Milan

How to Get to Milan

Milan is one of Italy’s largest cities and is easily accessed by the rest of Europe via airplane or train.

Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is Milan’s main airport and is a 40 minute train ride away from the city.

Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) is about an hour away from the city and often hosts discount airlines.

Milan Linate Airport (LIN) is the best airport for short haul flights, and is about 30 minutes away from the city center.

The main train station in Milan is Milano Centrale Train Station, which is about a 7 minute metro ride from Il Duomo and central Milan.

What to Do in Milan

Milan is Italy’s industrial and financial capital. It is also the fashion capital of the world!

The main tourist attraction in Milan is Il Duomo di Milano. Construction on this beautiful cathedral began in the 1300s! You can enjoy the beautiful outside or go inside by getting tickets here.

Visit Museo del Cenacolo Vinciano and see Leonardo da Vinci’s mural masterpiece – The Last Supper! You can get tickets here.

See both Il Duomo and the Last Supper in this private guided tour of Milan! Skip the lines & crowds, and get your ticket here!

Stop by Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and admire the beautiful architecture in this high-end shopping space!

Visit Sforzesco Castle, a beautiful medieval fortress with artwork by Da Vinci & Michelangelo! Get your tickets here.

Spend the afternoon in Parco Sempione, an extremely large & beautiful park in the center of Milan!

Want to go shopping? The main shopping streets in Milan are Corso Venezia, Corso Buenos Aires, and Corso Vittorio Emanuele II.

Take a once in a lifetime day trip to Lake Como, Bellagio & Lugano, and see the best of Switzerland and Italy! This is absolutely the best thing you can do while visiting Milan! Book your tickets here. You definitely won’t regret it!

Visit St. Moritz for the day! Take a train through the beautiful mountains & explore this beautiful Swiss mountain town! This excursion is priceless! Book your tickets here.

I’ve compiled a list of more recommended activities & tours you can do in Milan – here!

Want to see more of Italy? Take a trip to Florence, Naples, Pisa, Rome, or Venice!

Where to Eat in Milan

If you are looking for ambience, Via Dante has charming terraces where you can find delicious restaurants serving typical Milanese food.

There are also wonderful dining options around the Piazza del Duomo.

Ristorante Galleria is a favorite Italian restaurant and is located inside the beautiful Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

Maio Restaurante is a delicious Italian restaurant with terrace views of Il Duomo.

Another city favorite is Ribot Restaurant! Steak, ribs, pasta, & risotto are served at this horse racing-themed, family-run institution that has a beautiful shady garden!

Looking for Vegetarian or Vegan cuisine? La Colubrina serves inventive vegan antipasti, pasta, & mains in a stylish, retro setting.

Biancolatte is the favorite spot in town for breakfast, pastries, or a coffee.

If you are looking for the top Michelin star rated restaurants in Milan, look no further than here.

Where to Stay in Milan

There are so many great hotel options in and around Milan! I suggest trying to stay in the city center if you are looking to walk everywhere.

If you are looking for luxury hotel recommendations, I recommend –

All are fabulous places to stay!

For more great hotel options, check out the recommendations further down the page. Prices and availability vary depending on the season.

Weather in Milan

The weather here varies depending on what time of year it is and the current weather patterns.

The hot season lasts from May to September, with an average daily temperature above 77°F. The hottest month of the year in Milan is July, with an average high of 85°F and low of 66°F.

The cold season lasts from November to February, with an average daily temperature below 51°F. The coldest month of the year in Milan is January, with an average low of 31°F and high of 43°F.

Teddy's Tips for Kids in Milan

Traveling with kids? Teddy Traveler has compiled a list of his favorite activities for you and your kids to do while here! Here are some of his favorites –

Take your kids to the Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology, where they can learn about and see various inventions as well as Leonardo da Vinci’s submarines & planes!

Take a picnic, get a gelato, and spend the afternoon in Parco Sempione!

Take a family day trip to Lake Como and see Switzerland and Italy all in one day! Your kids will love the boat ride on Lake Como! Book your tickets here.

Take your kids to the mountain town of St. Moritz for the day and have fun as a family riding the red train through the beautiful Swiss Alps! Book your tickets here. Your kids will be talking about this trip for years to come!

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