Piazza Duomo, Milano, Italy. GPS: N45.46416, E9.19049. Opening hours:
Cathedral: Daily: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.. Last admission: 15 minutes prior to closing time.
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/ Duomo The largest Italian Gothic cathedral was under construction for 600 years. Its grandeur and elaborate artworks are simply breath-taking!
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Piazza Duomo, Milano, Italy GPS: N45.46416, E9.19049 Opening hours: Cathedral: Daily: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Last admission: 15 minutes prior to closing time Terraces: Mon – Sun: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Last ticket 6:00 p.m. Admission: Cathedral: free entry. Terraces: With elevator: Full: €12.00 Reduced €6.00 Climb on foot Full: €7.00 Reduced: €3.50
La Scala
/ Teatro la Scala Hugely reputed opera house built in 1778 which is a star attraction of Milano's artistic scene. Book tickets ahead to see a performance here. Via Filodrammatici, 2, 20121 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.46715, E9.19031 Phone: +39 02 7200 3744 Opening hours: Theater: Central box office (in the Galleria del Sagrato, Piazza del Duomo): Mon – Sun: noon – 6 p.m. Evening box office (in the theatre’s main entrance at 2 Via Filodrammatici): opens 2 hours and thirty minutes before performance & 1 hour before Filarmonica concert performances. Admission: Theater performance: ticket prices range from €5 to over €187 + booking fee, depending on the type of performance. Any remaining last-minute tickets can be purchased from the evening box office.
Church of Holy Mary of Grace Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II An absolutely stunning example of Art Nouveau architecture. Built in 1877, it belongs to the oldest shopping galleries in the world. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, 20121 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.46477, E9.18999 Phone: +39 02 7252 4301 Admission: The gallery is open 24/7, the opening times of shops vary.
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/ Santa Maria delle Grazie An inconspicuous church which hides a jewel inside – the mural of The Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci. Inscribed in the UNESCO list. Piazza Santa Maria delle Grazie 2, 20123 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.46583, E9.17111 Phone: +39 292 80 03 60 Opening hours: Mon – Fri: 7 a.m. – noon, 3 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. Holidays: 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. Admission: Free entry.
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/ Castello Sforzesco Sturdy buildings formed into a magnificent castle complex. Its purpose changed across centuries and now it houses museums and collections. Piazza Castello, 1, 20121 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.46991, E9.18011 Phone: +39 02 8846 3700 Opening hours: Castle: Winter: Mon – Sun: 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Summer: Mon – Sun: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Castle Museums: Mon, Holidays: closed Tue – Sun: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Last admission: 5 p.m. Dec 25, Jan 1, May 1, Easter Monday: closed Free admittance: Fri: 2 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Tue – Thu, weekends: 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Last admission: 5 p.m. The ticket office closes at 4:30 p.m. Admission: Castle: free (except for castle museums) Castle Museums: Full: €3 Concessions (students, seniors 65+): €1.50 Visitors younger than 25: free The ticket prices for special exhibitions vary.
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Royal Palace of Milan
/ Palazzo Reale The former royal palace dating back to the Middle Ages is now used for various cultural events. It houses three exhibition venues.
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Piazza del Duomo, 12, 20122 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.46364, E9.19138 Phone: +39 02 860165 Opening hours: Mon: 2:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Tue – Sun: 9:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Thu, Sat: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. Admission: Ticket: €9/person
Simplon Park
/ Parco Sempione This park is a remarkably tranquil haven. There is a nice lake where you can feed ducks and, a public aquarium and a play area for the kids. Piazza Castello, 1, Castello Sforzesco, 20121 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.47389, E9.17584 Phone: +39 02 8846 3700 Opening hours: Oct – Apr: Daily: 6:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. May: Daily: 6:30 a.m. – 10 p.m. June – Sept: Daily: 6:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. Admission: Free entry.
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/ Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio A notable church mainly due to its old origins (consecrated in 379) and unusual appearance. The Romanesque interior is worth seeing.
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Piazza Sant'Ambrogio, 15, 20123 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.46289, E9.17464 Phone: +39 02 8645 0895 Opening hours: Mon – Sat: 10 a.m. – noon, 2:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. Sun: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Admission: Free entry.
Via Monte Napoleone
/ Via Montenapoleone A fancy boulevard which overflows with high-end boutiques, prêt-à-porter stores, HQs of famous designers and shoe-maker shops. GPS: N45.46906, E9.19412 Opening hours: Opening hours of shops on the street vary.
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Basilica of San Lorenzo
/ Basilica San Lorenzo Maggiore This basilica built in the 4th century is a great example of Byzantine architecture. Notice the Colonne di San Lorenzo in front of it.
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Corso di Porta Ticinese, 39, 20123 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.45823, E9.18161 Phone: +39 02 8940 4129 Opening hours: Mon – Sat: 7:30 a.m. – 6:45 p.m. Sun: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Masses: Morning Prayer: 7:30 a.m. S. Weekday Mass: 6:15 p.m. Vigil Saturday: 6 p.m. Sunday Mass: 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 6 p.m. Admission: Free entry.
Luini Pastry Shop
/ Luini A famous Milanese pastry shop which was established in 1888. It is beloved for its great Panzerotti which is always served fresh.
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Via Santa Radegonda, 16, 20121 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.46583, E9.19139 Phone: +39 02 8646 1917 Opening hours: Mon: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Tue – Sat: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Via Sant'Andrea A luxurious shopping thoroughfare where you can find high-end boutiques such as Hermès, Chanel, Kenzo, Giorgio Armani or Miu Miu. GPS: N45.46836, E9.19571 Opening hours: Opening hours of shops on the street vary.
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/ Santa Maria Presso San Satiro The church aptly combines several architectural styles but the most notable is Mannerist. Admire the 18th century altarpiece.
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Via Speronari, 3, 20123 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.46264, E9.18802 Phone: +39 02 874683
Via della Spiga One of the four streets which make up the Quadrilatero della Moda district. Look for boutiques such as Prada, Bulgari, Tiffany and Moschino.
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GPS: N45.47004, E9.19704
Palace of Reason
/ Palazzo della Ragione Built in the 13th century, the palace now serves as an exhibition space and gallery. It has very noticeable arcades and two wide aisles. Piazza dei Mercanti, 1, 20123 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.46478, E9.18777 Phone: +39 02 7200 3358 Opening hours: Mon: 2:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Tue – Sun: 9:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Thu: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. The ticket office closes 1 hour before closing of the exhibition. Admission: Full: €9
Corso Buenos Aires Church of San Gottardo in Corte
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Corte The public clock on the church bell tower was first introduced here. Visit this Neoclassicist church which also holds tombs of A. Visconti. Via Palazzo Reale, 14, 20122 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.46278, E9.19208 Opening hours: Mon – Fri: 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Sat: 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Sun: 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
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Spending all day here shopping is not a problem at all! There are more than 350 boutiques, outlets and stores to choose from.
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GPS: N45.48007, E9.21068
Armani Megastore This flagship store is a prime spot for lovers of high-end fashion. See Emporio Armani, Armani Jeans, the Armani Casa and other sections. Via Alessandro Manzoni, 31, 20121 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.47076, E9.19327 Phone: +39 02 7231 8600 Opening hours: Mon – Sat: 10:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Sun: closed
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/ Peck The shop offers a truly amazing selection of Italian and international gastronomy. From sausages to pastry, wines and coffees.
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Via Spadari, 9, 20123 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.46356, E9.18710 Phone: +39 02 802 3161 Opening hours: Mon: 3:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Tue – Fri: 9:15 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Sat: 9 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Basement Outlet As the name suggests, the boutique is hidden in a cellar. Browse through last-season’s designer clothes with prices 50-70% off!
/ Acquario civico The aquarium is more than 100 years old having been built for the World Expo which was held in 1906 in Milan. More than 100 animal species! Viale Gerolamo Gadio, 2, 20121 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.47384, E9.18088 Phone: +39 02 8846 5750 Opening hours: Tue – Sun: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 2 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Admission: Free entry.
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/ San Maurizio A Renaissance-Baroque church which belonged to the Benedictine monastery. It's still in use nowadays and holds masses in Byzantine Rite.
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Corso Magenta, 15, 20123 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.46567, E9.17841 Phone: +39 02 8645 0011 Opening hours: Mon, Sun: closed Tue – Sat: 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Jan 6, May 1, Dec 24, Dec 25, Dec 31: closed Admission: Free entry.
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/ Orto Botanico di Brera Lovely botanical garden which spreads across 5000 m² and prides itself on more than 300 different plant species. A tranquil oasis.
Via Senato 15, 2012 Milan, Italy GPS: N45.47010, E9.19770 Phone: +39 02 763 17913
Civic Aquarium of Milan
San Maurizio Church
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Via Brera 28, 20121 Milan, Italy GPS: N45.47199, E9.18773 Phone: +39 02 50314680 Opening hours: Mon – Fri: 9 a.m. – noon, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Sat: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Apr 10 – 16, Apr 23, May 1: closed Admission: Free entry.
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/ Cimitero Monumentale Milan's second largest cemetery which was founded in 1866. Behold the amazing statues, tombs and graves.
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Piazzale Cimitero Monumentale, 2, 20154 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.48585, E9.17927 Phone: +39 02 8846 5600 Opening hours: Mon: closed Tue – Sun: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Jan 1, Easter, Easter Monday, May 1, Jun 2, Aug 15, Dec 8, Dec 25-26: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Access to the premises is allowed until 30 minutes prior to closing time.
San Babila Church
/ San Babila This church used to be the third most important one in Milan. It's now frequented by people who come to worship the image of Madonna. Corso Monforte, 1, 20122 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.46695, E9.19820 Phone: +39 02 7600 2877 Opening hours: Daily: 7:30 a.m. – noon, 3:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Admission: Free entry.
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Giuseppe Meazza Stadium (San Siro)
/ Stadio Giuseppe Meazza The stadium is an absolute must-see for footballers of all ages. Home to A.C. Milan and F.C. Internazionale Milano teams. Via dei Piccolomini, 5, 20151 Milano, Italy GPS: N45.47721, E9.12320 Phone: +39 02 404 2432 Opening hours: Open daily: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Guided tours start at opening time, and depart every 20 minutes. The Museum opening hours and the guided tours may change. Check the calendar! Admission: Museum + Tour tickets: Adult: €14 Children (up to 14), senior (65+), companion of disabled: €11 Children (under 6), disabled: free Only when the tour is not available: Adult: €7 Children (up to 14), senior 65+, companion of disabled: €5 Children (under 6), disabled: free
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