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15 Unmissable Landmarks and Icons in Milan

Milan, one of the world’s largest fashion capitals, serves as the primary financial hub. You can’t help but notice its extremely impressive historical past. The second-largest city in Italy is also called Milan.

Milan also features a number of must-see landmarks with a lot to offer. Don’t forget to explore the incredible sights while you are in Milan. Several of these landmarks are:

1. Duomo di Milano

This is one of the famous landmarks in Milan, Italy. Italy is known as the world’s home of gothic architecture, and Duomo di Milano is one example of the design.

The cathedral church was built over an almost 600-year period, starting in 1386 and finishing in 1965. It is reputed to be the biggest church in the Italian republic. If you’re ever in Milan, don’t miss the church; it’s worth a visit and has a lot to offer.

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Practical Information

Operating Hours:

Monday -Sunday: 9.00 am- 7.00 pm

Phone Number: +3902361691

Email: info@duomomilano.it

Website:

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2.  Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele was built in Milan back in the 19^th Century and is a well-designed shopping arcade.  It has two-glass vaulted arcades located between the Duomo and La Scala theatre and forms a Latin cross.

It is Italy’s oldest shopping gallery which is still active to date and a major landmark in Milan, Italy. The naming of Galleria has a meaning, it was named after Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of the kingdom of Italy.  It is a must-visit location I recommend it to all.

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3. Royal Palace of Milan

Initially, the Royal Palace of Milan was the seat of government in Milan for many years, however, nowadays it acts like a cultural centre and is home to international art exhibitions.

It occupies a space of 7000 square meters and is located to the right of Duomo’s facade opposite to Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. The Palace is divided into 4 parts, the Neoclassical era, the Restoration, the Unification of Italy and Napoleon’s period.

Practical Information

Phone Number: +390288465230

Address: Piazza del Duomo, 12, Milano, Italy

Operating Hours:

Monday: 2.30 pm- 7.30 pm

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday: 9.30 am- 7.30 pm

Thursday and Saturday: 9.30 am- 10.30 pm

4. Sforzesco Castle

This is one of the iconic monuments of Milan. It is located in the Parco Sempione approximately 10 minutes walk from Piazza del Duomo. The Sforzesco was built by the Visconzi family back in the 14^th century. The main purpose of constructing the building was to defend the city against its enemy, Venice.

Throughout history, Sforzesco Castle has suffered many destructions and that means reconstructing has been many as well. These days the castle is no longer used as a defence of the city but is used to house several museums such as the Archaeological Museum, the Museum of Ancient Art, and the Egyptian Museum.

Practical Information

Phone number: +39288463700

Address: Piazza Castello 27029 Milano, Italy, 20121

Operating hours

Monday-Sunday: 7.00 am-7.00 pm

5. Santa Maria Delle Grazie

This church is widely known for housing one of the most exceptional artworks in the world known as Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper which represented the last meal Jesus Christ had with the 12 apostles on the evening of Holy Thursday.

It is situated in Milan historical Center and is one of the most visited sites in Milan by people from all over the world. I recommend the place to everyone since it has a lot to over. It is important to know that you have to book your ticket in advance failure to which you would be able to enter the church.

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Practical Information

 Phone Number: + 39024676111

Address: Piazza Santa Maria Delle Grazie, 2

Operating hours:

Monday -Friday: 10.00 -12.30, 15.00-17.30

Saturday, Sunday and Holidays: 15.30-17.30

San Maurizio church is one of the unmissable landmarks when you visit Milan. The interior of this church is said to be one of the most beautiful.

The church was built and completed at the beginning of the 16^th century and the main purpose was to be used as a convent for Benedictine nuns. The paintings of the church are still colorful and have maintained their brightness to date.

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Practical Information

Phone Number: +390288465720

Email: chiesasanmaurizio@gmail.com

Operating Hours:

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 9.00 am-7.30 pm

Thursday: 9.00 am- 10.30 pm

7. Museo del Novecento

Museo del Novecento Museum is one of the landmarks in Milan. It is located on the Piazza del Duomo and is dedicated to 20th-century art. It is a must-visit museum any day you visit Milan.

It is located near other landmarks such as Duomo and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and you can see the views of the landmark from the top floor of its building.

Practical information

Address: Piazza del Duomo 8

Phone number: 0288444061

Website:

Operating Hours:

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday: 10.00 am – 7.30 pm

Thursday: 10.00 am- 10.30 pm

Monday: closed

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8. Pinacoteca Di Brera

It is a public gallery for paintings in Milan, Italy. It contains an outgrowth of the cultural program of the Brera Academy and the thirteenth to twentieth-century collections of Italian paintings.

Visit the museum and you will get a chance to admire the works of big people such as Raphael, Rubens and Bellin.

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Practical Information

Address: Via Brera, 28, 20011 Milan, Italy

Phone number: + 390272263264

Operating hours:

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 8.30 am- 7.15 pm

Thursday: 8. 30 am – 10.15 pm

Monday: Closed

9. Parco Sempione

Parco Sempione is said to be the largest park in Milan. It is centrally located in Milan city. The park is never crowded hence the best place to relax after a long day. It has a large green environment which looks beautiful and attractive.

Parco Sempione offers monuments that you can’t miss seeing such as the Milan triumphal arch, the Acquario Civico, Arco Della Pace and the aquarium of Milan.

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Practical Information

Address: Piazza Sempione, 20154 Milano MI, Italy

Phone number: + 390288467383

Operating Hours: Every day, 6.30 am – 8.00 pm

10. Fondazione Prada

Contemporary art and culture are the focus of Fondazione Prada. Since 1995, it has been jointly chaired by Patrizio Bertelli and Miuccia Prada. It has been an important area for artists, from 1993- 2010, Prada organized 24 solo shows at its premises spaces in Milan.

It has as well promoted cultural programs for the past 20 years such as Multi-disciplinary, Philosophy, films festival, and architecture and design projects. This is an unmissable landmark in Milan, it has a lot to offer, and I recommend it to all.

Practical Information

Address:  Fondazione Prada Largo Isarco 2, 20139 Milano, Italy

Phone Number: + 390256662612

Opening HOURS:

Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 10.00 – 19.00

Friday – Sunday: 10.00 – 21.00

Tuesday: Remain closed

11. Quadrilatero Della Moda

Quadrilatero Della Moda is a shopping district centrally located in Milan city. It is a high-class shopping centre with many boutiques and related retail outlets and they represent major fashion houses in the world.

It is Milan’s well-known fashion district, home to the best jewelries and high-end fashion boutiques. Make it a point to purchase at least one designer item whenever you visit the area.

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12. Museo Del Novecento

Museo Del Novecento is located inside the Palazzo dell’Arengario in Piazza del Duomo. It is one of the Milan landmarks you should never miss.  It holds a collection of approximately four thousand works that promote the development of 20th-century Italian art.

It was established back on December 6, 2010, with the purpose of spreading knowledge of 20th-century art. Don’t miss the location and I promise you will learn more about the 20^th century. Book the tour below to explore more art in Milan.

Practical Information

Phone Number: +390288444061 or +390288444062

Address: Piazza Duomo, 8 Milan

Email: c.museo900@comune.milano.it

Operating Hours:

Tuesday- Sunday: 10.00 Am- 7.30 pm

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13. Navigli

Navigli is one of the Milan landmarks you should never miss. Anytime you plan to visit Milan, the Navigli district should be on your travelling list.

 Initially, Navigli was a network of canals that were used to transport goods but today it is limited to only 2 long canals known as Naviglio Grande and the Naviglio Pavese. The place contains a lot of history visits and learns more about Milan’s history.

14. Piazza Affari

Piazza Affari is a business area and for shopping lovers, this is the place to be. The Milan Stock Exchange headquarters is located here.

In this business area, you will find a landmark that you can’t find elsewhere a statue of a giant middle finger which is 11 meters. It was designed by Maurizio Cattelan and established back in 2010. The purpose of the statue was to mock the financial institution. It is a must-visit location in Milan.

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Practical information

Address: P.za degli Affari, 20123 Milano MI, Italy

Operating hours: Everyday 24 hours

15. Torre Velasca

Torre Velasca is a must-visit landmark in Milan, Italy. It was built back in 1958, and it is 106 meters with 27 floors. It is located in the centre of Milan near the Duomo.

Torre Velasca has a unique shape, the ‘Mushroom shape’ which makes it one of the famous symbols of the Lombard capital. It was listed among the ugliest building in the world back in 2012. To any tourist in Milan wondering where to visit I recommend this landmark.

Practical information

Address: Piazza Velasca, 5, Milano Mi, Italy

Phone Number: + 390277404343

Operating hours: Every day 24 hours

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