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Castello Sforzesco vs Museo Civico Archeologico

Both Castello Sforzesco and Museo Civico Archeologico are praised by writers. Overall, Castello Sforzesco ranks significantly higher than Museo Civico Archeologico. Castello Sforzesco comes in at #4 in Milan with endorsements from 7 sources such as Frommer's, Afar Magazine and Lonely Planet.

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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Museo Civico Archeologico
Museo Civico Archeologico
8 / 10
Corso Magenta 15, Milan
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This museum housed in a former monastery displays everyday utensils, jewelry, silver plate, and several fine examples of mosaic pavement from Mediolanum." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"The buildings of the archeological museum are as interesting as the collections within." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Housed in the remains of the old Benedictine Monastery, this museum has Roman, Barbarian, Greek and Etruscan collections." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The most fascinating finds in this sizable repository of civilizations past are the everyday items from Milan's Roman era." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Adjoining the church of San Maurizio is the 9th century Monastero Maggiore, once the most important Benedictine convent in the city and now the backdrop for the archeological museum." Full review