See what the experts are saying about Milan. Get expert advice on how to get there, what to see and more.
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Introduction
Milan is divided into 20 distinct zones that are identified numerically by the local council, but which also have names. Although every area is not listed here, each plays its own special role in the history of Milan; from the importantissimo... Continue reading »
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History
Milan's history is a story of wealth, intrigue and conflict. Throughout its existence, Milan has known failure and incredible success and has faced both with a spirit and verve that makes this city one of the most famous in the world. The... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
Milan is without doubt the city of fashion, shopping and business. Famous fashion streets such as Via Montenapoleone, Via della Spiga and Corso Emmanuele II also have elegant, luxurious and expensive hotels. Centro storico In the centr... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
Milan may be famous for its shopping, trading, and amazing designers, but it is also a great place to enjoy a good meal. There are many ethnic restaurants, trattorie and pizzerias in the city, and during the summer months, it is not unusual t... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
Art & Culture Milan has plenty to offer in terms of great entertainment, culture and art… Need a little persuasion? The city has the famous Pinacoteca di Brera (the Brera Art Gallery) and the Museo Cenacolo Vinciano, which houses artefacts re... Continue reading »
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Tours
There are many different areas in Milan to explore, but a great place to start is Brera, because it is a district that is famed for its nightlife and restaurants, but also has art galleries to visit in the day and glorious palaces that played... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There: By Air: Milan is served by three airports. Malpensa, the largest, handles more than 16 million passengers a year, and is the farthest (30 miles) from the city center. The airport closest to the city is Linate, about 20 minu... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Milan Province: Lombardy Country: Italy Milan By The Numbers: Population: 1,300,000; 7,400,000 in the Metropolitan area Elevation: 692 feet/ 211 meters Average Annual Precipitation: 38.3 inches/ 97 centimeters Average Januar... Continue reading »
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Introduction
552km (342 miles) NW of Rome, 288km (179 miles) NW of Florence, 257km (159 miles) W of Venice, 140km (87 miles) NE of Turin, 142km (88 miles) N of Genoa True, Italy's financial center, business hub, fashion capital, and one of the world's... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Getting There By Train -- Milan is one of Europe's busiest rail hubs, with connections to all major cities on the Continent. Trains arrive and depart about every half-hour to and from Venice (3 hr.), hourly to and from Rome (5 hr.), and hour... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
American Express -- The office is at Via Larga, 4 (tel. 02-721-041), and is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5:30pm, Saturday from 9am to 5pm (Metro: Cairoli). Card members can arrange cash advances, receive mail (the postal code is 20121),... Continue reading »
Real traveler experience in Milan
Top Milan Deals
Popular Milan Hotels
- Starhotels Rosa
- Hotel Serena
- Adi Doria Grand
- The Gray
- Montebianco Mokinba Hotels
- Jolly Hotel President
- Auriga Hotel
- Antares Hotel Rubens
- Four Points by Sheraton Milan Center
- Mentana Hotel
Popular Milan Things to Do
- Duomo
- Castello Sforzesco
- Hollywood
- Galleria Vittorio Emanuele
- Piazza del Duomo
- Loolapaloosa
- S. Maria delle Grazie (Last Supper)
- Montenapoleone
- Play Planet
- Bar Basso
Popular Milan Restaurants
- Al Porto
- Paper Moon
- 10 Corso Como Cafe
- Cracco-Peck
- Assassino (L')
- Charleston
- Giannino
- Old Fashion Cafe
- Savini
- Solo Pizza
