Milan Duomo Tickets and Tours

With its Gothic style, Milan Cathedral is world-renowned as one of the largest and most beautiful Catholic basilicas in the world, measuring 157 metres in length and with a capacity for over 40,000 people inside. Read on to find out prices, what's included and everything you need to know about tickets and guided tours of Milan Cathedral.

These digital tickets to Milan Cathedral are the cheapest option for visiting the interior of the cathedral without queuing. They include access to the majestic central nave, the Duomo Museum and the Church of San Gottardo (except on Wednesdays). They do not include access to the terraces, so they are ideal if you are looking for a more affordable cultural visit without going up to the roof.

Simply select the date and time when booking. Once inside, you can stay as long as you like to enjoy this Gothic monument at your leisure.

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With fast-track entry to Milan Cathedral, you can skip the queues and visit the city's most iconic monument. You'll be free to explore the most important areas of the complex, such as the majestic Gothic cathedral, the archaeological area, the museum and the Church of San Gottardo. And if you choose the Full Pass, you can also take the lift up to the spectacular rooftop terrace to enjoy the best views of Milan and the Alps on clear days.

You can choose between two options: the Rooftop Only ticket or the Full Pass, which gives you access to all areas on two consecutive days. Fast-track entry is available between 10:00 and 17:00 and allows you one entry to each area.

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If what interests you most about Milan Cathedral is its spectacular views, this ticket for the rooftops of the Duomo is the perfect option. It gives you access to the cathedral's upper terrace, where you can stroll among its famous spires and Gothic sculptures and enjoy unbeatable panoramic views of the city of Milan.

You can choose between two ways to get to the top: by lift (to a point near the top) or by climbing the 251 steps on foot. In both cases, an unforgettable open-air experience awaits you, from where you can see monuments such as Piazza del Duomo and the Vittorio Emanuele II Gallery.

Please note that this ticket only includes access to the terraces, so you will not visit the interior of the cathedral or its museum.

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If you prefer to experience it with a guide who will tell you everything as you tour Milan's most iconic cathedral, this guided tour of the Duomo and its rooftops is your best choice. For about 2 hours, you will discover all the secrets of the Duomo, without queuing and with priority access to both the cathedral and the panoramic terrace.

Accompanied by a professional English-speaking guide, you will explore the interior of this jewel of European Gothic architecture, admiring its stained glass windows, sculptures and chapels while learning about its history. Afterwards, you will take a lift up to the rooftop to enjoy one of the best views of Milan, without having to worry about stairs or waiting.

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If your priority is to enjoy the views from the top of Milan Cathedral and you want to do so accompanied by a guide who will explain all the details of its history and architecture, this guided tour of the rooftops of the Duomo is for you. You will take a lift to the top of the cathedral, without queuing or waiting, to admire the spires, sculptures and the famous Madonnina from a unique perspective.

The tour is conducted in English and lasts approximately 1 hour. You can also add a 48-hour ticket for the Milan tourist bus, perfect for continuing to explore the city at your own pace with an audio guide included.

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Want to see the highlights of Milan without worrying about transport? This guided tour of Milan Cathedral, La Scala Theatre and The Last Supper takes you to three of the city's most iconic monuments on a comprehensive, comfortable tour accompanied by an expert guide. Ideal if you have limited time and don't want to miss a thing.

Over the course of three and a half hours, you will visit these key sites while learning about their history, architecture and interesting facts. You will also take a walking tour of some other highlights of the historic centre. Transport between monuments is by air-conditioned vehicle so that you can focus on enjoying yourself.

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Can I visit the Duomo with a tourist card?

Yes, with the YesMilano City Pass - Duomo + 10 attractions you can access the Duomo of Milan and its terrace, as well as many other tourist attractions in the city with a single pass. This official pass includes admission to more than 10 iconic sites, such as the Sforza Castle, the Museo del Novecento and the Archaeological Museum, and unlimited public transport for 3 days.

Access to the Duomo terrace is included, but please note that the climb is via stairs, not a lift. You can also choose a premium attraction from several cultural options such as the La Scala Museum or the Museum of Science and Technology.

To activate it, simply download the official app, enter the purchase code and start enjoying Milan without queues or complications.

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Milan Cathedral is located in Piazza del Duomo, in the centre of Milan. You can get there on foot, by underground (lines 1 and 3, getting off at the Duomo stop) or by tram (lines 2, 3 and 4, getting off at the Torino or Dogana stops).

Visiting Milan without seeing its Duomo is like not visiting the city at all. When we think of Milan, we think of fashion, industry and its Duomo. This overwhelming cathedral, the fifth largest in the world, is the monument par excellence of this cosmopolitan city.

Its importance is preceded by its arduous construction. It took almost six centuries to build the Duomo, which was started in 1386 as a symbol of the political power of the Visconti family. The result of this titanic work in the heart of Milan is a beautiful cathedral that blends Lombard Gothic and international styles.

A spectacular building with a beautiful pinkish-white marble façade, a rooftop terrace that is the best balcony from which to look out over Milan, an interior with remarkable features and an upper area dotted with a multitude of pinnacles and towers crowned by statues that guard the city.

Facade

At the highest point of the Duomo stands the Madonnina, a statue sculpted in gilded copper by Giuseppe Perego in 1774, which has become a symbol of Milan.

Interior

The interior is spacious and delicate, and features a nail from the cross of Christ, which is removed every Saturday around 14 September so that it can be admired.

Roof

The Duomo's terrace occupies almost the entire roof of the cathedral and offers unparalleled views of Milan and a close-up view of its magnificent pinnacles and sculptures. Access to the terrace is free on foot, climbing the 463 steps that separate it from the base, or for a fee if you use the convenient lift.

Baptistery

In the basement of the Duomo there is an archaeological area that shows the remains of the two temples that stood there before it and were destroyed by fire: the Basilica of Santa Tecla, dating from 836, and the remains of a large baptismal font from the Basilica of Saint Ambrose, dating from the 5th century, where it is said that this saint baptised Saint Augustine in 387.

Crypt

Where the Chapel of San Carlos Borromeo and his remains are located.

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