Da Vinci's Last Supper (Il Cenacolo)
- Address:Piazza della Maria delle Grazie 2
- Hours:Open Tue - Sun 8:15am - 7pm. Closed Jan 1, May 1, Dec 25, and Mondays
- Admission:€ 10
Must-Do Experience, Religious Experience, Church / Cathedral, Monument - Historical, Museum
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Many visitors to Milan are art lovers on the da Vinci trail, while others are readers of Dan Brown following the da Vinci Code route. You can bet both parties will be making their way to Il Cenacolo Vinciano to see Leonardo da Vinci’s mural The Last Supper, or Cenacolo.
The famous wall painting covers the wall of the refectory next to the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, on the western outskirts of central Milan. The painting dramatically represents the moment when Jesus predicts that one of his Apostles will betray him.
The wall painting has suffered dreadfully over the centuries from the depredations of damp, war and poor restorations. A recent restoration program was completed in 1999, toning down the gaudy colors of previous restorations to more subdued pastels.
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Best way to see the Last Supper! Our tour guide was passionate about the sites we visited and a lover of art which only added to the value of the tour. Highly recommend!!
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excellent introduction to Milan. did not actually go into the cathedral [ as Sunday] or La Scala but there was time afterwards to go back and do these things and guide provided good knowledge base. Lovely to see the Last Supper which requires a booking and the visit definitely enhanced by the commentary from the guide.
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You need to book ahead to see The Last Supper; allow 4 or 5 days to confirm your booking, or take a tour.
The Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie is in-between two metro stations: Cadorna Triennale and Conciliazone. It’s a 15-minute walk from the Duomo or a quick taxi ride.
