Overlooking Piazza del Duomo, with fabulous views of the cathedral, is Mussolini's Arengario, from where he would harangue huge crowds in his heyday. Now it houses Milan's museum of 20th-century art. Built around Conceived by designer Miuccia Prada and architect Rem Koolhaas, this museum is as innovative and creative as the minds that gave it shape.
Seven renovated buildings and three new structures have transformed a Designed by homegrown talent Piero Portaluppi, this exquisitely restored s villa was commissioned by Pavian heiresses Nedda and Gigina Necchi of the Necchi sewing-machine empire , and Gigina's husband Angelo Then Napoleon came to town and set about landscaping. First the French carved out orchards; next they mooted the The Feltrinelli Foundation, which occupies one of the buildings, is home to one of In this case, planning in advance is crucial since tickets sell out very quickly — usually I would recommend booking at least one month before your visit.
Also, remember that taking pictures of the painting is forbidden. And even though, just as in any other big city, life can get hectic and busy, the Milanese remain friendly, easy going and always willing to have a small talk with foreign tourists.
Also they speak English pretty well, this is especially true in the touristic and central part of the city. Thanks to its location, Milan is great for organizing fun and interesting day trips. One of our favorite foodie cities in Italy is Bologna , which is just an hour and 15 minutes by train from Milan. We have another post about the great day trips from Bologna to expand your search.
The historical university town — Pavia, as well as Bergamo and Cremona, are also located nearby and are of exceptional beauty. Verona — the town of Romeo and Juliet — is only an hour and a half from Milan. Risotto alla Milanese is one of the most famous and typical dishes from Milan. Apart from the rice, its main ingredient is a spice called saffron which gives it the distinctive yellow color and flavor.
The aroma is unique and is mouthwatering if tasted during a typical cold winter day. My advice is also to add some additional Parmigiano Reggiano or Grana Padano on top to make it even more creamy. There is no better place in the entire world to try a risotto than Milan so… Buon Appetito. Opened in , this opera house is one of the most important ballet and opera theaters in the world. The interior of this place is incredibly elegant with beautifully decorated galleries and a magical atmosphere.
Getting around Milan is easy and cheap thanks to the public transportation network. With 4 lines M1, M2, M3, M5 , all Milan is easily reachable in no more than 30 minutes at a very reasonable price — the standard urban one way ticket costs only 1. You can also use trams and buses, but those are not as reliable as the metro and might be a bit more complicated to work out for non-Italian speakers.
Remember also that, if you are staying in or not far from the city center, you will be able to walk to all the main tourist attractions without using any public transport. It is the historic city center and heart of the metropolis.
And for those who want to shop without ruining themselves, go to The Highline Outlet, located in the heart of Milan. You will find a lot of brands at discounted prices. If you really love shopping, you should definitely book one of theses 2 tours to the best outlets:. If you have time during your stay in Milan, go to the business square to admire a unique monument.
Located in front of the Milan Stock Exchange headquarters in Piazza Affari, you will find a magnificent meter marble statue representing a giant middle finger. Few people know it but there is a Chinatown in Milan. However, you will find lots of shops selling jewellery at unbeatable prices.
And if you want to buy some Chinese noodles in addition to Italian pasta of course! All located between 1h and 1h30 from Milan, Lake Como, Lake Maggiore and Lake Garda are a good idea for a day trip, if you want to get away from the city. You can find more info about the things to see around the lakes in our article: The 20 best things to do in Italy.
At 60 kilometers from Milan, you can visit the beautiful fortified city of Bergamo. A must see for the upper side of the town, a very nice medieval city.
If you have 2 or 3 days, your should really seize the opportunity to visit Turin during your trip in Italy. The city is only at 1 hour by express train from Milan! You can find all my best tips to visit Turin in my article: Visit Turin: the ultimate guide. Book your tickets now! In 2 days in Milan, in addition to the 1st day itinerary, you will be able to visit the following tourist attractions:.
With the pass, you also get free unlimited access to public transport as well as many rebates for 48h. If you plan to stay in the city, you can seize the opportunity and visit 1 or 2 other museums such as the Pinacoteca or the Royal Palace of Milan. And of course, do some shopping! You are in the fashion capital after all. Another option is to go for a day trip to Lake Como, about 1 hour from Milan by train or car. The city of Bergamo is a great alternative, less than an hour away.
First of all, I strongly recommend you to avoid the touristic areas like around the Piazza del Duomo if you want to have a good meal. I went to have a look in the restaurants next to this famous place, and I realized that the pizzas served were coming straight out of the freezer! A shame for an Italian city! So here are some good restaurants in Milan for you:. These are the 2 best places to visit in Milan. On the other hand, I did not think there would be so many people, the city is really very touristy.
The piazza del Duomo is constantly invaded by a gigantic crowd. You will find yourself quickly assaulted by selfie sticks, bracelets, scarves, whatever sellers. However, it is a flaw you will quickly forgive to the city of Milan , which is worth seeing at least once in a lifetime, especially for the Galleria Vittorio Emanuel II and the Milan Cathedral. Discover all my articles about Italy : All my articles to help you plan your trip to Italy are listed there.
Creator of the Voyage Tips blog, travel and photography lover. I give you all my best tips to plan your next trip. I am going to Milan and Turin for 5 days in june, and at first I planned to spend 3 days in Milan and 2 in Turin.
However, from your articles, it seems that it would be wiser to do the contrary. Do you think there are more things to do in Turin than Milan? Is 2 days in Milan really enough to visit the city? Yes, it is definitely wiser to spend 3 days in Turin and 2 in Milan. Milan is a great city to visit, but there are less must-see tourist attractions than in Turin, and they are very close to each others.
So yes, two days in Milan is enough for the main points of interest! Hi, first of let me to to thank you for your fruitful explanation, and then let me know that to visit Milan in 5 days and see all 15 articles, should I rent a car or use public transportation?
Today Milan offers a sublime mix of historical architecture, modern high-rise skyscrapers, all mingled together with a dash of Italian life. The city is particularly known for its abundance of high end fashion retailers and the beautiful Duomo Cathedral. Source: flickr. Milan Cathedral is a truly monumental building and is famed for its sublime architecture and took over years to complete.
Located in the centre of Milan in the self-named Piazza del Duomo, the cathedral was constructed in but not officially completed until ! The interior is just as decorative and features some beautiful stained glass windows bursting with colour; furthermore in-between the central columns, there is a fantastic display of artwork and some finely detailed statues.
This immense structure is truly the heart of Milan and no trip to this city is complete without steeping foot inside its huge doors. Book online : Milan Cathedral and Rooftop Ticket. Although the exterior of this church is not one of the most renowned, it still has a certain charm and grace — Created in , the church features a Gothic style using red bricks and a large rear basilica. This church can be found on the Corso Magenta and sits at the opposite side of Milan to the Duomo.
Inside the building lies one of the greatest artistic masterpieces in the world — The Last Supper by Leonardo di Vinci. Hailed as a sublime piece of artwork, this mural depicts the scene of the Last Supper as described in the Bible. Throughout the years this piece of artwork has been scrutinised and analysed for its hidden meanings and content. Come and see this fantastic work of art and marvel at the detail and significance of this iconic depiction.
Source: italoamericano. As you walk into the Grand Gallery, you might think you were stood inside the entrance hall to an opera house or palace — Not a shopping mall. But this is essentially what the Galleria is — An extremely opulent and extravagant indoor shopping area. Created in , it stands as one of the oldest shopping malls in the world and was designed by Guiseppe Mengoni. The cross shaped mall is covered via four glass panelled arms that let in the sunlight perfectly, whilst the walls and shop fronts are decorated with ornate panelling and stucco artwork.
High-end designer shops line the mall and you can expect to find such names as Prada, Versace and Luis Vuitton — If you are looking for a bargain, this is definitely not the place!
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