Location: Milan
Top Things to do in Milan
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One of the world’s fashion capitals, Milan offers endless opportunities for chic shopping. Hit the artsy neighborhood of Brera for leather goods and Via Monte Napoleone for exclusive, expensive boutiques. The enchanting mosaics and glass vaults of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II make shoppers feel like they’re wandering inside a painting. Take break from your spree to gape at the iconic Duomo, then grab tickets to a performance at La Scala. Post-opera, the Navigli district pulses with late-night activity.
Restaurants in Milan
1. Duomo di Milano
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
The Duomo, symbol of Milan in the world, is one of the largest cathedrals in Italy and Europe. Patrimony of Milanese people and humanity, over the centuries it has been expressing, with its magnificence, the devotion of humanity toward the Divine, involving future generations in an endless commitment. The Milan Cathedral, besides being an artistic monument, is a privileged place of prayer, deeply linked to the memory and teachings of the Bishops who succeeded on St. Ambrose's chair, and to the history of the millions of worshippers who, every year, gather in this place to celebrate the Sacred Mysteries. The Cathedral is the mother Church of the Diocese, having a symbolic role of exemplarity both in the life of the city worship, and in relation with the Diocese activity.
Reviewed By Natalia C
Magnificent and gorgeous. The details are spectacular. The inside is beautiful too. Go with a tour or use the auto-guide inside.
2. Il Cenacolo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Tickets to view Leonardo Da Vinci's Last Supper go on sale three months in advance and sell out quickly, although it's sometimes possible to buy tickets closer to your visit. If you don't manage to purchase tickets on your own, consider visiting The Last Supper as part of a tour. It's much more expensive, but worth it if you don't want to miss out.
Reviewed By 666ChrisL666 - Telford, United Kingdom
If you’re visiting Milan, then seeing the Last Supper is an absolute must. Personally, I’m not religious but I was truly took back upon seeing the painting and learning about the history.
I’d definitely recommend booking early as tickets get booked up as your time slot is only 15 minutes
3. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
For sheer belle époque splendor, this extravagant 19th-century glass-topped, barrel-vaulted tunnel serves as a lively, noisy and colorful shopping mall, teeming with life and inviting you to people-watching from the tables that spill from the Galleria's many bars and restaurants.
Reviewed By holidayaddict51 - Sowerby Bridge
The grandeur of the place takes your breath away. The beautiful vaulted ceilings, the lovely tiled floors and of course the endless high end designer shops. A great place to stroll and window shop if you can't afford to go in.
4. Piazza del Duomo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
This busy and vibrant city square features the gothic Cathedral, one of the largest in Europe.
Reviewed By holidayaddict51 - Sowerby Bridge
The square is always crowded with people visiting the Cathedral and you get a great sense of the scale of the building from here. Plenty of information boards about the building of the Cathedral around the walls and the Cathedral shop nearby. Some good buskers playing as well- all adds to the atmosphere.
5. Castello Sforzesco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By John W - Doncaster
Great historical setting for a range of museums. For me the highlight was Michelangelo's last, unfinished Pieta. Very moving and well presented.
6. Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore
Overall Ratings
5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Youngy61 - Limerick, Ireland
We visited as it was described as the Sistine chapel of Milan thinking that was a complete overstatement how wrong we were.
The Frescos are stunning and when you see the detail that these artists with basic equipment you have to appreciate the detail and the beauty.
Don’t miss this place.
7. Dialogo nel Buio
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5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By kgnScotland - Scotland
We arrived and were excited about it - I do some care work and my friend sing with people who are impaired, so we thought it wise to educate ourselves.
Not possible unless you pre-book and for English you'd need a group of 8. Well, I don't know about you, but I haven't travelled in groups that big on a regular basis since I was at school, and I doubt very much I'd have 8 all wanting to do this.......so that is this super, super idea shot to pieces.
8. Duomo Rooftops
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
A stroll among the Cathedral spires is a unique experience to be enjoyed at least once in your life. Tourists come to Milan from all over the world to enjoy one of the most spectacular parts of the Cathedral, that offers an amazing view over the city, strong emotions and an open dialogue with history. From the heights of the Cathedral Terraces you will be able to look out over the whole city and take some unforgettable pictures!
Reviewed By _bertelsens - Belle Mead, New Jersey
Loved the Duomo rooftops, even though it was rainy and cold. Security to go into the elevator was extremely tight. Went through every little thing I had in my purse. There are lockers near the piazza in the Nuovo museum. Highly recommend putting your items in these lockers
9. Villa Necchi Campiglio
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4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Gray A
This was one of the first ‘sightseeing ‘ activities we did on our first day in Milan, and what a wonderful experience it was. A magic introduction to the often much maligned Milano. After wandering the magnificent grounds of this 1930’s grand villa, we purchased our tour guide tickets and wandered inside. After accidentally joining an Italian speaking tour group for 10 minutes and understanding very little, we quickly found our English speaking guide who was terrific, informative and fun. (Supposedly all the guides are volunteers, and for that I want to say a big thank you). And what a beautiful interior; the workmanship, the design, the art and furniture were beyond exceptional, it was a step back in time to a time and place that doesn’t exist anymore. I wish we could have stayed longer, or at the very least, move in.
10. Chiesa di Santa Maria presso San Satiro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Just south of the world-famous Duomo in Milan, this historic church was built in the 9th century. More commonly known as “San Satiro,” it houses Byzantine frescoes and other works of art.
Reviewed By utka - Devon, Pennsylvania
This lovely small church is known for the visual element of the famed local architect B..who when challenged to make a small space look larger came up with the design behind the altar to make it look like a recessing dome while the wall is basically shallow.
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