Although construction in this location first began in the s, the existing castle was built in the 15th century and has been extensively renovated and restored in more recent years. These days, the castle is home to a number of museums and galleries, boasting statues and paintings from artists and creators like Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci, as well as antique furniture and instruments. The main stretch along the Navigli Grande canal is full of waterfront eateries and hip cocktail bars, and the side streets are home to hidden gems that are absolutely worth exploring.
Aperitivo is where order a drink from a bar or restaurant, and you get small plates and antipasto snacks for free! Keen to take aperitivo to the next level? Hosting a variety of concerts, operas and ballet shows, Teatro alla Scala is a world-class theatre that first opened in Their theatre programme consists of classic operas, symphony orchestra concerts, ballet recitals and more, and many renowned musicians, actors, dancers and composers have performed at La Scala.
Check the upcoming events in advance as many shows sell out! You can buy tickets here or book this highly-rated tour for the full experience. After shopping up a storm, head to a trattoria for an authentic meal or pop to a pumping wine bar for a local tipple.
Saint Ambrose, a 4th century Archbishop of Milan, built this ancient church in AD, and it was reconstructed in Romanesque style in the 11th century. The unique church has two huge bell towers of different heights, a vast courtyard, and a crypt containing the remains of Saint Ambrose himself, as well as two other saints.
A visit to San Siro Stadium is a must-do for any sports fans visiting Milan, or anyone travelling with soccer-mad kids!
Choose the most elegant outfit in your suitcase or your backpack, or buy something fresh and fancy, and head out to find a gorgeous wine bar and treat yourself to a nice red with a huge antipasto platter. Proper foodies might prefer to explore Brera on this epic food tour , which includes ten tasting plates of various local delicacies and wine matches.
One of the coolest things to see in Milan! Linate is mostly used for domestic flights. Bergamo and Malpensa are on the opposite sides of the city, but each airport has about a one hour journey into the city, Bergamo by bus and Malpensa by the Malpensa Express train. Time to dive in! Piazza del Duomo seen from the rooftop of the Duomo in Milan, Italy. Piazza del Duomo is both the most central square in Milan, but also one of the most visited parts of the city.
Not just because it features on every tourists Italy bucket list , but also because locals hang around here on weekends. When I was in high school we often used to meet up in Piazza del Duomo with friends and then from there go explore the shopping streets around it. The Duomo of Milano is without a doubt one of the most famous churches in Milan. In my opinion you should visit the roof of the Duomo cathedral instead.
You get an amazing view over the roofs of Milan, and the detail of the architecture on the roof is also pretty incredible visit at sunset for the best pink and pastel colours, both of the spiers and the sky!
If you want to go also inside the cathedral it will be more expensive. With its glass dome and fine details on the side of the walls the Galleria is an incredible place to walk around. Fun fact about this place; on the mosaic on the floor there is a bull, tradition has it that you have to put your heel on the balls of the bull and spin three times for good luck. The tiles that make up the bull have had to be redone multiple times over the years since they get worn out quickly by how many people spin on them every day.
If you enter Galleria Vittorio Emanuele from Piazza del Duomo and cross it you will arrive in Piazza della Scala, the second most famous and important square in Milan. Every side of this square has is historically important. Book your tour of La Scala theatre here. Teatro alla Scala, the most famous theatre in Milan. Brera is one of the trendy areas of Milan. Some sections of these roads are entirely pedestrian, so that you can enjoy the atmosphere and walk around the stone cobble roads of Milan.
If you come here in the evening there are also lots of cool bars and restaurants where you can hang out. The inside courtyard of the Accademia di Brera, Milan. Castello Sforzesco is where the Sforza family, the Dukes of Milan used to live.
Today it is the home of multiple art collections and historical exhibitions. Quite bad of me to admit but I have never actually been to see any of the museums inside the Castello Sforzesco.
Book a skip the line tour of Castello Sforzesco here. You can enter Castello Sempione for free and cross into Parco Sempione. This is the largest park in Milan, and a lovely spot to walk around.
From here you can easily walk over to Arco della Pace. Milan is full of some amazing treasures, but you have to make some effort to escape the main tourist routes in order to truly appreciate it…. Just like many first-time visitors, we only had one day in Milan. So in this post, I share the best tips and experience-based suggestions on what to see and do in Milan in one day , including all the top sights and tourist attractions, but also a few hidden gems and local areas that will make your visit so much more special.
So this is my no-nonsense guide to the best things you can see and do in Milan in one day. This is the most complete guide that will bring you to some of the nicest places in Milan, not just the main landmarks, but also some modern and trendy areas, as well as some quirky hidden gems. Good to know: At the bottom of the post, you can find an overview of this 1-day itinerary , a map featuring all the places mentioned here, as well as the suggested walking route.
We also share some practical tips to help you make the best out of your day in Milan. TIP: If you are visiting Milan for just a day and want to make the most of your visit, you may want to consider taking a walking tour with a local guide. This is one of the most complete and best-rated city tours that covers the main, must-see attractions in about 3 hours. No trip to Milan would be complete without seeing the Cathedral, Duomo di Milano , an impressive gothic masterpiece that took several centuries to complete.
To many, seeing the Duomo is the main and only reason to visit Milan. As you will see in this post, there is so much more to Milan than just its famous cathedral. If you want to see both — the cathedral as well as the terraces , then be sure to get your tickets in advance. Alternatively, you can also opt for this highly-rated tour that includes skip-the-line tickets. With its towers and spires and over decorative marble statues, the rooftops of Duomo are a sight to behold.
The views from the top are amazing: not only do you have piazza del Duomo and the whole of Milan under your feet, but you can even see the mountains in the distance. But the most impressive sight is the close-up of the towers of the cathedral that you can explore via a system of interconnecting stairways on the roof.
There are two ways to get to the rooftops of Duomo — by staircase or by an elevator. You can get the tickets for either of the two options here. We took the elevator. The terraces are open from 9 AM every day. In November, we could just go in without any queue. However, it is much busier in the high season, so make sure to book your tickets in advance and arrive really early. Insider tip: One of the nicest views of the Duomo can be found on the 7th floor of La Rinascente shopping center.
There are several restaurants and cafes here, and you can enjoy a meal or a quick coffee with Duomo rooftops as the most magnificent backdrop. The impressive 19th-century glass-topped gallery has always been a place to see and to be seen, the meeting point for the Milanese bourgeoisie. As you drink your morning coffee at Biffi or Savini, try to let it sink in that these restaurants have been here since — more than years.
Brands like Louis Vuitton or Prada have their flagship stores here, all with the same elegant black billboards and golden letters — obligatory uniform standard for any business in this gallery. Instead, admire the beautiful building, stunning detailed mosaics on the floors, and maybe have some tea or coffee — just to be able to see one of the historic restaurants. So if you can try to visit the gallery before you head to the Duomo and the Terraces. This square with the statue of Leonardo da Vinci in the middle is a bit underwhelming, especially compared to the beautiful places you just came from.
The main reason to be here is Teatro all Scala. It may not look like much on the outside, but its interior is very impressive; its history — even more. Some of the most famous operas and composers are linked to La Scala, including Gioachino Rossini and Giuseppe Verdi to name just a few.
There were rehearsals on the day when we visited, so we could only see a part of the theatre, watch the stage from a small balcony through a glass window, and visit the tiny La Scala museum. Due to rehearsals, no pictures were allowed inside the theatre. It was interesting and another box ticked, but at the same time, it was a bit disappointing not to be able to visit the theatre properly and see it in all its glory.
There are official guided tours of the theatre and the museum daily at 4 pm. By that time there are no rehearsals and you can actually admire the theatre. So if La Scala is on your bucket list, you may have to plan your day in Milan differently and make sure you get there at 4 pm more information and tickets here. In that case, make sure to book in advance as La Scala is one of the most popular places to visit in Milan.
It is also possible to visit La Scala with an organized tour with a local guide: at 1 pm or at 2. There are also tours that cover several landmarks, e. Instead, try to get tickets for the opera itself.
Seeing an opera at La Scala must be one of the most amazing experiences you can have in Milan! One of the nicest neighborhoods in central Milan, Brera used to be an artsy, bohemian district. With lively cafes and restaurants, Brera comes to life in the evening. With a variety of restaurants, you will have no difficulties finding a good place for lunch in Brera.
Alternatively, wait just a bit longer — I have a really nice recommendation for lunch a bit further down the road. This 18th-century library is one of the most beautiful libraries in Italy, a real hidden gem in Milan.
The library is open daily except on Sundays more info here and the entrance is free. Keep in mind that as a visitor you can only see the main room and you are not allowed to take close-up pictures of the books. After visiting the library, stroll the streets of Brera in the direction of Sempione Park, your next destination not to be missed in Milan.
Castello Sforzesco is a huge castle built on the remains of a 14th-century fortification. Sforzesco castle now houses several art museums and another beautiful library. However, you would need at least half a day to visit even a small part of it. Still, even if you only have one day in Milan, you can stroll through the grounds of the castle, admire the beautiful fountain, Fontana di Piazza Castello , and maybe even venture to the adjacent Sempione park.
One of the main landmarks of the park is Arco della Pace, Arch of Peace. It looks very much like Arc de Triomphe in Paris. So if you have the time, you can walk to it. Alternatively take your time to explore the grounds of the castle a bit more. Insider tip: Have lunch with a view at Triennale Design Cafe.
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