Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco) is a large historic castle in Milan. This residence-turned-fortress sits next to Parco Sempione and contains several different city museums. It’s on Piazza Castello on the northwest side of the historic city center.
Parco Sempione is a large public park in Milan. It sits just outside the historic city center behind the Sforza Castle.
Naviglio Grande is a canal in Milan just south of the historic city center.
The Leonardo da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology (Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci) is the largest museum of its kind in Italy.
Leonardo da Vinci’s original painting of The Last Supper (Il Cenacolo) is a must-see if visiting Milan. A UNESCO World Heritage site, the painting is located in the refectory of the Dominican convent at Santa Maria delle Grazie.
Piazza del Duomo is at the heart of Milan’s historic center. It contains some of the city’s most important buildings and museums and is dominated by the iconic Duomo of Milan, which is covered in a separate post.
The Duomo of Milan (Duomo di Milano) is one of Italy’s most iconic buildings and the most important structure in Milan. It’s the centerpiece of Piazza del Duomo.
The historic center of Milan (Centro Storico) is not only the city’s oldest area, it’s also a hub of art, culture, and religion. It’s a compact, easily walkable area is full of pleasant piazzas and a mix of medieval, Renaissance, and modern architecture.