Milan · Castello and Sempione
Parco Sempione
The city's main park, an English-style garden behind the Sforza Castle with lawns, ponds and a long path to the Arch of Peace. It is a good place to rest between museums.
- 1 h
- Free
- Booking: not needed
- Castello and Sempione
Data checked on October 5, 2026
The park covers about 386,000 square metres and was laid out in the late 19th century on the old castle parade ground. Its paths cross lawns and tree-lined stretches, and there are ponds, a small bridge and a library inside the grounds. The Civic Aquarium and the Triennale design museum stand at its edges.
What to look for
- The Arch of Peace at the far end
- The Branca Tower viewing platform
- The ponds and the tree trails
- The view of the castle from the lawns
Opening hours
| Monday | 6:00 am–10:00 pm | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 am–10:00 pm | |
| Wednesday | 6:00 am–10:00 pm | |
| Thursday | 6:00 am–10:00 pm | |
| Friday | 6:00 am–10:00 pm | |
| Saturday | 6:00 am–10:00 pm | |
| Sunday | 6:00 am–10:00 pm |
From October to March the park is open from 6:00 to 22:00. From April to September it stays open from 6:00 to midnight.
Source: Comune di Milano, checked October 5, 2026
Tickets and booking
Free.
Getting there
Take M1 to Cairoli or M2 to Cadorna, or walk through the castle courtyard to the park gate.
Tip
Cut through from the castle to the Arch of Peace and back along the other side. The Branca Tower in the park has a viewing platform, so check its opening on the day.