Duomo Milan is perhaps the main attraction in Milan , built starting from the year 1386, it is the largest Cathedral in Italy. A symbol of late-Gothic international architecture, which overlooks the homonymous square – piazza Duomo – and for centuries has astonished citizens and visitors from all over the world with its magnificence. The distinctive features of this splendid Duomo Cathedral are: the white marbles that cover it, the many statues and sculptures, the very colorful glass windows and, above all, the characteristic spiers, which almost seem to touch the sky. Among these, the largest spire, the highest and most imposing one, supports the golden statue symbol of the city of Milan, depicting Madonna Assunta.

HOW TO REACH DUOMO MILAN

The  Milan Cathedral, located in the center of the city of Milan in the homonymous square. It can be reached by:

Underground: M3 and M1 underground lines, Duomo stop

Surface transport: Tram 1,3,12,24,27

Remember ! To access  Milan Public Transport network, remember to buy the ticket that best suits your need, you can find all the tickets at your disposal clicking here.

It is also possibile to purchase the Milan Travel Card (24h, 48h ,3 days, 4 days) combined with the Duomo all-inclusive ticket that allows to have free access to public transportation, access to the Duomo and discounts in many museums and attraction in Milan click here for more information.

• The climb to the terraces (Duomo Rooftop), from where it is possible to admire the majestic spiers and the Madonnina, and in the meantime enjoy a fantastic  Milan panoramic view;

• Visit to the Duomo archaeological area below the Cathedral square, where it is possible to admire what remains of the ancient Baptistery of San Giovanni alle Fonti, commissioned by S. Ambrogio, bishop and patron of the city, and formerly linked to the two cathedrals that preceded the construction of the Duomo (Santa Tecla and Santa Maria Maggiore), still visible in part in the same area.

– Milano Card + Duomo Pass: It is possible to purchase the City Pass + the Duomo all inclusive ticket. This combo allows to have free access to public transportation, access to the Duomo (Cathedral, rooftop, museum, archeological area and crypt) and discounts in many museums and attractions in Milan.