Basilicas Park

Basilicas Park is a green space in Milan that connects the Basilica of San Lorenzo to the Basilica of Sant'Eustorgio. The area spans across multiple hectares and features pathways, open lawns, and garden sections throughout its grounds.

In the early 20th century, the land was polluted marshland surrounded by tanneries. In 1956 it became a public park, designed by architects Pier Fausto Bagatti Valsecchi and Antonio Grandi.

The park is named after Pope John Paul II, a name chosen during the Great Jubilee in 2000. This naming reflects the strong connection between this place and the Catholic tradition of Milan.

The area is accessible daily and has several entrances along Via Molino delle Armi. The park is fenced and equipped with security cameras, providing a safe environment for visitors.

The park contains diverse tree species including maple, European hornbeam, cherry plum, European beech, oak, elm, black poplar, and pagoda trees. This mix creates varied colors and forms throughout the seasons.

Location: Municipio 1

Location: Milan

Inception: 1956

Website: https://comune.milano.it/aree-tematiche/verde/verde-pubblico/parchi-cittadini/parco-papa-giovanni-paolo-ii-ex-parco-delle-basiliche

GPS coordinates: 45.45578,9.18004

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:03