San Marco Travel Guide
Milan
Visit San Marco
Popular places to visit
Cathedral of Milan
The centrepiece of Milan is also the largest church in Italy, crowned by a gold-coated statue of the Madonna.
Piazza del Duomo
At this central square browse luxury Italian goods in one of the oldest shopping centres in the world or visit the largest church in Italy.
San Siro Stadium
Catch an event at San Siro Stadium during your trip to Milan. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
This beautiful old arcade houses some of the biggest names in fashion, such as Prada and Gucci, alongside traditional restaurants and hole-in-the-wall cafés.
Teatro alla Scala
See opera, ballet or classical music performed on one of the most famous stages in the world at this theatre and museum.
Autodromo Nazionale Monza
Catch an event at Autodromo Nazionale Monza during your trip to Monza. Add the area's stunning cathedral or shops to your travel plans.
Top hotels in San Marco
Hotel Berna
Located conveniently, very good customer service
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo
Perfect location, very nice breakfast and good size room
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
ibis Milano Centro
Good location. Walking distance to Milan central in 20-25 minutes. Or plenty of train/metro stations nearby.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
UNA Hotels Century Milano
Good location, nice hotel, good price
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Square Milano Duomo - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Fantastic in everything from breakfast to room to location.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
IH Hotels Milano Centrale
Excellent location, only 3 minutes walk from Central Station and nice restaurant opposite front door.Deluxe room was also Excellent with a balcony, good breakfast choice and friendly staff, 5 stars all round, would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Marco
Brera
Shopping, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of Brera. Make a stop by Pinacoteca di Brera or Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Via Cusani Tram Stop or Cairoli Station to get around town.
Borgonuovo
While you're in Borgonuovo, take in top sights like Armani Megastore or Via Montenapoleone Fashion District, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Montenapoleone M3 Tram Stop or Montenapoleone Station.
Porta Garibaldi
You might enjoy the art galleries while in Porta Garibaldi. Corso Como is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Via Rosales Tram Stop or V.le M.te Grappa Via Gioia Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Porta Nuova
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Porta Nuova. Check out top attractions like Piazza della Repubblica and Corso Como, and jump on the metro at Repubblica M3 Tram Stop or Turati M3 Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Scala
While you're in Scala, take in top sights like Teatro alla Scala or Piazza della Scala, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Teatro alla Scala Tram Stop or Montenapoleone M3 Tram Stop.
Milan Centre
Cathedral of Milan and Piazza del Duomo are top sights in Milan Centre, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duomo Station or Via Orefici P.za Cordusio Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.
