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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…

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,…

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 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…

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!…

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…

The northeastern part of Milan tells us the recent history of Milan. The Milan of the economic miracle fuelled by factories, entrepreneurs and the workers who moved from everywhere in Italy to this town during the 20th century

Itinerary: “Institutions and Jet-Set” This is an itinerary to discover the hidden gems of the most touristy area of Milan: the one near Duomo and Brera district. Duomo, Monte Napoleone, San Babila, Brera and Missori Time needed: 2 days What to see For most of people, This IS Milano. The elegant, cultural, historical centre of the economic capital of Italy.…