Milan is one of Italy's major cities, home to around 1,371,498 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Duomo di Milano and rooftop
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Last Supper (Cenacolo Vinciano) — book ahead
Sforza Castle
Navigli canals at dusk
Brera district
La Scala opera house
Day trip to Lake Como
Navigli canals at dusk
Brera district
Day trip to Lake Como
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
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Local favourites
Luini
Panzerotti · The panzerotti Milanese queue for
Trattoria del Nuovo Macello
Milanese · Classic cotoletta institution
Pasticceria Marchesi
Pastry · Historic pastry shop (Prada-owned)
Ratanà
Milanese · Modern trattoria locals love
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Principe di Savoia
Porta Nuova · Belle Époque landmark
Bulgari Hotel Milano
Brera · Quiet garden luxury
Room Mate Giulia
Duomo · Design hotel steps from the cathedral