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Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio, Sant'Ambrogio
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Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio

  • 4.717k reviews
  • Free
  • Closed now

Romanesque basilica with an atrium courtyard and a crypt holding St Ambrose's remains; a separate paid museum shows the treasury.

Quick answers

Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio in short

When is Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio open?

Mon–Sat 7:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2:30 PM–7 PM; Sun 8 AM–1 PM, 3 PM–8 PM. Hours checked on 2 November 2026.

When is the best time to visit Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio indoors or outdoors?

Indoors: a good pick when it rains.

Is Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio good for kids?

Yes, it welcomes children.

How much does Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio cost?

It's free to visit.

Do you need to book Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio?

No, you can walk in.

More questions (3)

How long do you need at Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio?

About 45 minutes.

Where is Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio?

Piazza Sant'Ambrogio, 15, 20123 Milano MI.

Is Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility: wheelchair accessible parking, wheelchair accessible entrance.

Status, rating and hours checked on 2 November 2026; kids, cost, booking and setting verified by the Wedar team. Where our data comes from

Right now · 1:30 am

Why it fits right now

Closed right now.

Opens today 8 am.

In its favour

  • Warm inside
  • Indoors

7°

Clear

Feels
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Rain
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Wind
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  2. 3amPartly cloudy6°
  3. 4amPartly cloudy6°

The next five days

Best time to go

Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.

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Plan your visit

Hours

Closed now
monday
7:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2:30 PM–7 PM
tuesdayToday
7:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2:30 PM–7 PM
wednesday
7:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2:30 PM–7 PM
thursday
7:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2:30 PM–7 PM
friday
7:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2:30 PM–7 PM
saturday
7:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2:30 PM–7 PM
sunday
8 AM–1 PM, 3 PM–8 PM

How busy it gets today

Hours checked 2 Nov

Where and how

  1. 1 Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio
  2. 2 Bebel · 3 min
  3. 3 Vento di Sardegna · 4 min
  4. 4 DedasPuri Ristorante Georgiano & Wine Shop · 4 min
  5. 5 Bar Magenta · 6 min
Piazza Sant'Ambrogio, 15, 20123 Milano MI(opens the map)DirectionsTo Sant'AmbrogioCall+390286450895Websitebasilicasantambrogio.it

Good to know

  • Indoors
  • Free to visit
  • Walk-ins welcome
  • Allow about 45 min
  • Step-free entrance

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.7from 17k reviews

Known for

  • Crypt of St Ambrose
  • Atrium courtyard
  • Golden altar
  • Ambrosius treasury museum

What people say

Worth knowing:
Visits pause during Mass; dress modestly.

Around Sant'Ambrogio

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

Your full outfit
  • JacketThe whole time

It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.