Europe
Milan, Italy
By Mariana Ugarte
/ Gen. 5
/ Branch
Europe
Milan, Italy
By Mariana Ugarte
/ Gen. 5
/ Branch
Europe
Milan, Italy
By Mariana Ugarte
/ Gen. 5
/ Branch
Places to Stay
Brera - A recommended area to stay in Milan.
Monte Napoleone - A recommended area to stay in Milan.
Porta Nuova - A recommended area to stay in Milan.
Navigli - By the canals, more for younger crowd.
Porta Genova - Very cool warehouse style shops and houses. Avoid anywhere too close to the Duomo, it's super crowded and touristy.
Where to Shop
Matia's Outlet - Piazza Carlo Mirabello, 4, 20121 Milano MI, Italy
Baby Matia's - Via Eugenio Balzan, 2, 20121 Milano MI, Italy
Monte Napoleone and Brera - If you want designer shops, this is where to go.
Local Dishes to Try
Cotoletta - Breaded veal.
Risotto alla Milanese - Saffron risotto.
Ossobuco - Delicious veal sauce with bone marrow usually served with risotto alla Milanese.
Who to Follow
Other Notes
Milan isn't so pleasant during the summer, it is very HOT and lots of mosquitos. I would avoid July and August. Also everything is closed in August, it's a ghost town.
What to Do
Do a tour - Milan is full of hidden gems!
Night life - Night life is really fun, and eating out mostly!
Museums & Historical Sites
Duomo - Go to the top!
The Galleria - One of the most famous sites in Milan.
The Last Supper - Probably one of the most famous sites in Milan.
Pasalubong!
Food - Italian food items make great gifts.
Wine - Italian wine is a classic pasalubong.
Clothes - Belts, bags, leather goods.
Packing Tips
Milan is a great city as a hub, as you can drive an hour or 2 and arrive in the mountains, beaches, vineyards etc.
If you're planning a trip to Milan, think about exploring outside areas as well.
Pack a swimsuit and warm jackets.
Places to Stay
Brera - A recommended area to stay in Milan.
Monte Napoleone - A recommended area to stay in Milan.
Porta Nuova - A recommended area to stay in Milan.
Navigli - By the canals, more for younger crowd.
Porta Genova - Very cool warehouse style shops and houses. Avoid anywhere too close to the Duomo, it's super crowded and touristy.
What to Do
Do a tour - Milan is full of hidden gems!
Night life - Night life is really fun, and eating out mostly!
Where to Shop
Matia's Outlet - Piazza Carlo Mirabello, 4, 20121 Milano MI, Italy
Baby Matia's - Via Eugenio Balzan, 2, 20121 Milano MI, Italy
Monte Napoleone and Brera - If you want designer shops, this is where to go.
Museums & Historical Sites
Duomo - Go to the top!
The Galleria - One of the most famous sites in Milan.
The Last Supper - Probably one of the most famous sites in Milan.
Local Dishes to Try
Cotoletta - Breaded veal.
Risotto alla Milanese - Saffron risotto.
Ossobuco - Delicious veal sauce with bone marrow usually served with risotto alla Milanese.
Pasalubong!
Food - Italian food items make great gifts.
Wine - Italian wine is a classic pasalubong.
Clothes - Belts, bags, leather goods.
Who to Follow
Packing Tips
Milan is a great city as a hub, as you can drive an hour or 2 and arrive in the mountains, beaches, vineyards etc.
If you're planning a trip to Milan, think about exploring outside areas as well.
Pack a swimsuit and warm jackets.
Other Notes
Milan isn't so pleasant during the summer, it is very HOT and lots of mosquitos. I would avoid July and August. Also everything is closed in August, it's a ghost town.
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