Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano), Italy

Most visitors to the Duomo head up to the spectacular roof terraces. The least expensive ticket is for the stairs, next is for the elevator – both can have long wait lines. But did you know there is also a fast-track elevator?

The entrance for the stairs (€10 in 2022).

The entrance to the elevator (lift) (€14 in 2022).

With the line continuing back this far.

The entrance to the fast-track elevator (lift) (€23 in 2022).

All the signs ask that you purchase a ticket in advance. The official website https://www.duomomilano.it/en/ offers a variety of tickets, but doesn’t mention fast-track. It appears that the only way to purchase a fast-track ticket (apart from paying double via an agency) is to visit the fast-track ticket office.

Note that both regular and fast-track elevator routes are only up – you still have to walk down. The steps exit through the cathedral, so you do get to see it, but unless you purchase a ticket that includes cathedral access, you can’t walk around inside.

An extra €9 for fast track, may seem indulgent, but if you plan to visit the cathedral, a regular elevator ticket is €20 and fast-track only €25 – just €5 more.

Having made it to the roof terraces, you’ll find great architecture, views and likely plenty of tourists!