The Duomo of Milan is seen from the Piazza, with tourists around on a typical summer day. Photo by Daniel Case on Wikimedia

10 Best Things to do near Duomo di Milano Cathedral


 

Duomo di Milano cathedral is one of the most famous landmarks in the city of Milan which attracts thousands of both local and international tourists. The Cathedral is centrally placed in the city which makes it suitable for tourist activities.

Duomo di Milano Cathedral surrounding is so serene, and very attractive and gives a perfect choice for touring when you tour the Italian city. Other than the cathedral, there are several other landmarks and activities/things you can do near the Duomo di Milano Cathedral.

Below are the 10 Best Things to do near Duomo di Milano Cathedral:

1. Take Photos at the Piazza del Duomo

Cathedral square with the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II on the left, and the Milan Cathedral on the right. Photo by kuhnmi on Wikimedia

An elegant location in front of the Duomo di Milano Cathedral, Piazza del Duomo is one of the best places to relax and enjoy city life. The name is derived after and dominated by Milan Cathedral or the Duomo. Piazza del Duomo marks the center of the city of Milan in a geographic sense.

The cathedral square is also of importance from an artistic, cultural and social point of view to the tourists and locals. Piazza del Duomo is rectangular with an enormous square that holds important buildings of Milan and Italy.

Several activities take place across the square which makes it even more fun to watch when you find a point to sit comfortably. This is also a picturesque area where you can take photos of the cathedral as well as other nearby amenities.

2. Enjoy a Meal at Expoincitta Lounge / Diurno Elita

On your tour of Duomo di Milano Cathedral, you will always have the feeling of getting something in your stomach after a busy day. There are several worth joints and restaurants where you can grab an Italian delicacy, but there is one joint that is even more interesting to have your meal.

Expoincitta Lounge / Diurno Elita is a high-quality restaurant where you can enjoy your rest and relax while eating your breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With elegant decor and soothing music, enjoy your plate full of delicacies at this restaurant that offers a whole load on its menu.

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3. Enjoy Music, Dance and Decor at Spazio Cobianchi Galleria

Built in the early 1900s, the elegant Art Nouveau staircase which is under the porticoes of Piazza Duomo paved the way to the ancient Cobianchi day hotel. Within the same locations, there is the brilliant headquarters and lounge of the Circle of Literature and the Arts of Milan.

There is a brilliant meeting place which is dedicated to reading, music, dancing, theatre and other games like board games. Enjoy your brilliant afternoon at this location which will make you feel part of the city.

Walk through the 1920s furnishings, boiseries designed by architect Melchiorre, the elegant marble floors which are decorated with mosaics, and period music.

4. Shop at the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Interior day panorama of the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Photo by Евгений Анатольевич Гурьев on Wikimedia

The oldest active shopping gallery and a major landmark of Milan is another perfect place for you to tour after you finish your rounds at the Duomo di Milano Cathedral. The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is housed within a four-story double arcade in the middle of Milan Town.

The name was derived from Victor Emmanuel II who was the first king of the Kingdom of Italy. It is nicknamed Milan’s drawing room because of the several amazing amenities hosted within it.

You can enjoy shopping for various designer clothes at the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, hop into one of the restaurants and grab your ice cream and wrap up your day in one of the hotels. Explore this area and recreate several unforgettable memories which will always make you eager to return and enjoy being in Milan.

5. Stroll and Take Photos at the Monumento a Vittorio Emanuele I

The monument of Victor Emmanuel II is located on the Riva Degli Schiavoni. Photo by Didier Descouens on Wikimedia

The idea of the monument of Vittorio Emanuele II was conceived as a modern forum, an agora on three levels that are connected by stairways dominated by a colonnade. It is used to honor the first king of unified Italy, Victor Emmanuel II. This monument occupies the area between the Piazza Venezia and Capitoline Hill.

When you are in the city of Milan, this area is worth visiting, and have a stroll as you enjoy the cool architecture used to build this great monument. You can take as many photos as possible and enjoy listening to the history behind this great statue.

6. Visit the Basilica di Santa Tecla

Another wonderful area to visit while visiting Duomo di Milano Cathedral is Basilica di Santa Tecla. This was a former paleo-Christian basilica Church located in the region of Lombardy, Milan.

A spectacular medieval monument found near the Duomo was originally established in 350 AD and later demolished in 1458. The remnants of what was a great structure were excavated underneath the Milan cathedral.

Here at the Basilica, enjoy the archaeological artifacts and remains of what was once a very huge place of worship. Learn more about the basilica as well as what made it get demolished.

7. Shop for Designer Clothes at the Rinascente Milano

Rinascente Milano. Photo by Albarubescens on Wikimedia

If you are a lover of shopping for designer clothes and other things, Rinascente Milano is the best place where you can visit and enjoy the rest of the day after visiting the Duomo di Milano Cathedral. This huge shopping and department store have the best environment for you to enjoy a relaxing and lazy day after a busy schedule.

Rinascente Milano is also a picturesque place because of the architecture of the building which is so amazing and good to the eye. In the evenings, get to enjoy the brilliant lighting of this beautiful building which is a destination for local and international tourists.

8. Tour the Palazzo Carminati

Other than the Duomo di Milano Cathedral, there is another great medieval monument known as Palazzo Carminati. Palazzo Carminati is a Palace which is on the West Side of Piazza del Duomo, the central plaza of Milan.

This palace was named after a very famous Café, the Carminati which was renowned not only in Milan but all over Italy. The Palazzo was built as a private home of well-known Milanese silver manufacturer Giacomo Cesati.

Palazzo Carminati is well-known across Milan because of the large neon advertising signs which made it a central location which was compared to New York City’s Broadway and Times Square. This location is picturesque and welcomes several tourists who visit this interesting area.

9. Watch a Match at the Allianz Cloud

Interior of Allianz Cloud in Milan. Photo by Sagittarius A on Wikimedia

You can visit the Allianz Cloud Arena which was previously known as PalaLido located near the Duomo di Milano Cathedral. This is a multi-purpose indoor arena that is in the center of Milan close to the wonderful Cathedral.

Visit this great arena where you can witness wonderful games if you are lucky to get a scheduled match during the time you are around. Take several pictures in this wonderful location which attracts several tourists from across the world and within the city of Milan.

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10. Visit the Taveggia 1909 Monument

Other than the wonderful monuments near Duomo di Milano Cathedral, you should also visit Taveggia 1909, a wonderful restaurant. At this great spot, get a chance to have good times and share tasty kugel, club sandwiches, and pasta with your friends and family.

This restaurant is frequented by several visitors who come to take a bite of the delicacies being served here. The restaurant has elegant decor with soothing music as you enjoy your meals.

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