Location: Centro Storico
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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. Dialogo nel Buio
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5.0 based on 1,595 reviews
2. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
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4.5 based on 29,522 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 briancB9323XM - Arlington, United States
Our stay began at a great B & B one block from the most beautiful outdoor shopping plaza in the world. Just a short walk from our B & B we came upon the stunning Vittorio Emanuele II magnificent shopping center of classical architecture lined with boutique restaurants and designer shops, including the 4 story Louis Vuitton glorious masterpiece. I design shopping centers and other urban design uses and none can come close to the perfection of this space. At the axis of the two colonnades is a glass dome that at Christmas time features a perfect tree and lights on the top of the dome, mesmerizing all who simply stood and stared at the lights above. This place is a cant miss on a trip to Milan with spectacular elegance.
3. Piazza del Duomo
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4.5 based on 13,549 reviews
This busy and vibrant city square features the gothic cathedral, one of the largest in Europe.
Reviewed By Neilstewart46 - Castleford, United Kingdom
Your first trip to Milan would not complete without visiting this area. The ambience in this area is amazing. It gets a little busy but what do you expect from the scenic vistas and the shops in the area. One thing I would say is watch your personal belongings as according to the Locals there are a lot of pick pockets and thieves in the area who are very clever. We had breakfast and coffee at the Gran Caffe Visconteo which was very reasonable and the staff are brilliant and every helpful
4. Palazzo Clerici
5. Palazzo Castiglioni
6. Conservatorio di Musica Giuseppe Verdi
7. UniCredit Tower
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4.5 based on 616 reviews
Reviewed By Am_et_Mat - Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
You don't expect to see skyscrapers when you come to Milano. But you're wrong! Torri Unicredit is really nice and well integrated in the modern complex of Piazza Gae Aulenti.
8. Duomo Rooftops
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4.5 based on 6,943 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 robal2015 - Auckland Central, New Zealand
We paid for fast track tickets, booked online in advance, to avoid long waiting lines. This meant we went up to the terraces by way of a lift. And no waiting. It was really amazing being up there- the attention to detail of the whole structure and the spires is incredible os quite a unique experience to be on the roof of such a cathedral. Most people seem to wait in long lines to first get into the cathedral and then wait again to go up to the terraces. But if you do the terraces first, you come straight down inside the cathedral afterwards, thereby avoiding the lines. Highly recommend.
9. Via Monte Napoleone
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4.0 based on 1,238 reviews
Considered by many to be the most exclusive shopping area in Milan and home to all the top names in fashion and design.
Reviewed By blairkk25 - New Jersey, United States
I visited Via Monte Napoleone in December 2019. I had been here before in July 2018. Via Monte Napoleone is the fashion center of Milan and perhaps the world. It is a lot of fun simply to walk here and look at the famous stores - Prada, Ferragamo, Fendi, Gucci, Armani and many more. I enjoyed walking here and taking photos of the famous stores.
10. Via della Spiga
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4.0 based on 503 reviews
Considered one of the best for shopping and elegance, this busy Milan street is lined with Victorian architecture with posh boutiques and cafes.
Reviewed By a1eksandar - Belgrade, Serbia
Famous shopping street in the heart of the storied Golden Square. Full of designer stores and high-end shops.
