# Duomo and Duomo Rooftop 8 
This magnificent 15th-century white Gothic cathedral is the fifth largest in the world and one of the most impressive churches.
Take the elevator to the beautiful rooftop terrace to admire its spires and its 3,600 statues, as well as the stunning views over Piazza del Duomo.
Shockingly Milan’s Duomo is at present absent from the World Heritage list.
Roman Catholic Cathedral | Viewpoint Built: 15th century | Style: Gothic, Renaissance
# Church of SANTA MARIA DELLE GRAZIE and THE LAST SUPPER 7 
The completely restored church of Santa Maria delle Grazie is home to Leonardo da Vinci's mural painting "Last Supper" from 1490, which is regarded as one of the greatest paintings ever created.
If you didn't manage to purchase tickets, which should be bought around two months ahead, consider visiting The Last Supper as part of a tour.
Mural Painting 🌍 World Heritage Site: since 1980 | ⚠️ Pre-booking 2 months ahead required
# Teatro alla Scala 7
Opened in 1778, Teatro alla Scala is considered the most prestigious opera house in the world.
The world-famous richly decorated six-tiered auditorium seats 2,030 people.
Opera House Completed: 1778 | Capacity: 2,030 Spectators
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# Piazza del Duomo 6 
Milan's beautiful main square is dominated by the stunning white front façade of the Duomo and the immense triumphal arch leading to the 4-story high Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II arcade.
Other notable sights on this vast (17,000 m2) piazza in the very heart of the city include the statue of King Victor Emmanuel II of Italy in the center and the Royal Palace of Milan.
by Steffen Schmitz (Carschten) / CC BY-SA 4.0
# Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore 6
Considered the "Sistine Chapel" of Milan, the walls of San Maurizio are covered by beautiful, well-preserved 16th-century frescoes by Bernardino Luini and his sons.
The rather simple exterior gives little indication as to the splendor that awaits inside this church.
Catholic Church Completed: 1509 | Style: Renaissance
by Casalmaggiore Provincia / CC BY-SA 4.0
# Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II 6
Built between 1865 and 1877, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is a graceful glass-covered walkway connecting Piazza del Duomo to Piazza della Scala.
The shopping mall forms a huge cross and is topped with a magnificent 50 m-high glass dome.
Shopping Passage Built: 1877
# Pinacoteca Brera 6
Housed in a wonderful 17th-century palace, the Pinacoteca di Brera displays one of the leading collections of 14th-20th century Italian paintings in the world, including several of the greatest masterpieces by Piero della Francesca, Raphael, Mantegna, and Caravaggio.
This is our selection of the ten best paintings of the Pinacoteca Brera:
1) Supper at Emmaus, Caravaggio (1606)
2) Lamentation of Christ, A. Mantegna (1480)
3) The Marriage of the Virgin, Raphael (1504)
4) The Kiss, F. Hayez (1859)
5) Madonna della Candeletta, C. Crivelli (1490)
6) Holy Conversation, P. della Francesca (1472–74)
7) The Last Supper, P.P. Rubens (1630–31)
8) Pieta, G. Bellini (1460)
9) Christ at the Column, D. Bramante, (1490)
10) St Mark Preaching in Alexandria, G. Bellini, (1504–07)
Fine Arts Museum Gallery Space: 24,000 m2 | Galleries: 38 | Artworks: 400 | Opened: 1809 | Visitors (2017): 300,000 | Rank in Our List of The Best Museums in The World: #40
# Castello Sforzesco & Civici Musei 6
This imposing 15th-century red-brick fortress houses seven specialized museums.
The most interesting of them are the Pinacoteca del Castello Sforzesco with its remarkable art collection, The Museum of Ancient Art, and the Museum of the Rondanini Pietà which includes Michelangelo's last unfinished sculpture.
Castle Built: 15th-century
by Fishponds1981 / CC BY-SA 3.0
# Navigli (Canals) 6
Situated around Milan's beautiful canals, atmospheric Navigli is by far the city's most lively neighborhood at night. It is home to hundreds of canal-side cafés, bars, and restaurants.
# Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio (Church of Saint Ambrose) 5 
Originally built by St. Ambrose in 379–386, the Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio is certainly the most important church of Milan after the Cathedral.
Roman Catholic Church Originally Consecrated: 379–386 | Completed: 1099 | Style: Romanesque
#11 | Cimitero Monumentale 5 
Cimitero Monumentale in Milan, inaugurated in 1866 and designed by Carlo Maciachini, is a notable site blending art and history, renowned for its artistic tombs and cultural significance
It is often described as an open-air museum due to its extensive and varied art collection.
by Paolobon140 / CC BY-SA 4.0
#12 | Pinacoteca Ambrosiana 5
The Pinacoteca Ambrosiana in Milan, founded in 1618, features masterpieces by Leonardo, Caravaggio, and Raphael, and includes a significant historic library.
Notable pieces include Leonardo's "Portrait of a Musician" and Caravaggio's "Basket of Fruit."
Museum Most famous painting: "Portrait of a Musician" by Leonardo da Vinci (1490)
by Riccardo Ortelli / CC BY-SA 4.0
#13 | Torre Vilaseca 5
Torre Velasca is a 1958 Milanese skyscraper known for its unique brutalist design and multifunctional use.
The building's brutalist style features a unique, mushroom-like top, inspired by medieval towers.
Museum Most famous painting: "Portrait of a Musician" by Leonardo da Vinci (1490)
by CEphoto, Uwe Aranas / CC BY-SA 3.0
#14 | Poldi Pezzoli Museum 5
The Poldi Pezzoli Museum in Milan, established by Gian Giacomo Poldi Pezzoli, is famous for its Renaissance and Baroque art and diverse decorative arts collections.
The museum features works from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, including masterpieces by Botticelli, Bellini, and Mantegna.
Museum Most famous painting: "Portrait of a Musician" by Leonardo da Vinci (1490)
by Paolobon140 / CC BY-SA 4.0
#15 | Museo del Novecento 5
The Museo del Novecento in Milan offers a rich collection of 20th-century Italian art in a distinctive 1930s building, featuring a unique spiral ramp.
The museum is located near the Piazza del Duomo.
Museum Most famous painting: "Portrait of a Musician" by Leonardo da Vinci (1490)
by Lauraderiu / CC BY-SA 4.0
#16 | Galleria d’Arte Moderna (GAM) 5
Established in Milan in 1921, the Galleria d’Arte Moderna (GAM) showcases a vast collection of Italian art spanning from the 18th to the 20th century.
Located in the elegant Villa Reale, GAM boasts over 4,000 artworks, including paintings, sculptures, and installations, highlighting the evolution of modern art movements.
by manuel pagani - Mm4mm / CC BY-SA 4.0