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1. Milan Cathedral

Milan Cathedral
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Milan Cathedral is a Gothic-themed church on the Piazza del Duomo of Milan. Stained glass walls, huge paintings depicting the verses of the Bible, a Marble staircase, and Romanesque interiors make the church aesthetic. Statues and gargoyles boast magnificent French Gothic architecture.

2. Santa Maria delle Grazie

Santa Maria delle Grazie

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Highlights: The Last Supper, Milan

The Santa Maria delle Grazie is a church and Dominican Convent located in the Piazza di Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan. It was designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1980. It boasts - the Last Supper (Il Cenacolo) by Leonardo da Vinci.

3. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
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Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is the oldest shopping gallery designed in an octagonal structure with two glass ceilings connecting the towers. With four storied high towers, it houses various luxurious brands and some of the most classic restaurants. It is located near Milan Duomo.

4. Sforza Castle

Sforza Castle
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Sforza Castle is a castle located outside the historic center of Milan. It houses various art exhibitions, libraries, art galleries, and an Archaeological Museum. It has pretty walls, huge courtyards, round towers, and lavish frescoes. It is a 15th century medieval fortification.

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5. Pinacoteca di Brera

Pinacoteca di Brera
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Built in the 13th century, Pinacoteca di Brera is a massive public gallery popular for various paintings and Italian artworks. The gallery is located in the Palazzo di Brera. The museum's main attractions are Italian paintings, mainly from the Quattrocento, Renaissance, and Rococo periods. 

6. Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio

Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio

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The Basilica di Sant’Ambogio is a church located in the Milan centre. It is known for its brilliant architecture and is a significant historical monument. The brick-walled monument is a wonderful example of Lombard Romanesque architecture that consecrated in 387.

7. Piazza Mercanti

Piazza Mercanti

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Piazza Mercanti is a central square nestled in Piazza del Duomo. It is a picturesque, pedestrian-only, Medieval area encompassing many unique buildings. It is one of the most beautiful squares in the city, with several historically significant buildings and six entries.

8. Milan Archaeology Museum

Milan Archaeology Museum

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from city center
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The Milan Archaeology Museum is dedicated to significant archaeological artifacts from several periods. It is situated in Monastero Maggiore’s former convent and the church of San Maurizio. The museum is said to have a “privileged location” as visitors get to look at the remains of the Roman city wall.

9. Roam Around Piazza del Duomo

Roam Around Piazza del Duomo
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Piazza del Duomo is Milan's main and biggest piazza(square), whose name is taken from the Milan Cathedral - the Duomo. It is a meeting point for locals and hosts many public events.

10. La Scala

La Scala
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La Scala is one of Milan's most famous opera houses that has witnessed musical performances from the world’s greatest opera artists. It is located in Piazza della Scala. With a beautiful facade, it is the epitome of traditional Italian architecture. It is also popular for its theatre museum.

11. Monumental Cemetery

Monumental Cemetery

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from city center
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Monumental Cemetery is a beautiful open-air museum cemetery with admirably decorated graves. Not just tombs, the museum also extends its grounds to Italian sculptures, Greek temples, obelisks and even a tiny version of Trajan's Column. Renowned artists or architects decorate some of the tombs.

12. Check-out Nightlife at I Navigli

Check-out Nightlife at I Navigli

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I Navigli is the canal district known for its restaurants, bars and splendid nightlife. This part of Milan is the most active in the evening and at night as the locals flock to the bars after work. You can stroll along the bank of the canal or enjoy a boat trip through the canal, too.

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13. Parco Sempione

Parco Sempione

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Located in the historic city center, Parco Sempioneis an urban park in Milan adjacent to Sforza Castle's gardens and the Arch of Peace. In the middle of the green lawns lies an artificial lake to add to the scenic beauty of Parco Sempione. The English garden here is the main attraction.

14. Leonardo da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology

Leonardo da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology

1 km
from city center
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Leonardo da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology is Italy's largest Science and Technology museum dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci. It is located at San Vittore 21.

15. Basilica di San Lorenzo, Milan

Basilica di San Lorenzo, Milan

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Situated in the southwestern region of Milan, the Basilica of San Lorenzo Maggiore is a Roman Catholic church. It is among the oldest churches, set within the ring of Navigli in Milan. It attracts tourists with its beautiful mosaics. It lies near the medieval Porta Ticinese and the Basilicas Park.

16. Torre Branca

Torre Branca

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Torre Branca is a popular landmark in the city park of Milan. This beautifully cased structure offers a spectacular skyline view of Milan from the rooftop. The panoramic views from the tower are not to be missed. The steel tower stands near the Palace of the Triennale at the frontier of Sempione Park.

17. Soak in Beauty of Brera District

Soak in Beauty of Brera District

1 km
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The Brera District is a bohemian quarter situated in the artistic heart of Milan. It is home to many art schools, historic art museums and galleries, and art studios. Apart from these, you can also shop at the various fashion boutiques and stores selling vintage accessories and exquisite bijoux.

18. San Siro

San Siro
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One of the largest stadiums in Europe and the largest in Italy, San Siro is in the San Siro district of Milan. There are many other events like musical concerts, dance performances, and acts that can be witnessed regularly in this stadium apart from games.

19. San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore

San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore
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A popular catholic church in Milan, San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore is currently used as the Civic Archaeological Museum. Designed in Renaissance architecture, it has huge grey walls, groin-vaulted halls, and colossal artwork that makes it beautiful.

20. Golden Triangle

Golden Triangle

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The Golden Triangle is a section of high-end fashion streets in Milan. Via Montenapoleone, parallel to Via della Spiga, connected by Via Sant' Andrea, are three of the most upscale streets. The stores here have an excellent display of designer clothes and shoes for you to window-shop endlessly.

21. Explore Breweries in Milan

Explore Breweries in Milan
Permanently Closed

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Milan is also known for its aperitivo scene—an aperitivo is a pre-meal drink enjoyed by the Milanese and the Italians in the evening after work. The city has many great breweries supporting its widely spread and the most vivid drinking culture. It is also as popular for its craft beer.

22. Cycle on Naviglio della Martesana

Cycle on Naviglio della Martesana

30 km
from city center
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The Martesana Canal runs from Milan to Trezzo sull’Adda and is 36km long. Biking along this path is a pleasant experience as you get some outdoor exercise while sightseeing. It is a peaceful ride through many towns and villages lush with greenery.

23. Poldi-Pezzoli Museum

Poldi-Pezzoli Museum

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from city center
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The Poldi-Pezzoli Museum has a collection composed of works by some of the greatest Renaissance artists, including Michelangelo, Filippo Lippi, Piero della Francesca, Bellini, Mantegna, Canaletto Raphael, Tiepolo and others. It is located on Via Manzoni 12, near Teatro alla Scala.

24. Museo Bagatti Valsecchi

Museo Bagatti Valsecchi

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Located in the Montenapoleone district of downtown Milan, Museo Bagatti Valsecchi is a historic art museum that centers around Italian Renaissance Art. This in-house museum displays a variety of paintings, sculptures, armor, clocks and other decorative arts.

25. QC Termemilano

QC Termemilano

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from city center
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The QC Termemilano is a famous spa in Milan, near the Porta Romana. Here, you can relax and unwind at one of the many facilities available, which include saunas, steam rooms, hot and cold water baths, foot baths and more. The facility has a 16th-century ambiance and a charming garden.

26. Unwind at Cascina Cuccagna

Unwind at Cascina Cuccagna

3 km
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Cascina Cuccagna is an 18th-century farmhouse restored as a public centre for citizens' use in Porta Romana, Milan. It has a huge floral garden, fruit trees, two large courtyards, and a herb and vegetable garden that gives the real essence of nature. It is a cultural centre that organises myriad events.

27. Isola

Isola

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Isola is a neighborhood, a little like an island, as it differs from the rest of the city. It's charm is in the hipster and bohemian vibe that it offers. The entire district is covered in graffiti by some very talented street artists. Biblioteca degli Alberi and church of Santa Maria della Fontana are key highlights.

28. Dine at ATMosfera

Dine at ATMosfera

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There are restaurants in old train carriage settings, and then there is a restaurant in an old tram that runs! AtMosphera offers a relaxing tram ride throughout Milan as you enjoy a gourmet four-course meal. The journey starts and ends at Piazza Castello and lasts about two and a half hours.

29. Chinatown

Chinatown

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Milan’s Chinatown is the biggest district in Milan, offering Chinese food, clothing, trinkets and bric-a-brac. This neighbourhood extends over a few roads, with Paolo Sarpi street as its main road. The stores are mostly owned by Chinese families and are all Chinese or Asian-themed.

30. Ride Vintage Tram

Ride  Vintage Tram

6 km
from city center
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Milan trams have been operating since the early 1900s and are integral to Milan's public transportation system. They offer a glimpse into Milan's rich history and are a unique way to experience its beauty and charm. Milan's vintage trams have a long and exciting history.

31. The Milan Triennial

The Milan Triennial

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Nestled in the Parco Sempione, Lombardy, Northern Italy, this museum displays an international art and design exhibition. Teatro dell'Arte is the in-house theater at Triennale di Milano and holds several theater performances for the audiences. It hosts several auspicious events and exhibitions.

32. Basilica of Sant'Eustorgio

Basilica of Sant'Eustorgio

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The Basilica of Sant'Eustorgio is located on one of Milan's major streets, leading to Pavia, the capital of Longboard's' kingdom. This Romanesque church in the Basilicas Park is said to have been a significant stop for pilgrims on their way to Rome as it houses the tomb of The Three Kings.

33. Modern Art Gallery Milan

Modern Art Gallery Milan

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Italy's oldest Modern Art Museum, Modern Art Gallery, houses over 47,000 individual pieces of artwork ranging from paintings and sculptures to photographs and installations. It has always connected historical art pieces to modern debates, keeping them relevant in the contemporary world.

34. Royal Palace of Milan

Royal Palace of Milan

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The Royal Palace of Milan is a building opposite Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, to the right of the Duomo's facade. It is a three-floor palace embracing neoclassical architecture, which has been organizing and executing leading art exhibitions for the society for years.

35. Basilica Of San Simpliciano

Basilica Of San Simpliciano

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Snuggled in the streets near the Brera district, the Basilica of San Simpliciano is the second oldest known Christian Church. It is dedicated to St Simplician, the bishop of Milan, who was St. Ambrose's successor. It is one of the first churches in Milan.

36. A Day Trip to Lake Como

A Day Trip to Lake Como

49 km
from city center
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Lake Como is the third-largest and deepest lake in Italy. Probably, the most beautiful lake in the country lies around 34 miles north of Milan, just a short trip away! This wishbone-shaped lake is snuggled in the foothills of the Alps at an elevation of 653 ft.

37. UniCredit Tower

UniCredit Tower

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With a height of around 231 meters, the UniCredit Tower is the tallest building in Italy. It is a popular skyscraper in Milan city in the Garibaldi district. Notably, the tower is twice the height of the Cathedral of Milan and four times the Tower of Pisa.

38. Quadrilatero della Moda

Quadrilatero della Moda

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The Quadrilatero della Moda is a high-end shopping area nestled in the Centro Storico district. It flaunts numerous boutiques, posh cafes, antique shops, and fashion-based showrooms, representing most of the celebrated fashion houses in the world.

39. Indro Montanelli Public Garden

Indro Montanelli Public Garden

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The Indro Montanelli Public Garden is a beautiful urban park located in the heart of Milan, Italy. The garden covers an area of approximately 17 acres and features numerous paths, bridges, and shaded areas, making it a great place for a leisurely stroll or a picnic.

40. Take-up an Italian Cooking Class

Take-up an Italian Cooking Class

12 km
from city center
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Milan offers you an Italian Cooking Class with a choice of several classes where seasoned chefs teach you how to make your favourite delicacies from Italian cuisines like Pizza, Pasta, tiramisu, and many more. These experiences can be booked online or through local vendors.

FAQs on Milan

What are the top hotels in Milan?

There are 4493 Hotels in Milan which can be booked through Holidify. The most popular hotels in Milan are Miniattico Fara, Milano Apartments Porta Genova, Milano Apartments Sant'Agostino, Antonella's House, La Casa di Paolo a Milano, Vesta. You can see all the hotels in Milan here

What are the top activities in Milan?

The top activities in Milan are Guided Day Trip to Lake Como and Bellagio, Shared Milan-Malpensa Airport Transfers (MXP) for Milan by Terravision, Private Malpensa Airport (MXP) Transfers for Downtown Milan, Serravalle Designer Outlet Shopping Experience from Milan, Cinque Terre Guided Day Trip from Milan, Milan Guided Tour with Fast Track Entry to Duomo di Milano.

What are the top sightseeing places in Milan?

The top sightseeing places in Milan are The Last Supper, Milan Cathedral, Sforza Castle , La Scala, San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, San Siro.

How much does a package cost for Milan?

The packages for Milan start at INR 58093 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

How can I commute within Milan?

One might rent a car or alternatively take the tram, bus or metro all of which are easily available and inexpensive. Furthermore one might go in for bike sharing or suburban rail. Although the latter covers pretty much the same areas as the metro, there are some areas that the suburban rail covers that the metro does not.
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