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Tickets to Sforza Castle & Rondanini's Pieta with Audio Guide

Discover the medieval Sforza Castle on this self-guided tour with a multilingual audio guide.
This notable landmark of Milan was built in the 14th century and was one of the most magnificent residences of its time then.
Explore the red-brick facade of this fortress castle and continue inside to the expansive courtyard. The towers of the castle are most distinctive, especially Torre del Filarete.
The Sforza Castle is also home to several museums showcasing art, paintings, sculptures, and other works by famous artists like Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and more.
Take delight in experiencing Michelangelo's Pietà Rondanini, a remarkable sculpture that offers a profound connection to the artistic legacy of the renowned master.
This ticket also allows you to go on a self-guided tour of Milan.
Discover the iconic sights of the city such as the Duomo di Milano, Santa Maria delle Grazie, Sempione Park, and more.

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2 hr.

Audio guide

Discover the medieval Sforza Castle on this self-guided tour with a multilingual audio guide.
This notable landmark of Milan was built in the 14th century and was one of the most magnificent residences of its time then.
Explore the red-brick facade of this fortress castle and continue inside to the expansive courtyard. The towers of the castle are most distinctive, especially Torre del Filarete.
The Sforza Castle is also home to several museums showcasing art, paintings, sculptures, and other works by famous artists like Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and more.
Take delight in experiencing Michelangelo's Pietà Rondanini, a remarkable sculpture that offers a profound connection to the artistic legacy of the renowned master.
This ticket also allows you to go on a self-guided tour of Milan.
Discover the iconic sights of the city such as the Duomo di Milano, Santa Maria delle Grazie, Sempione Park, and more.

Inclusions

Reserved entry to the Sforza Castle and the museum
Self-guided audio tour of the Sforza Castle
Multilingual audio commentary in English, German, French, Italian, Mandarin, and Spanish
Self-guided audio tour of Milan

Exclusions

Mobile device

Headphones
Public transportation tickets

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

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YesMilano: Flash, Standard & All-Inclusive City Passes

Unlock entry to attractions & museums and enjoy savings of up to 70% on tickets, and public transportation with this cost-effective Milan City Pass.
With this 3-day Pass, visit sites such as Sforza Castle museums, Civic Aquarium, and Duomo, among others.
Get complimentary access to public transportation for 3 days. Zoom across the city in ATM trams, buses, and metros within Zone Mi1-Mi3.
The Standard Pass grants access to Civic Museums plus 1 premium activity. The All-Inclusive Pass offers access to Civic Museums and all premium activities.
Save paper with 100% digital passes which are super easy to use, mobile-friendly, and convenient for anyone who hates standing in ticketing queues.

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Free cancellation

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23 hr. 60 min. - 72 hr.

Audio guide

Unlock entry to attractions & museums and enjoy savings of up to 70% on tickets, and public transportation with this cost-effective Milan City Pass.
With this 3-day Pass, visit sites such as Sforza Castle museums, Civic Aquarium, and Duomo, among others.
Get complimentary access to public transportation for 3 days. Zoom across the city in ATM trams, buses, and metros within Zone Mi1-Mi3.
The Standard Pass grants access to Civic Museums plus 1 premium activity. The All-Inclusive Pass offers access to Civic Museums and all premium activities.
Save paper with 100% digital passes which are super easy to use, mobile-friendly, and convenient for anyone who hates standing in ticketing queues.

Inclusions

Standard Pass/All-Inclusive Pass/24-hr Flash City Pass (as per option selected)
Valid for 24hrs or 3 days (as per option selected)
Unlimited access to public transport (Metro Zone Mi1-Mi3, trams, and buses)
Access to Duomo Cathedral and Rooftop with stairs or lift (as per option selected)
Choose one activity from a curated list (for Flash & Standard Pass)
Free entry to specific museums
Discounts of up to 30% at select attractions and services
Digital maps and audio guides via the YesMilanoPass app

Exclusions

Travel via regional train

Food & drinks
Private transfer
Transfer from/to Milano Malpensa airport and Milan Bergamo-Orio al Serio
Entry to attractions not included in the specific pass variant

Each included attraction can be visited once for free.
Some of the attractions, like the Duomo Cathedral, require a reservation in advance, so please check accordingly.
Pets are not allowed.

Download the YesMilano Pass app on your mobile phone and start your Milan adventure without any delays. Log in to the app using your reference code and travel date.
Plan your visit by choosing an activation date for your Pass. Then click on 'Activities' to secure spots for your chosen attractions. Tap 'Transport' to use your public transport ticket.
The Pass is to be used within 3 consecutive calendar days.
Single admission only, repeat visits to attractions or activities are not permitted.

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

Guided Tours

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The Last Supper & Sforza Castle Guided Tour

Visit two of Milan’s gems – a masterpiece and a medieval fortress, alongside an expert guide.

Everything you get: Visit Santa Maria delle Grazie, a former Dominican convent that hosts the original The Last Supper painting in its dining room, with engaging commentary on Da Vinci’s unique oil and tempera techniques. Then, embark on a guided tour of Sforza Castle, including its famous art collections, courtyards, and gardens.
Why choose this: Experience two of Milan’s iconic landmarks with skip-the-line access and an expert guide, making the most of your time in the city.

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Free cancellation

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2 hr. - 3 hr.

Visit two of Milan’s gems – a masterpiece and a medieval fortress, alongside an expert guide.

Everything you get: Visit Santa Maria delle Grazie, a former Dominican convent that hosts the original The Last Supper painting in its dining room, with engaging commentary on Da Vinci’s unique oil and tempera techniques. Then, embark on a guided tour of Sforza Castle, including its famous art collections, courtyards, and gardens.
Why choose this: Experience two of Milan’s iconic landmarks with skip-the-line access and an expert guide, making the most of your time in the city.

Inclusions

Guided tour of Santa Maria delle Grazie with entry
Access to Leonardo's Last Supper Museum
15-minute reserved viewing of The Last Supper painting
Guided tour of Sforza Castle with entry

Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography is a no-go inside Leonardo's Last Supper Museum.
This tour is wheelchair accessible with prior notice.

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

Combos

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Combo (Save 5%): Pinacoteca di Brera + Sforza Castle Entry Tickets with Audio Guide

Bypass crowds with timed-entry to two of Milan’s great legacies, from artistic haven to historic stronghold.

Everything you get at Pinacoteca di Brera: Enjoy timed-entry to Brera gallery gliding past ticket queues into halls filled with masterpieces from Caravaggio to Raphael, all at your own relaxed pace.
Everything you get at Sforza Castle: Get reserved entry to one of Europe’s largest fortified structures. Access all of its 8 museums with over 500 years of artworks, paired with insightful commentary from an audio guide. Conclude your visit with Michelangelo’s Pietà Rondanini, his final unfinished masterpiece.
Why choose this combo: Timed entry saves a total of up to 2 hours as you explore the two landmarks just 10 minutes apart, the smartest way to see more of Milan, effortlessly.

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Audio guide

Bypass crowds with timed-entry to two of Milan’s great legacies, from artistic haven to historic stronghold.

Everything you get at Pinacoteca di Brera: Enjoy timed-entry to Brera gallery gliding past ticket queues into halls filled with masterpieces from Caravaggio to Raphael, all at your own relaxed pace.
Everything you get at Sforza Castle: Get reserved entry to one of Europe’s largest fortified structures. Access all of its 8 museums with over 500 years of artworks, paired with insightful commentary from an audio guide. Conclude your visit with Michelangelo’s Pietà Rondanini, his final unfinished masterpiece.
Why choose this combo: Timed entry saves a total of up to 2 hours as you explore the two landmarks just 10 minutes apart, the smartest way to see more of Milan, effortlessly.

Inclusions

Timed-entry to Pinacoteca di Brera
Timed-entry to Sforza Castle and museum with a multilingual audio guide in English, German, French, Italian, Mandarin, and Spanish (as per option selected)

Pinacoteca di Brera

What to bring

Carry a valid photo ID for verification purposes.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and bulky luggage are not allowed inside for security reasons.
Animals are not allowed, except for certified service dogs.
Eating and drinking within the exhibition areas is prohibited.
Flash photography, tripods, and video equipment are not permitted inside the galleries.

Accessibility

The museum is fully accessible to wheelchair users, with elevators and ramps throughout the venue.
Accessible restroom facilities are available on-site.

Additional information

The gallery is closed on Mondays.
Admission is free for visitors under 18, with discounted tickets available for EU youth aged 18–25.
Re-entry is not permitted.

Sforza Castle

What to bring

Carry a valid photo ID for verification purposes.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and bulky luggage are not allowed inside for security reasons.
Flash photography is not permitted inside the galleries.
Eating & drinking are discouraged inside museum premises.
Animals are not allowed, except for certified service dogs.

Accessibility

Although ramps and elevators are available, the museum lacks a dedicated accessible route, making navigation challenging for visitors with disabilities.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Explore Sforza Castle

Pinacoteca del Castello Sforzesco

An art museum, the Pinacoteca del Castello Sforzesco houses a vast collection of Italian Renaissance and Lombard art. Some of the highlights include works by Mantegna, Bellini, and Antonello da Messina.

The Museum of Ancient Art

The museum boasts an extensive and amazing collection of sculptures from the medieval and the Italian Renaissance era, including works by Michelangelo and Donatello.

The Museum of Musical Instruments:

An ode to the musical heritage of Italy, particularly the Lombard region, you will find a collection of more than 700 musical instruments over here. This includes Stradivarius violins and harpsichords from the 16th century.

The Egyptian Museum

If you want to explore a bit of Egypt in Milan, then visiting the Egyptian Museum in the Sforza Museum Complex is a no-brainer. This museum, dedicated to ancient Egypt, houses over 1,500 artifacts, including sarcophagi, statues, and jewelry.

Applied Arts Collection

The museum showcases decorative arts and crafts from the 15th to the 20th century, including ceramics, glass, textiles, silverware, jewelry, ivories, pottery, and art glass.

The Antique Furniture & Wooden Sculpture Museum

Located on the first floor of the Sforza Castle museum complex, the museum is home to furniture and wooden sculptures from the 15th to the 19th century.

The Achille Bertarelli Print Collection

Another gem of a museum in the Sforza Castle museum, it houses a collection of over 6,000 prints, including works by Rembrandt, Goya, and Picasso. This must-visit museum is open to the public by appointment only.

The Museum of the Rondanini Pietà

One of the most famous museums in the complex, the Museum of the Rondanini Pietà houses Michelangelo’s last work the Rondanini Pietà, which depicts the body of Christ in the arms of the Virgin Mary.

The Biblioteca Trivulziana

A library that houses antique books, documents, and bindings from the 14th to 19th centuries. You will find some rare manuscripts and early printed books, here. In 1978, the Biblioteca undertook some major restoration works to preserve its collections.

The Archaeological Museum of Milan

Delve into the history of Milan, and learn about the city that is home to famous landmarks such as the Duomo, through artifacts ranging from prehistoric times to the Roman Empire.

The Medal and Numistica Collection

The museum features one of Italy's most significant numismatic collections with over 30,000 items from ancient Greece to the present day.

The Sala delle Asse

The Sala delle Asse is a room that is famous for the mural paintings created by Leonardo da Vinci. The room was commissioned by Ludovico Sforza, in the late 15th century.

The Drawing Collection

Considered one of the most important and extensive collections of drawings in Italy, with works spanning from the 14th to the 19th centuries.

Achille Bertarelli Engraving Collection

A significant collection of Italian and European prints from the 16th to the 18th century. The collection was donated to the city of Milan in 1928 by Achille Bertarelli.

Parco Sempione

Covering an area of 95 acres, Parco Sempione is one of the largest green spaces in Milan. Located behind the castle, the park was designed in the late 1800s and features a mix of natural and formal elements.

Plan your Visit to Sforza Castle

Sforza Castle

Daily, 7 AM to 7:30 PM

Castle Museums

Tuesday to Sunday, 10 AM to 5:30 PM

Closed: Mondays, 25 December, 1 January, and 1 May

Best Time to Visit

If you want to avoid the crowds and enjoy a more peaceful experience, it's best to visit early in the morning when the castle opens at 7 AM or later in the evening, closer to when it closes at 7:30 PM.

Address: Piazza Castello - 20121 Milano [Find on Maps]

Getting There

By Subway: Take the red line and get off at the Cairoli or Cadorna FN stops. You can also take the green line and get off at either Lanza or Cadorna FN stops.

By Tram: Served by lines 1, 2, 4, 12, 14, and 27.

By Bus: Served by bus numbers 50, 57, 58, 61, and 94.

By Milan hop-on hop-off bus: Closest Stop is Castle in Milan Highlights of Milan Open Tour. Closest Stop is Castello in red route of City Sightseeing Milan.

The Sforza Castle has multiple entrances:

The main entrance is located in Piazza Castello, while there are other entrances to Via Milazzo and Via Sforza.
There are also several secondary entrances along the castle walls.
The exact number of entrances may vary depending on how they are counted, but there are at least three main entrances and several secondary entrances.

Glass and Opera Exhibition
3 December 2022 to 30 April 2023
It is a collective exhibition of 20 contemporary artists who were invited to create glassworks inspired by the opera.
Musical Encounters with the Baroque Orchestra
17 December 2022 to 27 May 2023
This includes 6 concerts on Saturday afternoons.
Showboat Round Trip
29 March 2023 to 25 June 2023
After 8 years, Giovanni Frangi returns to exhibit his artworks in Milan.

Restaurants and Cafes: There are several restaurants and cafes located within the castle grounds where visitors can enjoy a meal or a coffee.
Gift Shops: There are also several gift shops where visitors can purchase souvenirs, books, and other items related to the castle and its history.
Toilets: Toilets are easily available throughout the Sforza Castle museum castle.
Elevators: Elevators are installed to provide access to visitors with mobility impairments, as well as to make it easier to navigate the castle's multiple floors.

The main entrance and all restrooms at Sforza Castle are accessible for wheelchair users.
Elevators have also been installed in the Sforza Castle complex for the convenience of people with reduced mobility.
You can take wheelchairs free of charge from the information desk for use during your visit to the castle.
All the staff at Sforza Castle are trained and will be happy to help people with reduced mobility enjoy a comfortable and hassle-free visit.

Calicantus Sforzesco (80 m away): A vegetarian restaurant with a cozy and charming ambiance, serving creative and healthy dishes made with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Chiosco Squadre Calcio (110 m away): A casual, outdoor kiosk serving street food and snacks, perfect for a quick bite while on the go.
Al Politico (110 m away): A cozy, traditional Italian trattoria with a rustic atmosphere and authentic Milanese cuisine.
Hierbas Milano (160 m away): A trendy, modern restaurant with innovative Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.

Budget

Hotel Ritter (300 m away), Hotel Cervo Milano (500 m away)

Mid-Range

Hotel Mentana (0.4 km away), Hotel Sanpi Milano (0.6 km away)

Luxury

Hotel Boscolo Milano Autograph Collection (500 m away), Palazzo Parigi Hotel & Grand Spa (800 meters away)

Plan Ahead: Book your tickets online and in advance to avoid the disappointment of tickets selling out.
Wear Comfortable Shoes: The Sfroza Castle complex is huge and exploring it would involve a lot of walking, so it is best to wear comfortable shoes.
Opt For a Guided Tour: Take a guided tour to learn about the Sforza Castle’s history and cultural significance..
Follow the Rules: The Sforza Castle is home to a lot of priceless works of art, so it is imperative that you follow the rules in place. For example, flash photography is not allowed at the castle.

La Scala Theatre: A museum showcasing the history of Italian opera through a collection of costumes, instruments, and memorabilia.
Duomo: A massive cathedral located in the heart of Milan, known for its intricate Gothic architecture and impressive collection of artwork and sculptures.
Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie: A church best known for housing Leonardo da Vinci's famous mural painting The Last Supper.
Leonardo Da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology: A museum dedicated to the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci, showcasing his designs and inventions across various fields of science and technology.