Milan

Fashion, design and The Last Supper.

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Milan is Italy's style capital, with a spectacular cathedral, Leonardo's Last Supper and lakes an hour away.

Top attractions in Milan

Duomo di MilanoClimb to the rooftop among the spires.
The Last SupperLeonardo's masterpiece; tickets sell out weeks ahead.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele IIGlass-roofed 19th-century arcade.
BreraArt gallery and cobbled streets.
Navigli canalsAperitivo along the canals at sunset.
Lake ComoAbout an hour by train.

Where to stay

Duomo area for sights; Brera or Navigli for evenings.

LuxuryArmani Hotel MilanoQuadrilatero della Moda

Mid-rangeRoom Mate GiuliaNext to the Duomo

ValueOstello Bello GrandeNear Centrale station

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Getting there and around

From the airport. Malpensa (MXP): Malpensa Express to Cadorna or Centrale in about 50 min. Linate (LIN) is closer to town.

In the city. Metro and trams; high-speed trains to Venice, Florence and Rome.

Train and bus tips

Metro and trams; tap a contactless card.
High-speed trains: Venice 2h15, Florence 1h50, Rome 3h.
Trains to Lake Como (Varenna) about 1 hour.
Malpensa Express to the main airport.

Events, nightlife and sports

February and SeptemberMilan Fashion WeekShows and parties citywide.

AprilSalone del Mobile (Design Week)The world's biggest design fair.

December 7La Scala season openingOpera's most glamorous night.

DecemberChristmas marketsAround the Duomo.

Nightlife and parties. Navigli canal bars, Corso Como clubs, aperitivo everywhere.

Sports. AC Milan and Inter at San Siro, Italian Formula 1 Grand Prix at nearby Monza (September).

Dates change every year; check official sites before booking. The concierge can get tickets.

What to eat

Risotto alla milaneseCotoletta alla milanesePanettoneAperitivoGelato

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Coming soonLast Supper and Duomo3 hours

Guaranteed Last Supper entry plus the cathedral.

Guaranteed tickets
Duomo rooftop option
Guide

Coming soonLake Como and BellagioFull day

Lakeside towns by boat.

Private boat option
Bellagio
Train or coach

Coming soonFashion district shoppingHalf day

Personal shopper through the Quadrilatero della Moda.

Personal stylist
Boutique access
Tax-free help

Practical info

When to go

April–June and September–October.

Money

Euro (EUR)

Language

Italian

R Travel tip

Aperitivo (around 6–9pm) often includes a food buffet with your drink.

Good to know

Fashion weeks fill hotels in February and September.
Book The Last Supper as early as possible.
Many shops close in August.

Opening hours, prices, event dates and entry rules change. Check official sites before you go. Written by the R Travel team.