It has been renovated four times (1935, 1955, 1990, 2016) and hosted matches for the 1934 and 1990 FIFA World Cups and Euro 1980. In the past (1960) it also hosted boxing matches, and once a rugby match between Italy and New Zealand in 2009.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO SAN SIRO / STADIO GIUSEPPE MEAZZA
*** BUS: 64, 78, 80
*** TRAIN: R17, R22, S3, S4
*** TRAM: 16
*** METRO: M5
MILAN: THE WORLD CAPITAL OF FASHION
It is the most elegant city in the world. It is associated with fashion due to the many famous fashion houses it hosts, while its cultural culture is seductive. And its sights are unforgettable. The combination of modern architecture with traditional Italian finesse in its alleys is magical.
Currency: Euro
Calling Code: +39
Nearest airports from city center: Milan Malpensa Airport (40km), Bergamo Il Caravaggio International Airport (46km), Brescia Airport (89km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** DUOMO DI MILANO ( Piazza del Duomo, 20122 Milano MI)
It is the most recognizable attraction of the city. The imposing Gothic temple is the third largest in the world and took about 6 centuries to complete. Here you will see 3,400 statues adorning the temple and at its highest peak is the golden statue of the Virgin, La Madonnina.
*** CASTELLO SFORZESCO (Piazza Castello, 20121 Milano MI)
It is a medieval castle of the 15th century and was the main residence of the mighty Italian family of Sforza. There are museums with paintings by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Mantenia. Your visit to the castle is a must.
*** GALLERIA VITTORIO EMANUELE II (Piazza del Duomo, 20123 Milano MI)
It is the oldest shopping center in the world with the extremely impressive covered gallery and the glass dome 45 meters high that was built in 1877. It is the joy of all those who have an appeal in … shopping!
*** TEATRO ALLA SCALA (Via Filodrammatici, 2, 20121 Milano MI)
Visit famous La Scala in Milan, which has hosted opera and ballet performances since 1778. It is the “temple of the opera” and if you do not find tickets for a performance, it is worth visiting the opera museum and being in the main hall with the features red velvet seats.
*** PINACOTECA DI BRERA (Via Brera, 28, 20121 Milano MI)
It is housed in the palace of the same name built in the 14th century and here you will find some of the greatest masterpieces of Italian art from the 16th to the 20th century!
*** NAVIGLI
One of the oldest technical channels in Europe that refer to … Venice! It is a magical area and worth a mini boat cruise to see a different Milan.
*** SANTA MARIA DELLE GRAZIE (Piazza di Santa Maria delle Grazie, 20123 Milano MI)
If you want to go in and see the famous “Secret Dinner” by Leonardo da Vinci, then you should definitely book your ticket to see it in just 15 minutes. There is a deterioration of the mural due to the technique used by Da Vinci, as a result of which those in charge do not allow the presence of more than 30 people.
*** GALLERIE D’ ITALIA (Piazza della Scala, 6, 20121 Milano MI)
In this open-air art museum you will find works by Italian artists from the 19th and 20th centuries.
*** PALAZZO REALE MILANO (Piazza del Duomo, 12, 20122 Milano MI)
The building, which has a neoclassical architecture, has been the seat of government for centuries! It is now used as a cultural center and is worth a visit.
*** ΒΙΒLIOTECA AMBROSIANA ( Piazza Pio XI, 2, 20123 Milano MI)
It was founded in 1609 by Cardinal Federico Borromeo and was named after the patron saint of Milan, Ambrosio of Milan. This is a historical library and gallery that will leave you speechless!
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** A visit to the Basilica di Sant’ Ambrogio will enchant you.
*** If you want to feel more … Da Vinci, then visit the Science and Technology Leonardo da Vinci Museum (Via San Vittore, 21, 20123 Milano MI). The Museum is dedicated to the leading Italian artist.
*** Do not miss a walk from the Arco della Pace, which is a neoclassical arch dedicated to peace.
*** Go to the medieval Piazza dei Mercanti and you will hear wonderful music and you will feel that you are in the past of Milan.
FOOD AND DRINK
You are in Milan and you should definitely taste an espresso. For food try Costoletta alla Milanese, Risotto alla Milanese, Ossobuco, Cassöeula, Mondeghili and Panettone. Of course, pizzas and all kinds of pasta should be on your agenda. The most popular drink in Milan is the Negroni. This cocktail is served with ice and a slice or orange peel.
WHERE TO STAY
Your stay will be more expensive as long as your hotel or apartment is close to the center. You can also stay in hotels outside the center, as long as you have public transport (mainly metro) next to you to easily find all the attractions.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Acquatica Park is the joy of all those who love water games!
*** In the Piazza Duomo and outside the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II you can find streets with dozens of shops for all budgets.
*** The Quadrilatero d’Oro is a great place to shop.
*** Four streets that are great for shopping are via Manzoni, via Montenapoleone, via della Spiga and corso Venezia
*** In Serravalle Scrivia which is 45 minutes away from Milan you will have the opportunity for outlet shopping
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot or by metro.
CITIES NEAR MILAN
Major cities close to Milan are Novara (52km), Bergamo (53km), Piacenza (69km), Brescia (91km), Turin (141km), Verona (144km), Genoa (144km), Bologna (213km), Venice (266km).
