How to get to the Last Supper

How to get to Santa Maria delle Grazie

Location

The Last Supper painting resides in the refectory of the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie. This historic church serves as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Milan's western district.

Address: Piazza di Santa Maria delle Grazie, 20123 Milano MI, Italy

On foot

Santa Maria delle Grazie is within walking distance of many major Milan attractions, making it easy to reach on foot. It's about a 15-minute walk from the Duomo and just 10 minutes from Sforza Castle. Strolling along Corso Magenta, you'll pass elegant buildings and cafés before arriving at the church. The route is flat and pleasant, perfect for exploring Milan's historic center on the way to The Last Supper.

By public transport

Metro System: The M1 red line serves the Conciliazione station, located 5 minutes from Santa Maria delle Grazie. Cadorna station on the same line requires a 9-minute walk.

From Milano Centrale, travelers take the M2 green line to Cadorna, then transfer to M1. This journey takes approximately 15 minutes total.

Tram Services: Tram 16 stops directly at Magenta S. Maria delle Grazie, just 1 minute from the entrance. This tram operates from 4:30 AM to 2:30 AM daily.

Bus Routes: Multiple bus lines serve the Conciliazione M1 stop: 50, 58, 67, 68, 85, N50, NM1, NM2, N25, and N26.

By car

You can reach Santa Maria delle Grazie by car via Corso Magenta, near Cadorna Station. Street parking is limited, but there are several paid garages nearby, such as Garage Magenta and Parking Cadorna, both just a few minutes’ walk from the church.

NOTE: the church sits in the Area C of Milan, meaning that car access is subject to a fee. You can buy the ticket to enter Area C either in person or online on the official website, which also provides all the necessary information.

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