TIMELESS ELEGANCE IN MILAN’S CITY CENTRE
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The Best Way to Experience the DuomoAt Four Seasons Hotel Milano, we invite you to explore Milan’s cultural treasures, many of which lie hidden amid its historic streets. Our dedicated concierge team, under the expert leadership of Head Concierge Olmo Feudatari, can organize bespoke experiences tailored to your preferences. Let us arrange a private Duomo guided tour, allowing you exclusive access to the famous cathedral rooftop before enjoying a romantic dinner with a view. If you want extra magic, our team can arrange an evening visit to experience the wonders of the Duomo as it lights up the evening sky. We’ll ensure your exploration of Milan is infused with Italian authenticity.
The History of Piazza del DuomoThe light becomes more intense when you enter the Piazza del Duomo, the centre of life in Milan, where you’ll find important attractions such as Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and the Royal Palace. The sun’s rays reflect off the cathedral’s sleek façade, producing an almost hypnotic effect. This architectural wonder, mainly designed by Giuseppe Mengoni, is a delight for the senses – and Four Seasons gets you up close and personal. The Milan cathedral is one of the city’s main attractions, making us aware of its vast artistic heritage. It is the result of nearly six centuries of tireless work – a true symbol for the city.
The Duomo di Milano’s EvolutionLocated just minutes from our centre city Hotel, the cathedral’s 157-metre-long (515-foot-long) structure can hold up to 40,000 people, making it the third-largest church in the world. Construction started in 1386, with the final touches applied in 1965. This prolonged period allowed the Piazza del Duomo to combine different styles, giving it a unique appearance.
Local Attractions
Teatro alla ScalaIf you love classical music and opera, the Teatro alla Scala is a must-see destination on your trip to Milan, and Four Seasons will get you exclusive behind-the-scenes access. Just a few steps from Four Seasons Hotel Milano and the Duomo, it’s one of the most famous opera houses in the world. Also known as La Scala, the theatre is located next to the famous Via Manzoni, one of the chicest, most popular streets in Milan. On this street is also where the famed composer Giuseppe Verdi lived and died. Some say he used to cover the street with straw so that he wouldn’t be bothered by the noise of the carts and horses on the cobblestones.
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Castello SforzescoA 10-minute walk from our Hotel, you’ll find the Castello Sforzesco. The most important families of Lombardy have passed through this fortress, and it has become a magnificent symbol of the once all-powerful Duchy of Milan. The fortress had been completely destroyed but restored, with world-renowned artists such as Leonardo da Vinci leaving their marks. Today, the complex is home to no less than six important museums with genuine artistic gems. Let our concierge team help plan your visit.
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