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Wha to do in Milan: 10 itineraries and one map to discover Milano like a local
What to do in Milan? As true locals, we wanted to share with you the most interesting points of interest, as well as the best places to eat and drink. A lot of friends ask us: “What can I do in Milano?” Well, the answer is not that easy. We usually reply back with another question: “What is the thing…
San Siro, Giambellino and Baggio: the countryside behind the corner
Milan between rural areas, social housing and sport landmarks Time needed: 2/3 hours (Baggio) + 1/2 hours (Giambellino) We must admit it, this isn’t an itinerary for everybody. This is an itinerary for those who want to learn a little bit more about the history of this town and how “normal” people live, beyond the shining signs of fancy cafes,…
Porta Venezia Milano and Palestro: the savvy local itinerary (and where to see flamingoes in Milan)
Porta Venezia and Palestro: liberty villas and LGBT pride Time needed: 1 afternoon + 1 night What to see The area located near Giardini di Porta Venezia (also called Giardini Pubblici Indro Montanelli) has a lot to offer both to tourists and locals even though both underestimate this charming neighbourhood that only awaits to be discovered with its wide range…
The Hostello Verona: quando l’accoglienza è un sogno che si avvera #theydidit
The Hostello è l’Ostello di Verona con la O maiuscola. Qualcosa che mancava e che se non lo avessero aperto Anna, Gianni, Alessandro e Matteo, giuro che l’avrei aperto io! The Hostello è quell’ostello con un’anima che si coglie nei piccoli particolari, progettato in ogni dettaglio per farti sentire a tuo agio, come a casa, ma con quegli spazi in…
Isola Milano and the new Garibaldi neighbourhood
Isola Milano and Garibaldi itinerary Time needed: 1 afternoon Isola Milano and the new Garibaldi neighbourhood (born after the creation of Piazza Gae Aulenti complex) are a must-see if you want to understand how the town changed in the last 10 years and where the town is heading. Garibaldi Milano Corso Garibaldi is the street that links Duomo district to…
Sempione Milano: an itinerary from tradition to integration (including Milano’s Chinatown)
Sempione and Chinatown Time needed: 1 afternoon Sempione neighbourhood is an interesting example of the integration of new communities, probably the first and most successful case in which local policies helped to develop a multicultural neighbourhood and preserve and promote, at the same time, some Italian cultural highlights in the area. Not far from here is the Ghisolfa bridge that…
Museum Milan: an itinerary in San Vittore, De Angeli and Conciliazione
San Vittore, De Angeli and Conciliazione Time needed: 1 afternoon What to see Even though this area of Milan is home to some of the most important museums and works of art (namely: the Cenacolo Vinciano) in town, it is not very well known. Even locals tend to forget how nice this part of town is, which is a pity!…
Navigli Milan: what to see and where to eat
An itinerary in Navigli, Solari and Ticinese Time needed: 2 evenings Navigli Milan: what to see and what to do Welcome to the capital of movida of Milan! I am not afraid to say this, because everybody would agree with me on this point: the Navigli area is by far the most lively neighbourhood at night in Milan. It hosts…
Porta Romana and Crocetta: la vie boheme in Milan
An itinerary to discover Porta Romana Time needed: one afternoon What to see From the Metro stop Missori head south and you will find Corso di Porta Romana; this road used to be called via Porticara in the Roman era, about 2000 years ago. When you arrive at the Metro stop Crocetta, Corso di Porta Romana continues on one side,…
