About Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore

The Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore which is also known as Chiesa di Milano was once associated with a major convent of the city. Now the building is used as Milan's archaeological museum. The church is still used as a house of worship, as well as a venue for concerts. The place is divided into two sections, one is the church itself and the other is a monastery, that used to be strictly reserved for nuns only and is called the Hall of the Nuns.

Must See

  • Church Exterior.
  • Nun Sitting Area.
  • Two Central Walls.

How to reach

Metro: Cadorna, line M1; Cairoli, line M1. Tram: lines 16, 19 and 20. Buses: lines 50 and 58.
Both the metro, tram, and bus lines fares: €1.50 for a single ticket that allows 90-minute travel. A 24-hour travel ticket costs €4.50, and a 48-hour travel ticket costs €8.25.
You can also take a taxi to reach Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore with a minimum fare starting from €3.30. 

Tips

  • This is just a 15-minute walk from Piazza Duomo.
  • One can't take photos inside without permission.
  • Smoking and drinking are strictly prohibited.
  • Obey the Church rules.
  • Don't talk loudly.  

Visit Time

Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

Nil

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 8.09°C

 

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