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How to get to Sforza Castle by metro

Station, line, time and exit — the complete guide.

Quick answer

Get off at Cadorna FN station (Line M1 & Line M2). From there it is a ~5-minute walk to Sforza Castle and Sempione Park.

Santa Maria delle Grazie with Leonardo’s Last Supper is about 6 minutes away on foot: see how to get to The Last Supper.

Alternatively: station Duomo (Line M1 & Line M3).

Sforza Castle
Sforza Castle

Overview

Sforza Castle, with its museums and Sempione Park behind it, is one of Milan’s best-loved sights. A few minutes away is Santa Maria delle Grazie, home to The Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci. Cadorna FN station (lines M1 and M2) serves the whole area.

Getting there from key points

Starting pointMetro route
DuomoLine M1 toward Rho/Bisceglie, ~4 min
Central StationLine M2, ~8 min
San SiroLine M5 to Garibaldi, transfer M2, ~20 min

Step by step

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Take Line M1 and get off at Cadorna FN station.

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Follow the signs to the right exit.

3

In about 5 minutes on foot you reach Sforza Castle and Sempione Park.

What else to see nearby

  • Sempione Park📍 Map7 min
  • Santa Maria delle Grazie (The Last Supper)📍 Map6 min

Useful information

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Ticket
The 90-minute urban ticket is valid on the metro, buses and ATM trams. See the "Tickets & fares" page.
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Accessibility
Many Milan metro stops have lifts, escalators and step-free routes, and the driverless M4 and M5 lines have platform screen doors. Equipment can be temporarily out of service: check the status of Cadorna FN on the ATM app before you travel.
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Tip
The Last Supper can only be visited by booking well in advance. For the castle itself, Cairoli station (M1) is even closer.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a ticket?

The 90-minute urban ticket is valid on the metro, buses and ATM trams. See the "Tickets & fares" page for prices.

How long does it take from the centre?

Duomo: Line M1 toward Rho/Bisceglie, ~4 min.

Which lines serve the station?

Cadorna FN station is served by Line M1 & Line M2.

Is the station accessible?

Many Milan metro stops have lifts and step-free routes, but equipment can be out of service: check the status of Cadorna FN on the ATM app before you travel.

Where can I find more attractions?

See all attractions near the metro.

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Updated: October 2026

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