Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie : info and guided tour

Introduction to the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie

The Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie is located in Milan, in the historic center district, at Via Giuseppe Antonio Sassi, 3. This large religious complex is best known for housing, in its former refectory,The Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci, one of the most famous works of Western art and a major symbol of the city.

The church is part of a Dominican complex whose architecture blends religious austerity with Renaissance elegance. Its silhouette is marked by a harmonious nave, balanced volumes, and an important adjoining cloister. The contrast between the church and the refectory, more directly linked to the monastic function, helps explain the layout of the site.

The site’s renown comes as much from its architecture as from Leonardo’s work. The refectory, famous worldwide, preserves the wall painting in a protected and controlled space. Inside the church, visitors also notice the chapels, the proportions of the nave, and the peaceful atmosphere of the sanctuary.

Discover Milan with a private guide

A private guide can help make the entire site easier to understand by connecting the history of the church, its Renaissance architecture, and the context of the refectory. It also makes it easier to appreciate Santa Maria delle Grazie’s place in Milan and to notice details that often go unseen during an independent visit.