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Milan General Information
Milan General Information
the world capital of fashion, shopping and design, is happy to guide you to the discovery of
its many treasures.
Milan is ART
From the Duomo Cathedral to the Sforza Castle, from the La Scala Opera House to the Last Supper
by Leonardo da Vinci, the city boasts a unique artistic heritage of over 2500 years of history. If you
do not have much time, Milan offers an incredible number of attractions concentrated into its small
historic center. The elegant Galleria Vittorio Emanuele and its beauty in glass and stone. The Sforza
Castle, with the relaxing courtyards shaded by the imposing walls and Michelangelo’s last
masterpiece. The magnificent basilicas of Sant’Ambrogio and San Lorenzo, open doors on history.
The fine‐art collections of Pinacoteca di Brera and Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, inhabited by Raffaello,
Caravaggio, Mantegna and many others. You can reach all these sites on foot, through picturesque
cobbled streets.
Milan is SHOPPING
Milan is the city where you can find the best of everything for your shopping experience. Historical
buildings and amazing internal courtyards can house hidden vintage boutiques. For the world's
leading designers, you can walk through the Quadrilatero della Moda. You can indulge your curiosity
in the vintage shops of the Brera Quartier. In the Navigli area, or in Porta Ticinese you will find plenty
of alternative shops. Corso Buenos Aires displays hundreds of stores along a 3km street.
Milan is NEW
Tradition meets innovation. You can discover a vibrant modern city in the new architectures of City
Life and Porta Nuova, with the multi‐awarded green project Bosco Verticale. Archistars such as
Stefano Boeri, Zaha Hadid and César Pelli contributed with their talent and originality to redesign
the city’s new skyline. Renowned design and art institutions, such as Fondazione Prada, Triennale,
Hangar Bicocca and the Museo del Novecento will provide you with a sparkling picture of new trends
in contemporary art. Moreover, do not miss the dedicated Design Week and Art Week every year,
with a full calendar of events throughout the city.
Milan is FOOD
Milano is a very food‐friendly city and the opportunities for dining out well are virtually endless,
ranging from exclusive and Michelin‐starred restaurants to popular and tasty trattorie and street
food. Every variant of Italian cuisine is represented here while international culture and ethnic
eateries make every tourist feel at home. Do not miss the chance to try the traditional yellow Risotto
with saffron and ossobuco or the renowned Cotoletta alla Milanese. And remember that aperitivo
is not just a happy hour but a real ceremony.
Milan is COOL
There is never a shortage of entertainment in Milan, and the panorama of events and initiatives is
always changing. From romantic and bohemian Brera to the stunning and bubbly Navigli (Canals)
quarter, unique and thrilling evenings out can be had all over Milan and you can find events at any
time of the year all over the place. Explore the Isola Quarter, one of the city’s best‐kept secrets until
recently, with its alternative shops and new restaurants. Discover the inclusive Porta Venezia district
for an inter‐ethnic or LGBT‐friendly experience. Enjoy a live show in one of the city’s many theatres
and small venues.
Milan is GREEN
If you are a cycling enthusiast, you can easily reach the major attractions with the city bike sharing
system, both station‐based and free‐floating, thanks to the short distances and the flat terrain. You
can pick up your bike and leave it wherever you want, easily losing yourself among gardens, parks
and little lakes. Enjoy the view of the Sforza Castle in Parco Sempione and discover the romantic
Mermaid Bridge. Try Boscoincittà or Parco delle Cave for your favorite outdoor activity. Discover the
new Parco Alfa Romeo al Portello, born on an ex‐industrial area. Relax in the pleasant Botanical
Garden in Brera, just a stone’s throw from the Art Gallery.
Milan is SPORT
In Milan you can live sports as a viewer and as a protagonist. San Siro Stadium, the Forum, the Allianz
Cloud, the Autodromo di Monza host international challenges, while Stramilano and the Milano City
Marathon involve many hundreds of professional and amateur runners every year. A few miles away
the Idroscalo (“Milan’s Sea”) is an ideal place for swimming, trekking, sailing, sport fishing, biking
along cycle and MTB paths and, last but not least, surfing! And whether you or not you are an A.C.
Milan or Inter Milan supporter, the San Siro Museum will offer you a journey through the history of
soccer.
Milan is VENUES
In Milan convention and congress facilities are state‐of‐the‐art. A brand new Convention Bureau
offers its consultancy freely and impartially to all buyers and companies who want to organize a
successful trade event in Milan. MiCo – Milano Congressi is Europe’s largest Congress Center and
can seat up to 20.000 people. Moreover, the whole city boasts prestigious and unique locations and
venues – with modern equipment and quality services – where major fashion shows, international
meetings, exclusive conferences and globally renowned congresses are held.
Milan is NEAR
Thanks to its connections to the rest of the country and the continent, Milan is one of the safest and
most accessible cities in Europe. You can easily reach unforgettable places like the nearby art cities,
the lakes, or the Alps ‐ where you can explore, trek, ski, sail or just relax surrounded by the beauty
of nature.
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