Palazzo Lombardia Tours and Tickets

That depends. If you’re just planning on checking out the ground floor of this iconic skyscraper—home to shops, restaurants, cafés, and art installations—then no reservations are needed. The 39th-floor observatory—the Belvedere—is only open on select days, and advanced reservations are essential.

Yes, this contemporary landmark is a fixture on many walking, cycling, and Segway tours of the city, so expect to take at least a photo stop here. Itineraries vary from a few hours to a full day. You may consider opting for an evening tour, which gives visitors the chance to admire Milan’s nighttime illuminations.

If you’re interested in shopping, then aim for regular business hours. As this is a business district, avoid visiting during the morning or late afternoon, when people might be rushing in before or after work. The observation deck is rarely open, so plan ahead if you’re keen to visit it.

Plan to spend around 30 minutes to an hour exploring the ground-floor atrium, less if you’re just popping in for a look and longer if you plan on taking photographs or getting a drink or meal. If you’re visiting the 39th-floor Belvedere, then plan on an additional 30–45 minutes.

Yes, in fact, it’s hard to resist taking photographs of the ground floor’s iconic ceiling, which has huge skylights in the form of a leaf. If you’re lucky enough to snag a spot on the 39th observation floor, then you’ll want to snap some pics there, too, as views span all of Milan.

Yes, as one of the city’s newer constructions—it was completed in 2010—Palazzo Lombardia is fully accessible to wheelchair users and visitors with mobility restrictions. Expect ramps, wide entrances, and multiple elevators—thankfully, no one expects visitors to climb 39 flights of stairs. There are also accessible restrooms.