the terraces, the church of San Gottardo, the archaeological area and the museum.
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About the museum
The Duomo stands where the ancient cathedral of Santa Maria Maggiore and the basilica of Santa Tecla once stood. After the collapse of the bell tower, in 1386 Archbishop Antonio da Saluzzo promoted the construction of a new and larger cathedral; Duke Gian Galeazzo Visconti soon took control of the works and imposed a more ambitious design, inspired by European Gothic.
Architects from France and Germany were called to the site, with numerous revisions and tensions with the Lombard craftsmen, and the result was a work of great originality in the Italian and European landscape. The construction site, entrusted to the Veneranda Fabbrica del Duomo, has never truly been completed: even today the Fabbrica's marble workers replace damaged parts.
The monumental complex includes the Cathedral, the terraces and the Madonnina, the organ, the church of San Gottardo in Corte, the archaeological area with the remains of the ancient episcopal complex, and the Museo del Duomo. The visit requires clothing appropriate for a place of worship.
Highlights
- Gothic façade and five-aisled interior
- Terraces over the city and the Madonnina
- Archaeological area with the remains of the ancient episcopal complex
- Museo del Duomo with statues, stained glass and tapestries
- Church of San Gottardo in Corte
- Duomo organ
Permanent exhibition
- Cattedrale, terrazze e area archeologica – Visit to the Gothic cathedral, the rooftop terraces and the archaeological remains of the ancient episcopal complex.
- Operated by
- Veneranda Fabbrica del Duomo di Milano
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €8 |
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| Reduced | €4Children and young people aged 6 to 18, with documentation |
| Children & teens | €4free up to age 5 · Free up to 5 years; children aged 6 to 18 pay the reduced ticket. |
| Visitors with disabilities | freecompanion free · Free for people with disabilities and one companion, with a complimentary ticket to be collected at the ticket office. |
| Duomo + Museo del Duomo and church of San Gottardo | €10Reduced €5; every day except Wednesday, when the museum is closed. |
| Culture Pass: Duomo, Museum, San Gottardo and archaeological area | €15Reduced €7.50; terraces not included. |
| Combo Stairs: Duomo, Museum and terraces by stairs | €22Reduced €11; single entry within 2 days. |
| Combo Lift: Duomo, Museum and terraces by lift | €26Reduced €13; single entry within 2 days. |
The price shown is that of the Duomo-only ticket (valid on Wednesdays, according to the official schedule); on other days the cheaper ticket also includes the museum. Tickets are non-refundable and must be kept for the whole visit. Free admission also for military personnel in uniform and group companions. The “Milano al Duomo” initiative provides free openings on set days.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Full accessibility information is published by the Veneranda Fabbrica in the Regulations section.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
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- Family tours & workshops
The website offers guided tours and workshops for children and young people.
Getting there & parking
The complex is in Piazza del Duomo, in central Milan; the Infopoint is at Piazza Duomo 14/A.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
Duomo Shop and ticket offices in the complex. Large bags, backpacks and suitcases are not admitted inside the Cathedral; the website lists external paid luggage storage points (Radical Storage). There are no toilets on the terraces.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Audio guide | yes |
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Visitors are advised to wear decorous clothing (shoulders and knees covered); mantles can be bought at the ticket offices. At security checkpoints visitors must empty their pockets of metal objects and open bags and backpacks. Helmets, glass objects and suitcases are not admitted into the Cathedral. The website offers scheduled guided tours, private tours, an official app and augmented-reality tours. |
