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Gain access to the terraces of Italy's largest church and see the sprawling city of Milan from 150 feet above the ground.
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Choose between climbing 250 stairs or taking a convenient lift to reach the terraces.
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Enhance your experience with skip-the-line access that gives you quick access to the terraces, so you can enjoy stunning views of Milan’s skyline without delay.
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Admire the intricate white marble spires and stroll through a stone forest of Candoglia marble carvings.
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Please note: this ticket is for terrace access only and does not include entry to the cathedral interior.
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Access to Milan Cathedral's terraces
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Access to the terraces via stairs or lift (as per option selected)
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Skip-the-line entry to the terraces (as per option selected)
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Access to Milan Cathedral
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Access to the Cathedral Museum
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Access to Church of San Gottardo & archaeological area
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Walk the rooftop of Milan’s Duomo—Europe’s largest Gothic terrace—for sweeping city views, hidden stone carvings, and a close-up look at the iconic Madonnina.
Getting started
Your visit begins at the Milan Cathedral entrance. Depending on your ticket, you can choose to climb 250 stairs or take the lift to reach the terraces. For a faster experience, skip-the-line access allows you to bypass the queues and head straight up to the rooftop.
What to expect
Gain access to the cathedral’s stunning rooftop terraces—the largest walkable Gothic roof in the world—and take in unmatched views of Milan from above. Whether you ascend by stairs or lift, this experience offers a remarkable perspective on both the cathedral and the city.
Features
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Terrace views: Enjoy panoramic views over Milan’s skyline. From this elevated vantage point, you can spot landmarks like Sforza Castle, the Duomo’s 135 spires, and the iconic Madonnina statue atop the Tiburio.
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Candoglia marble forest: Wander through the cathedral’s “stone forest” of intricate spires and pinnacles, carved from signature pink-hued Candoglia marble. Keep an eye out for curious details in the stonework—like Dante’s face, an icepick, a rope, and more.
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What's not allowed
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Flash photography and tripods are a no-go inside the venue.
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Strict dress code: Shoulders and knees must be covered as a sign of respect in sacred spaces. Wearing sandals, headgear, or sunglasses is also prohibited.
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Prohibited items: Prams, helmets, food, drinks, flowers, knives, glass items, masks, musical instruments, high heels, luggage, and drones.
Accessibility
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The terraces are accessible by wheelchair only up to the first terrace, which includes limited access to the back choir area. Descent may require using stairs.
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This experience is not pram accessible. Please note that only foldable strollers are permitted.
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While pets cannot tag along on this experience, your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
Additional information
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Note: Tickets include access to the terraces only (no entry to the cathedral or museum).
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The Duomo Museum and St. Gottardo Church are closed on Wednesdays.
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Tickets allow one-time entry to each site.
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The last entry to the terraces is at 6:10pm.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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