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Galleria Civica d'Arte Moderna vs Castello Sforzesco

Both are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Castello Sforzesco ranks significantly higher than Civic Gallery of Modern Art. Castello Sforzesco has a TripExpert Score of 91 with endorsements from 7 publications such as Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler and Fodor's.

Galleria Civica d'Arte Moderna
Galleria Civica d'Arte Moderna
8 / 10
Via Palestro 16, Milan
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This sumptuous palazzo, where Napoleon and his stepson, Eugene de Beauharnais, lived, houses a collection that is "modern" in the true 19th-century sense." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Napoleon’s temporary Milanese home, the 18th-century Villa Reale, now houses the Civica Galleria d’Arte Moderna." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The Neoclassical Belgiojoso Bonaparte villa is home to this gallery."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"This museum of modern art is housed in the handsome Villa Reale. Built in the late 18C for Prince Belgiojoso, it was the residence of Eugène de Beauharnais" Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"GAM bridges the gap between Baroque and Modern art with a collection of Italian and European artwork from the 18th to the 20th century" Full review
Castello Sforzesco
Castello Sforzesco
9 / 10
Piazza Castello, 3, 20100 Milan
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Fodor's Fodor's
"For the serious student of Renaissance military engineering, the Castello must be something of a travesty, so often has it been remodeled or rebuilt since it was begun in 1450." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Originally a Visconti fortress, this iconic red-brick castle was later home to the mighty Sforza dynasty who ruled Renaissance Milan." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Splendid architecture and sprawling courtyards alone are worth the visit, though one of its main attractions is Michelangelo’s unfinished masterpiece, the Pietà Rondanini." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This large 15th century castle now houses several museums and art collections, with offerings ranging from Medieval and Renaissance sculptures and masterpieces by Tintoretto and Titian." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"This impressive castle was once home to the dukes of Milan (the Sforza) and now houses the municipal art collection." Full review
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Michelangelo's last unfinished work: a must-see.
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