Da Vinci's 'The Last Supper' Painting Location in Milan

Last Supper painting location

Address: Piazza di Santa Maria delle Grazie, 20123 Milano MI, Italy
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Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper (Cenacolo) is located in the refectory of the Dominican convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie. The church is located close to the city center, just a 20 min walk from Milan Duomo.

Closest landmark: Leonardo da Vinci's Vineyard, 2-min walk

Plan you visit to Last Supper Milan

Getting to Last Supper in Milan by public transport

Best for: Time-efficient commute, budget-friendly travel
Metro lines: M1, M2
Travel time: 5 mins
Closest stop/station: Conciliazione
Frequency: Every 5 mins

Take the M1 Red Line directly from Duomo station to Conciliazione station (4 stops).
While not the quickest, you can also take the M2 Green line to Cardona. Transfer to the M1 Red Line here and travel one stop on the M1 Red Line to Conciliazione station.
It's a 5-minute walk from Conciliazione to Santa Maria delle Grazie.

Best for: Local sightseeing, budget-friendly travel
Bus lines: 50 and 169
Travel time: 10-15 minutes
Closest stop: Via Boccaccio
Frequency: Buses run at frequent intervals from 5:30am until 12:30am.

If you are traveling to see The Last Supper from Milano Centrale, you can take bus number 50 or 169 and get down at Via Boccaccio.
From Via Boccaccio, it will be a short walk to Santa Maria delle Grazie where The Last Supper is located.

Best for: Avoiding street traffic
Tram lines: 16
Travel time: 12 minutes
Closest stop: S. Maria delle Grazie
Frequency: 8-10 minutes from 5am to 2am

If you're staying near the city center, take line 16 of Milan's convenient tram system.
The tram stops right in front of the Santa Maria delle Grazie.

Getting to Last Supper Milan by car

Best for: Flexible & convenient travel, fastest route
Travel time: 15-20 minutes
Distance: 6-7 kilometers

Starting from Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano) in the city center, head northwest on Via Carlo Maria Martini toward Via Francesco Pecorari. Continue onto Via Silvio Pellico. Merge onto SS35 (Tangenziale Est) via the ramp to Venezia.
Take the exit toward Viale Enrico Forlanini/Tangenziale Est Ovest. Merge onto Viale Enrico Forlanini. Continue straight onto Corso XXII Marzo. Turn left onto Via Pitteri. Turn right onto Via Caradosso. Turn right onto Piazza di Santa Maria delle Grazie.
The Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, where The Last Supper is located, will be on your left.
A taxi will cost around €120 and will stop at Via Ruffini 1, opposite the ticket office.

The nearest blue-striped (paid) parking lots are on Via Fratelli Ruffini, which also offers free parking for people with disabilities. Near the museum, there are several paid parking lots:

Garage alle Grazie, 290 m away
Parcheggio Zenale, 210 m away
Magenta Parking, 260 m away
Milan Dumo Parking, 2.9 km away

Walking to Last Supper Milan

Best for: Scenic route & Milan exploration
Travel time: Approximately 20 minutes (depends on your starting point)

From the Milan Cathedral (Duomo): Start your leisurely stroll from the iconic Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano). The walk to The Last Supper takes about 20 minutes through charming streets.
From the Pinacoteca di Brera: If you're visiting the Pinacoteca di Brera, another cultural gem in Milan, you can reach The Last Supper in approximately 23 minutes by foot.
From the Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco): The Sforza Castle is a historical landmark in Milan, and from there, it's just a 15-minute walk to The Last Supper.

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Da Vinci's Last Supper Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

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Milan Cathedral, City Center and Last Supper Guided Tour

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Milan City Center and Last Supper Guided Tour

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Milan in a Day: Downtown, Last Supper, & Cathedral Guided Tour with Museum Pass

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Frequently asked questions about the Last Supper painting location

If I'm traveling by car, are there any nearby attractions or landmarks to visit on the way to The Last Supper?

Certainly! You can explore nearby attractions such as the Sforza Castle, home to museums and Michelangelo's final sculpture. Additionally, you might enjoy the Leonardo da Vinci Museum within the castle complex, or the Brera Art Gallery for Renaissance masterpieces. Don't miss the opportunity to see the Duomo di Milano, the city's iconic cathedral, and stroll through the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. For a taste of Milan's vibrant culture, visit the Navigli district with its charming canals, or take in a performance at Teatro alla Scala.

Which is the fastest way to get to The Last Supper painting?

The fastest way to get to The Last Supper location is by car. You can rent a car if you have multiple locations to visit or take a taxi.

Which is the closest bus stop to The Last Supper painting?

The closest bus stops near the Santa Maria delle Grazie are Conciliazione and Cadorna.

Which is the closest train station to The Last Supper painting?

The closest train station to the Last Supper painting is Conciliazione.

Can I park at Santa Maria delle Grazie?

You can park at Zenale Parking, which is just around the corner from Santa Maria delle Grazie.

Where is The Last Supper painting located inside the church?

The Last Supper painting by Leonardo da Vinci is located inside the refectory of the Santa Maria delle Grazie church in Milan, Italy. Specifically, it can be found on the north wall of the refectory, which is the dining hall of the former Dominican convent. The painting covers the entire wall and is a significant masterpiece of Renaissance art.