See & do · Landmarks & architecture
Santa Maria delle Grazie
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:20 PM, 3:00 – 5:50 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:20 PM, 3:00 – 5:50 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:20 PM, 3:00 – 5:50 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:20 PM, 3:00 – 5:50 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:20 PM, 3:00 – 5:50 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:20 PM, 3:00 – 5:50 PM
- Sunday: 3:00 – 5:50 PM
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Terracotta Renaissance church with elaborate Gothic interior, home to Da Vinci's The Last Supper.via Google
The Renaissance church and convent housing Leonardo da Vinci's mural masterpiece, The Last Supper.
- Good to know
- €€ entry fee. Booking months in advance is mandatory, as viewing slots are strictly limited to 15 minutes.
Reviews from Google
I visited Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” in Milan. There were many tourists accompanied by guides. At the reception desk in the building next to the church, I showed my QR code voucher and passport to receive an audio set before entering. Although my ticket was for the 17:30 session, our group entered the church around 17:20 and waited in a small anteroom beforehand. Visitors are allowed inside the viewing room for exactly 15 minutes, from 17:30 to 17:45. The system is very well organized — each group leaves completely before the next group enters. After the viewing, the guide gave a short lecture in another room about the restoration history of the mural, and the tour ended around 18:00. There was also a shop in the back selling books and souvenirs, with a 25% discount sale during my visit. The viewing time itself was short, but it was still a very fulfilling experience. The guided tour purchased through Trip.com was quite expensive, around ¥10,000, but getting official tickets independently seems very difficult, so I think it was probably worth it.
Visiting Santa Maria delle Grazie to see The Last Supper was one of the highlights of the entire trip. The atmosphere inside felt almost unreal — like stepping straight into a mystery movie where you’re about to uncover hidden codes and secrets. Seeing such an iconic masterpiece in person was genuinely epic, and the amount of history packed into that room is hard to describe. What surprised me even more was the incredible painting directly opposite The Last Supper — Crucifixion by Giovanni Donato da Montorfano. Most people rush in focused only on Da Vinci’s work, but the entire room deserves attention. The contrast between the two massive artworks makes the experience feel even more powerful and immersive. An unforgettable experience and an absolute must-visit in Milan.
We got in by getting brokered tickets through our concierge, so we paid a last minute premium. Hooking up with our group was not easy or obvious. We did get connected on time and enjoyed the experience. Our guide did a good job of explaining the restoration and extreme efforts involved. A must see while in Milan. We recommend walking around the back of the church to gain access to the inner courtyard. Very beautiful.
It is a must do thing when you are in Milan. Book your tours in advance. Local tour guilds are very knowledgeable about the painting. With the detail explanations will help you appreciate the painting even more.
An extremely historic and beautiful church located not far from the centre of Milan. It houses the Cenacolo, also known as ‘The Last Supper’, a marvel of renaissance art by Leonardo da Vinci. The church itself is rather large and is beautifully decorated. Tickets to the cenacolo are hard to find, but it is worth the visit.