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Sforza Castle and Michelangelo's Pietà Rondanini Guided Tour

Ducal Court - Sforza Castle
Pietà Rondanini Sculpture by Michelangelo
Piazza Castello Fountain - Sforza Castle Milan
The courtyard of the Sforza Castle

Get a 1.5-hour English or Italian guided tour of the Sforza Castle in Milan, housing Michelangelo’s last sculpture, and other Renaissance artworks.

Highlights

  • With a small, cozy group tour and an English or Italian-speaking guide, check out Michelangelo’s last unfinished work, sculpted when he was 89.

  • The architecture geek in you must see the towering red-brick walls, a network of moats and fortifications, and the castle’s grand inner courtyard.

  • See the intricate frescoes of trees and leaves painted in the Room of Wooden Boards by the legendary Leonardo Da Vinci.

  • Explore Sforza's museums featuring Roman stone coffins, medieval ivories, Egyptian mummies, and tapestries depicting 12 months of the year.

  • Fun fact: Sforza Castle’s coat of arms features a Biscione (grass snake), the Sforza family’s symbol and a recognizable emblem of Milan.

Inclusions

  • 1.5 hour guided tour of Sforza Castle and Michelangelo's Pietà Rondanini

  • Entry tickets to Sforza Castle

  • English or Italian-speaking guide

  • Small group guided tour

  • Headphones for more than 11 participants

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

14th-century ruins, rebuilt as the majestic Sforza Castle

Nestled amidst the vibrant city of Milan, a short stroll from the iconic Duomo, lies the majestic Sforza Castle. This 15th-century beauty rose from the ruins of a medieval fortress, rebuilt by and named after the city's then-lord, Francesco Sforza. The Sforza Castle is a grand square with four towering corner guards, each side stretching 200 meters, and walls thick up to 7 meters. Since the 20th century, Sforza Castle has become a haven of art, housing collections from revered Renaissance painters. As you explore with your friendly guide and a small group, keep an eye out for The Filarete Tower's octagonal base and decorative terracotta ornamentation, rich brickwork, and captivating mosaics.

Michelangelo’s final sculpture and Da Vinci’s intricate frescoes

The Sforza castle is home to Michelangelo's "Rondanini Pietà" – his last unfinished masterpiece made when he was 89 years old. You’ll also get to see the "Sala delle Asse", a room frescoed by the iconic Leonardo da Vinci, creating the illusion of a leafy forest cascading down the walls, onto the floor. If you’re a history geek, dive into the Museum of Antiques and Archeology, and many more displays showcasing 15th-century artifacts. Be sure to visit the peaceful Ducal Courtyard, which offers a quiet respite after exploring the Sforza castle. For weary sightseers, Sempione Park awaits just behind the castle with blooming flowers and a charming lake.

What’s not allowed

  • Bulky bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the castle and must be left in the cloakroom lockers next to the Castello Sforzesco ticket office.

Accessibility

  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. However, please note that rooms XX to XXII in the Art Gallery have some steps.

  • Wheelchairs are available at the ticket office.

Additional Information

  • The first and third Tuesdays of the month have free entry starting from 2 pm. The first Sunday of every month is also free, all day.
  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet your guide at Filarete Tower.

  • Address: Piazza Castello, 20121 Milano MI, Italy.

  • Landmark: Piazza Castello, Milano - under the Clock Tower.

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