Milan Cathedral｜Your Ultimate Guide Before Visiting!

🌟 Ticket Tips ▪️ It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance through the official website. You can also buy tickets on-site; look for the Alipay sign at the left-hand entrance and inform the staff to get a number for purchasing. There are discount coupons available—Alipay is a lifesaver! ▪️ Ticket options include: access to the cathedral interior, rooftop access via stairs, rooftop access via elevator, and the cathedral museum. ▪️ The official website offers single tickets and various combo tickets. Recommended: the combo ticket for the cathedral, museum, and rooftop access. This is ideal for a half-day visit. Opt for the elevator for a more comfortable experience, depending on the weather and your preference. - 🌟 Visiting Tips 1️⃣ Opening Hours: 🔸 Milan Cathedral is open from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with the last entry at 6:10 PM. 🔸 The museum is open from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM and is closed on Wednesdays. Entry stops 20 minutes before closing. 🔸 Rooftop access hours vary by season: generally, from April to October, it is open from 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM, with the last entry at 8:30 PM; from November to March, it is open from 9:00 AM to 6:15 PM, with the last entry at 6:00 PM. - 2️⃣ Special Events: During summer, every Thursday evening, musicians perform on the rooftop of Milan Cathedral starting at 8:00 PM. In September, performances are expected to begin at 7:30 PM. It's incredibly romantic—don't miss it! - 3️⃣ Suggested Itinerary: Take the elevator/stairs to the rooftop → descend via stairs to explore the cathedral interior → visit the archaeological area → finish at the cathedral museum. - 🌟 Important Notes 🔹 Dress Code: Appropriate attire is required to enter the cathedral interior. Avoid wearing shorts, skirts, or sleeveless tops. 🔹 Luggage: Large luggage is not allowed inside the cathedral. You can store it nearby at Bounce (check the official website for discounts). 🔹 Children: Children's tickets require relevant identification for entry. Each attraction can only be visited once. - 🚘 Transportation: Take the Metro Red Line M1/Yellow Line M3 and get off at Duomo station—the cathedral is right in front of you!