Sforzesco Castle, Milan: Photos, Reviews & Location

Huge Medieval-Renaissance fortress with historical museums & art by da Vinci and Michelangelo.

At a glance

#26 of 93 Tourist attractions in Milan

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.60

0.8 km from the center of Milan

Rating breakdown

5 ★72%
4 ★22%
3 ★4%
2 ★1%
1 ★1%

What reviewers talk about

Share of 15 recent reviews that mention each topic.

Price & value33%
Waiting & crowds13%
Location13%
Atmosphere7%

Piazza Castello, 20121 Milano MI, Italy

milanocastello.it

+39 02 8846 3700

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Quick facts

What is the rating of Sforzesco Castle?: Sforzesco Castle is rated 4.6 out of 5 based on 138,066 reviews.
How does Sforzesco Castle rank in Milan?: Sforzesco Castle is #26 of 93 Tourist attractions in Milan by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Sforzesco Castle located?: Piazza Castello, 20121 Milano MI, Italy — 0.8 km from the center of Milan.
What do visitors mention most about Sforzesco Castle?: Most often: price & value, waiting & crowds, location (from 15 recent reviews).
How can I contact Sforzesco Castle?: Phone: +39 02 8846 3700 · Website: milanocastello.it

Reviews (15)

Pong Lenis 2023 Nov 09

Absolutely beautiful architecture, looks stunning in the nighttime when lit up. Was filled with lots of historical artifacts and artwork, it’s a very well kept and
the castle is in very good condition. Very historic with lots to see and do. It has a very nice museum. I would definitely recommend checking it out if you’re visiting Milan.

Tanya Tanya 2023 Nov 02

Very big and beautiful.
Definitely one of the must see. Worth the money and time. Very big territory to walk around. Didn’t get a chance to visit museum as it was closed the day we came, it was Monday.
Absolutely would love to see it inside, unfortunately it is completely closed for public. But still impressive and beautiful castle.

Connor Downs 2023 Oct 29

Visited this castle whilst in Milan. It is in a great central location. It is free to enter and walk into, but if you want to walk around the inside of the castle and see the exhibits then that is €5 or you can get a student ticket. You are not allowed to take large bags around the exhibits either and cannot take videos, only pictures. This is nice to look around and you can also pay for a translator earpiece it you want to listen to the history. There are some people trying to sell you roses and bracelets etc on the inside so be aware of them

diane Thompson 2023 Oct 22

An amazing place, it's €5 to gain entry which I recommend. However just having a wander through the massive courtyards and taking in the picturesque building and surroundings is definitely worth the visit. It links the park and the way towards Duomo.

Spectacular place.

Dominik Kuthan 2023 Oct 04

Amazing open fortress very close to the city centre. Pretty much within walking distance from other landmarks as well as main train station. During my visit outdoor parts were open and just indoor sections required tickets. Couldn't go as time pressed yet definitely gorgeous place and would love to see more of it!

Kristýna Vacardová 2023 Sep 28

Absolutely gorgeous place! It's 100% worth it just for the outside parts. The complex is big, and the adjoining park offers a great relaxing spot and various drinks and foods to refresh you. Totally stunning for everyone, not just those interested in history! Also there are free toilets.

Waad Jz 2023 Sep 25

Very beautiful castle with a garden in the middle, we visited on a sunday and it wasn't busy at all. The castle is well maintained. There are no restaurants or shops inside the castle other than the info point, but there is a big garden outside the castle, I'll attach a pic of it. It is definitely a must visit place if you are in Milan.

Hi Wa 2023 Sep 08

It's a nice place
A large park and greenery nearby
The decoration and architecture is really nice
No entrance fee for some main areas
Toilet was not visible or at least I couldn't find
Various types of vests and event la inside was running
Also th wnoghr lightening was really nice
The castle overall worth to visit

jeff klein 2023 Sep 07

It's a go to in Milan. Lots of museum quality sculptures and Renaissance art that are religiously oriented.

I'm not sure the audio is necessary as we kind of breezed through with out studying each piece. It's a huge facility so be prepared.

There are no furnishings is basically a museum.

I'd definitely go there if I was tourist.

Anne Kearney 2023 Sep 07

Beautiful castle in the middle of the city park. Absolutely gorgeous. Visiting the grounds are free. You need a ticket to see the exhibits

erez melamed 2023 Sep 05

This castle is one of the most, if not the most, impressive and beautiful fortresses / castles I've been in.
A real must seen!
The size, built ornaments, towers, walls, ditch - all are great sights. And there are multiple museums inside...
With the triumfh arch and beautiful garden near by, this can fill half a day of great sight seeing.

Bogdan Marcelan 2023 Aug 18

I was happy to take the time with my family and we saw all the attractions inside the castle. There are a lot of them. Of particular interest is the work said to be Leonardo. I wasn't allowed to record that either. Other things are also interesting. The castle is a bit dark from the outside.

Aisha Ali 2023 Aug 11

Been to Milan before, but only pictured this beauty from the outside as it was night. This time, I arrived early in the morning to visit this historical beauty (which proved to be a good idea as the hot weather still hasn’t set in). The castle is a must visit to anyone in the area for its historical significance. One thing to note is, if you are traveling by car, make sure to know your parking areas beforehand as you might face trouble finding a place to park! fun travels!

Nick Bartley 2023 Aug 07

The Castle is a little ways outside of city center. It’s large, but much of it has been redone. If you have time, go see it. However, f you’re limited on time go to one of the amazing museums in Milan instead. Nothing super unique to see except some older murals inside the main courtyard.

Vin Chenzo 2023 Jul 30

Such an amazing structure with a lot of history. It is free to visit and was not busy at all on a Saturday July afternoon. There is a tourist information point to get leaflets in multiple languages about the castle and the park next to it is beautiful too. This is definitely worth a visit if you are coming to Milan.