Santa Maria delle Grazie

Santa Maria delle Grazie is a convent and church in Milan that is home to the world-famous mural “The Last Supper,” painted by Leonardo da Vinci between 1494 and 1498. The mural represents the last dinner between Jesus and the twelve apostles, and specifically the moment after which Jesus announced that one of his apostles would betray him. The church is also home to several other famous paintings from the 16th century.

First designed in 1469 by the architect Guiniforte Solari, the church took many years to complete. Unfortunately, some parts of the building were destroyed in World War II, though the wall with the Last Supper miraculously survived. Today, the church is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Activities

Exciting and memorable things to do

Best of Milan Walking Tour

Explore the best of Milan on this walking tour. Skip the line at the Santa Maria delle Grazie cathedral and view Leonarda da Vinci’s masterpiece, “The Last Supper.” Then explore the Teatro alla Scala, the Duomo di Milano, the Galleria Vittoria Emanuele II, the Castello Sforzesco, the Arco della Pace and the Parco Sempione. Finally, stroll through the fashion district, and check out other popular spots with the locals.

The Last Supper

Visit the Santa Maria delle Grazie convent and church and see Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece “The Last Supper,” with your own private tour guide. Learn the history of the celebrated, 15th-century mural, and about the groundbreaking technique that Leonardo used when creating it. Explore the UNESCO-listed church with your guide before finishing your tour in the Piazza Santa Maria delle Grazie.