Royal Palace of Milan (Palazzo Reale di Milano)

Overview

The Royal Palace of Milan, also known as Palazzo Reale di Milano, is a historic palace located in the heart of Milan. It served as the seat of the Visconti and Sforza dynasties and later as the residence of the Austrian governors and Italian kings. The palace houses a museum with extensive collections of art and historical artifacts.

The palace is a significant cultural and historical landmark, showcasing the rich history of Milan and Italy.

Historical Art

Location

Address

Piazza del Duomo 12, Milan

Neighborhood: Duomo

Coordinates

45.464210, 9.191380

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

saturday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

sunday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

€12

Children

€8

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May, October

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

Euro

Typical Costs

entry €12

parking €5

food €15

souvenirs €20

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Royal Palace of Milan

Size: 45 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets, Exhibitions info

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Milano Linate Airport

Distance: 7 km

Travel Time: 20 minutes

taxi

€30 20 min

public_transport

€5 30 min

From City Center

Distance: 2 km

metro

€1.50 10 min

bus

€1.50 15 min

taxi

€10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance and beautiful architecture

Historical Significance: Important events happened here, including the proclamation of the Kingdom of Italy

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning for locals
Best local food at the back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe at Piazza del Duomo
• Ask for guide Marco

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Ciao

thank_you Grazie

where_is Dov'è

how_much Quanto costa

beautiful Bello

ticket Biglietto

Guide Languages: English, Italian, Spanish, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, courtyard

prohibited areas exhibitions, private rooms

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Milan Cathedral

Distance: 100m

Walking: 2 min

Type: Cathedral

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Distance: 200m

Walking: 3 min

Type: Shopping Mall

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great history"

Contact Information

+39 02 89423345

info@palazzorealedimilano.it

www.palazzorealedimilano.it

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