The incredible architecture of the city is not dominated by one period: it includes examples from medieval age through Renaissance splendour to bring us up to the futuristic newly built areas of the city. Milano is the only city in Italy to have an ever-changing skyline.
It boasts a unique artistic heritage. Over 2,500 years of history have bestowed a rich inheritance on the city, founded in 590 B.C., with archaeological remains, Roman basilicas, Paleochristian mosaics, gothic cathedrals, Art Nouveau monuments, and world-wide renowned museums preserving sculptures by Michelangelo and canvasses by Picasso.
Here, most of the famous monuments and fascinating tourist attractions can be reached within a short walking distance, although Milano can boast an efficient public transport system.
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Local Attractions
Not to be missed
The Duomo Cathedral https://www.duomomilano.it/en/
The Last Supper https://cenacolovinciano.org/en/
The Sforza Castle https://www.milanocastello.it/en
The Navigli area https://www.yesmilano.it/en/see-and-do/itineraries/navigli
La Scala Theatre https://teatroallascala.org/en/index.html
Science and Technology Museum https://www.museoscienza.org/en
The Pinacoteca di Brera (Art Museum) https://pinacotecabrera.org/en/
Prada Foundation and museum https://www.fondazioneprada.org/visit/visit-milan/?lang=en
San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore Church https://www.yesmilano.it/en/see-and-do/venues/chiesa-di-san-maurizio-al-monastero-maggiore
Bosco Verticale and Isola district https://www.yesmilano.it/en/see-and-do/itineraries/bosco-verticale-and-isola-district
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Shopping and Dining
Starting from the centrally located Citylife Mall (https://citylifeshoppingdistrict.it/en/), the shopping opportunities in Milan are endless.
You can walk around the “Quadrilatero della Moda”, the high-end shopping district, known all over the world. It was named after the four stylish streets that define its boundaries: via Montenapoleone, via Manzoni, via della Spiga and Corso Venezia. The district is criss-crossed with other very elegant streets such as via Borgospesso, via Santo Spirito, via Gesù, via Sant’Andrea and via Bagutta.
And don’t miss to visit the historic Rinascente Store https://www.rinascente.it/en/store-milano, where on the 7th floor you can have a drink or a cappuccino enjoying a stunning view of the Duomo Cathedral.
Food Culture is paramount everywhere in Italy and Milano is the capital of the national food heritage.
The Italian food culture is known all over the world to be healthy and delicious. Its many regional dishes are a joy to the palate of food connoisseurs and enthusiasts. Genuine and local ingredients are the key elements to the tastiness of the many options of the Peninsula food tradition.
When it comes to exploring the restaurant scene in Milan, there are several neighbourhoods that have many exceptional dining options. Whether you’re looking for traditional Italian trattorias, trendy fusion eateries, or Michelin-starred restaurants, Milan has it all. Here are some of the best areas in Milan for restaurants: