Milan itinerary
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- 1
Duomo di Milano - The Most Iconic Place in Milan
No list of top places to visit in Milan begins anywhere other than the Duomo. This colossal Gothic cathedral took nearly six centuries to complete and remains one of the largest churches in the world. Its white marble…
- Address
- Piazza del Duomo, 20122 Milano MI
- Nearest transit
- Duomo (M1/M3)
- 2
The Last Supper (Il Cenacolo) - Why Every Visitor Must Book Ahead
One of the most famous paintings in the world, Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper is housed in the refectory of Santa Maria delle Grazie - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Painted between 1495 and 1498, this 15-foot mural…
- Address
- Piazza di Santa Maria delle Grazie, 2, 20123 Milano
- Nearest transit
- Cadorna (M1/M2) or Conciliazione (M1)
- 3
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II - Milan's Most Beautiful Shopping Destination
Connected to the Duomo's northern facade, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is one of the world's oldest and most beautiful shopping arcades, built between 1865 and 1877. Its soaring iron-and-glass vaulted ceiling (47m…
- Address
- Piazza del Duomo, 20123 Milano
- Nearest transit
- Duomo (M1/M3)
- 4
Brera District - The Best Neighbourhood to Explore in Milan
Tucked behind the grand boulevards of central Milan, the Brera district is the city's most charming neighbourhood. Its cobblestone streets are lined with independent art galleries, antique shops, and trattorias where…
- Address
- Via Brera 28, 20121 Milano
- Nearest transit
- Lanza (M2) or Moscova (M2)
- 5
Castello Sforzesco - Milan's Medieval Castle and Hidden Museums
One of Europe's largest medieval castles, Castello Sforzesco was built in the 15th century by the powerful Sforza dynasty. The castle now houses a series of excellent civic museums (combined ticket EUR 5), including…
- Address
- Piazza Castello, 20121 Milano
- Nearest transit
- Cairoli (M1) or Cadorna (M1/M2)
- 6
Navigli Canal District - Where to Go for Nightlife & Aperitivo
The Navigli district, built around a network of ancient canals, is one of the most atmospheric places to visit in Milan - especially in the evening. Once a working waterway used to transport marble for the Duomo, the…
- Address
- Alzaia Naviglio Grande 4, 20144 Milano
- Nearest transit
- Porta Genova (M2)
- 7
Pinacoteca di Brera - One of Italy's Top Art Museums
Housed in a 17th-century Baroque palace in the heart of Brera, the Pinacoteca di Brera is one of Italy's greatest art museums. The collection spans Italian painting from the 13th to the 20th century, with highlights…
- Address
- Via Brera, 28, 20121 Milano
- Nearest transit
- Lanza (M2)
- 8
Teatro alla Scala - The World-Famous Opera House
Few Milan points of interest carry the prestige of La Scala. Opened in 1778, this is arguably the most celebrated opera house in the world - a venue where Verdi, Puccini, and Toscanini shaped the history of music. The…
- Address
- Via Filodrammatici, 2, 20121 Milano
- Nearest transit
- Duomo (M1/M3)
- 9
Quadrilatero della Moda - Milan's Fashion District
No Milan travel guide would be complete without the Quadrilatero della Moda. Via Montenapoleone, Via della Spiga, Via Sant'Andrea, and Via Manzoni form a grid of streets housing the world's most prestigious fashion…
- Address
- Via Montenapoleone 8, 20121 Milano
- Nearest transit
- Montenapoleone (M3)
- 10
Santa Maria delle Grazie - A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Beyond housing The Last Supper, the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie is itself one of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture in Lombardy. The elegant brick exterior, the luminous dome designed by Donato…
- Address
- Piazza di Santa Maria delle Grazie, 2, 20123 Milano
- Nearest transit
- Conciliazione (M1)
- 11
Porta Romana and Tortona - Milan's Best Neighbourhoods for Design
For travellers who want to experience Milan beyond the postcards, Porta Romana and the Tortona design district are among the most rewarding neighbourhoods. During Milan Design Week (Salone del Mobile, held every April -…
- Address
- Viale Isonzo 1, 20135 Milano
- Nearest transit
- Porta Romana (M3) for Porta Romana; Porta Genova (M2) for Tortona
- 12
Parco Sempione - The Best Green Space in Milan City Centre
Rounding out the 12 top places to visit in Milan, Parco Sempione is the city's most beloved urban park. Stretching behind Castello Sforzesco, the park is the perfect antidote to Milan's relentless pace. Within the park…
- Address
- Piazza Sempione, 20154 Milano
- Nearest transit
- Cadorna (M1/M2) or Lanza (M2)
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