Italy · ENTRY TICKETS IN MILAN
The good entry tickets in Milan go weeks ahead and the famous ones go months ahead. Below: the 15 to book before you fly, what each includes and where they differ.
This self-guided Duomo ticket gives you 48 hours to visit Milan Cathedral, its rooftop terraces, the Duomo Museum, and the Church of St. Gottardo in Corte. You can choose an audio guide in 10 languages and, with the right option, take the elevator to the terraces. Expect security checks, stairs, and no live guide.
“It was the most beautiful thing ive seen. Gorgeous inside, insane experience.”
Visit Milan’s Duomo terraces with a prebooked entry ticket, choosing either the 250-step climb or elevator ascent. From about 46 meters above the street, you can study the cathedral’s white marble spires, statues, and Gothic details while looking across Milan. This ticket does not include full church, museum, or archaeological-area access.
“The cathedral was very beautiful and being able to observe the architecture and the city of Milan from above was a unique experience I wouldn’t find anywhere else. I would recommend this to anyone who visits the city and wants a fun activity for the day.”
Meet your English-speaking Wander Italy guide at Santa Maria delle Grazie for a timed Last Supper visit, then walk through Milan’s historic center to Sforza Castle, Piazza Mercanti, La Scala, the Galleria, and the Duomo. Guides such as Giada, David, Emma, and Chiara bring local history, humor, and practical tips to this three-hour route.
“I would highly recommend this tour. David our guide was so knowledgeable, and made it really interesting. The tour was 3 hours and it was packed with so much. The last supper was breath taking and worth the money to see it!”
Enter Leonardo3 through Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and explore more than 200 interactive machines based on Leonardo da Vinci’s notebooks. See working models, digital codex pages, a restored Last Supper, and hands-on building activities. Add an audio guide in your language for clearer explanations.
“Very good. Brilliant models lots of very interesting information about his life and achievements. Including the design codecs and his paintings.”
Meet your English or French-speaking guide at Piazza del Duomo, then visit Milan’s cathedral and rooftop terraces in about two hours. You’ll ride the lift, climb 80 final steps, and walk among 135 spires, statues, gargoyles, and pinnacles. Guides such as Barbara, Eddie, Carmen, and Sylva are praised for lively explanations and strong knowledge of the building.
“The tour with Eddie was amazing! He truly makes it an enjoyable educational experience and is very charismatic. Would highly recommend this to anyone looking to do a tour of the Duomo whether they are a native of Italy or a tourist.”
Meet the English-speaking host at Autostradale in Piazza Castello, exchange your voucher, then explore Sforza Castle and its museums at your own pace. The app audio guide covers the castle and Milan, but bring a charged phone and headphones. Allow at least three hours, and arrive early enough for the museum’s 5:30 pm closing time.
“So easy to find agent to get ticket. Gave additional assistance in downloading app for auditor. The collections are incredible along with the grounds. Almost too much to take in in one afternoon. Certainly worth a return visit to just stroll the grounds.”
Enter Branca Tower through Via Camoens 2, swap your voucher at the ticket office, then ride a small modern elevator to the 108.6-meter viewing deck. The visit lasts about 5 to 10 minutes. Staff members such as Lorenzo and Daniel have helped visitors identify Milan landmarks, but no guided tour is included.
“Was fantastic up there. Amazing views, well run. The only downside is you really didn't get time to soak the views in as much as you'd like. Your at the top for around 7-8 minutes (with around 6 people there at a time) and whilst you can get round the tower and take photos, it goes really quickly..”
This English-language, small-group tour pairs a timed 15-minute visit to Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper with a guided walk through central Milan. Meet an art historian at Santa Maria delle Grazie, then see Sforza Castle, Via Dante, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, La Scala, and the Duomo from outside. Guides may include Silvia, Valentina, Jade, or Laura.
“This was a very informative tour and covered the heart of Milan. It was a great way to get tickets to The Last Supper and also get an overview of central Milan. Would recommend.”
Meet your English or Spanish-speaking guide at Santa Maria delle Grazie for a one-hour visit centered on Leonardo’s Last Supper. Your guide explains the church, the painting’s figures, its fragile condition, and the theories around it before you enter for about 15 minutes of viewing. Guides such as Marika, Marco, Andrea, and Katerina have earned especially warm praise.
“Very good tour and very informative. Marco did an excellent job relaying information while creating an ambiance that was complimentary to the subject matter. Would definitely recommend.”
Spend one hour with a licensed English- or French-speaking guide inside Milan’s La Scala Theater and Museum. Hear stories about Verdi, Callas, Pavarotti, and other stage legends, then see costumes, instruments, portraits, and busts. Guides such as Eddie and Silvia are praised for lively storytelling. Theater access can be limited by rehearsals.
“Lots of interesting information and a good preparation for an opera evening.”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Santa Maria delle Grazie and enter the refectory to see Leonardo’s Last Supper. Expect about 15 minutes with the painting, plus expert commentary on its composition, technique, and survival. Guides such as Marco, Victor, Elisabetta, and Marilena are praised for clear, lively explanations.
“victor was a professional tour guide, he had a big sign of his name so it’s very easy to find him. the last supper was incredible.”
Begin at the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana near the Duomo, where you’ll see Leonardo’s Codex Atlanticus drawings, Raphael’s School of Athens cartoon, Caravaggio, Brueghel, and more. Continue to the small San Sepolcro Crypt, built over ancient Milan. The visit is self-guided, with an app you can use during and after your visit.
“The art pieces are stunning. The crypt is amazing as well. When you go into the crypt you have to check out the ceiling.”
Meet your English-speaking guide near Santa Maria delle Grazie and enter Leonardo’s refectory for a timed 15-minute viewing of The Last Supper. Guides such as Sylva, Sara, Elisa, and Maria bring the painting, Leonardo’s methods, and its restoration to life. Some options also include the church.
“Our host Maurizzio was exactly where he planned to be to meet us. he was friendly and knowledgeable. definitely worth paying for the tour to get insights into the life of Leonardo and his painting of the Last Supper.”
This self-guided Milan Duomo ticket gives you one entry to the cathedral, Archaeological Area, Duomo Museum, Church of San Gottardo in Corte, and Scurolo di San Carlo over two days. You will see fourth-century ruins, sculptures, stained glass, models, and centuries of cathedral work. The terrace is not included, and the museum closes Wednesdays.
“Great experience. The cathedral was absolutely worth the price - so incredibly beautiful. The archeological site was interesting, but overall we felt we probably could’ve skipped it.”
Visit Casa Milan’s Mondo Milan Museum with a one-day admission ticket. Spend about an hour exploring AC Milan’s trophies, Hall of Fame, Ballon d’Or winners, holographic theater, player statistics, and global football maps. The museum is self-guided, wheelchair accessible, and easy to fit into a Milan sightseeing day.
“If you are a Football fan - do not miss it. Shop offers are bad and overpriced.”
Pick a ruin, a gallery, a cellar or a boat.
