MILAN CITY BREAKS   >   ITALY 


Strolling around Milan is the best way to discover this marvellous city. There are many streets and districts in Milan where the pleasure of walking can be tasted. Some streets and squares have even been turned into pedestrian areas, often flanked by boutiques and picturesque corners. Brera, the artists' district and the area around the canals, better known as 'Navigli', the most appealing district for nightlife, are a must for those who want to discover Milan in every single facet.
Milan also boasts beautiful parks: the Public Gardens located in the city centre are only some of the traditional destinations for those who seek some relax and a peaceful surrounding.


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Camping and Caravanning  
    
  Camping.it   -   Camp site Milan

Holiday Renals / Self catering

Interhome   -   Holiday homes Milan   -   Offers quality apartments or houses
All properties are checked on a regular basis. All homes can be booked on-line. Properties are shown by destination.

Hotels Milan

  Booking  -  Hotels in Milan   -   Hotel Guide Milan
Districts : Centro Storico, Citta' Studi, Fiera Milano city, Greco, Niguarda, P. Venezia, P. Vittoria, San Siro, Stazione Centrale, Stazione Garibaldi, Vigentino.

  Starhotels Anderson ****, Piazza Luigi di Savoia 20, 20124 Milan
Conveniently situated in the heart of Milan, immediately by the central railway station, this hotel offers contemporary amenities in amid metropolitan chic.

  Grand Hotel Plaza, ****, Piazza A. Diaz 3, 20123 Milan
Enjoying an excellent location near the cathedral and the prestigious Teatro alla Scala opera house, this modern hotel offers you traditional Italian hospitality. In the heart of Milan's thriving shopping and business district, each of the hotel's 136 completely refurbished rooms are soundproofed and equipped with a variety of convenient amenities.

  Hotel Mozart ****, Piazza Gerusalemme 6, 20154 Milan
Hotel is located in town centre, close to the Trade Fair and a few minutes from the Castle. Railway Station and airports can be easily reached with public transports. A free shuttle bus service to Trade Fair area of Rho Pero (abt 5km) will be at our guest's disposal during main fair periods.

 
Centrally located hotels ranging from small family run budget accommodation to world-class five star hotels.

  

Travel Agents / Tour operators

 easyJet holidays   -   Milan City Breaks
The fabulous city of Milan is the perfect destination for any fashion lover. Providing all you could wish for, from affordable yet chic high-street stores to exclusive designer boutiques.
But there's plenty more on offer in this world renowned city, from Opera to Football, Architecture to Bars and Clubs.

Kuoni Travel   -   Milan
As one of Europe's financial and fashion centres, Milan is renowned for its stylish shopping precincts. La Scala the 18th century temple of opera has hosted the world's most prestigious performers, whilst a wealth of treasure filled museums and the famous Duomo are surrounded by its lively piazza, cafés, restaurants and smart boutiques.

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Travel Guides Milan / Destination Guides

Travel Guides Milan  [ amazon.co.uk ]

  DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide: Milan & the Lakes
Reid Bramblett (Author)
Paperback: 160 pages; Publisher: Dorling Kindersley (1 April 2011); ISBN-10: 1405358157.

  Berlitz: Milan Pocket Guide
Paperback: 144 pages; Publisher: Berlitz Travel; 2 edition (15 Mar 2010); ISBN-10: 9812687041.

 Time Out Milan 4th edition [Paperback]
Tristan Rutherford (Author), Kathryn Tomasetti (Author)
Paperback: 256 pages; Publisher: Time Out; 4th Revised edition edition (8 Jan 2009); ISBN-10: 1846700590

Transport / How do I travel to Milan

  Airport Milan Linate   -   SEA Aeroporti di Milano
  Airport Milan Malpensa

  

 
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The centrepiece of the city is the magnificent and colossal gothic Cathedral , just a short stroll through the opulent Galleria from La Scala, the world-famous Opera House. Don't miss da Vinci's 'Last Supper' in the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie.

  Milano Online   -   official portal Milan

Quartieri di Milano [ Milan Districts ] :

  L'Isola Garibaldi
  Il Quartiere Ticinese
  La Zona 3
  Niguarda

What so see in Milan, What to do in Milan. 

  Biblioteca Ambrosiana 
The Biblioteca Ambrosiana, founded by Cardinal Federico Borromeo in Milan in 1607, was conceived as a center of learning and culture, with a Board of Accountants, a library equipped for the different fields of knowledge and an art gallery with paintings of the most famous Italian authors and foreigners.
  Biblioteca Francescana
The Library specialises in Franciscanism. This 'specialism' focuses on the knowledge and culture which the Franciscans, over the centuries, have contributed to the evolution of socio-political and religious culture and thought. The influence of Franciscanism touches many subjects – theology, history, philosophy, literature, art etc. – which found their beginnings in St Francis of Assisi and which are gradually coming to completion over the centuries. The library has over 15,000 volumes of literature, dating from 1200 to the present day. It also carries 33 periodicals in Italian and 18 foreign periodicals.
  Brera Museo Astronomico
  Castello Sforzesco   -   The Official Castello Sforzesco Website
Built for purely defensive reasons by Galeazzo II Visconti around 1368, the Castello lost its initial destination as a fortress to assume that of a kingly dwelling but only to resume its original role of efficient fortress in 1450 under Francesco Sforza, the new Lord of Milan. His successor, Ludovico il Moro, turned the Castello into one of the most sumptuous courts of Renaissance Italy and a point of attraction of the most talented artists of the time.
Among the many interesting centres of attractions of the castle, it is worthwhile mentioning the impressive Tower of Filarete, the huge Piazza d'Armi Courtyard, the Rocchetta Courtyard and the small Courtyard of the Fountain.
  Cenacolo   -   famous painting
Commenced by Leonardo Da Vinci in 1495 and completed in 1497, is considered one of the most significant art creations worldwide and attracts numberless visitors from even the remotest corners of the earth.
The painting shows Jesus announcing to his twelve Apostles that one of them was going to betray him.
Da Vinci painted his masterpiece using strong tempera on a dry wall instead of a wet one. This is the reason why it begun to fade soon after its completion and the humidity of the environment contributed to its deterioration. A number of restoration interventions have brought the painting back to its original splendour.
  Duomo
The Duomo, which traditionally symbolizes the city of Milan, is the most extraordinary example of Italian late Gothic art. It ranks third in terms of dimension after the Saint Peter's Basilica at the Vatican in Rome and Seville's Cathedral. Located in the very heart of the city it represents both the core of the city and the unavoidable destination of countless visitors from Italy and abroad.
  Il Portello   -    production of Alfa Romeo in Milan
  National Museum of Science and Technology Leonardo da Vinci
  Palazzo Marino
Facing La Scala Theatre, it is considered the most beautiful private palace of Milan and a masterpiece of residential architecture of the sixteenth century.
The palace was designed by Galeazzo Alessi, an architect from Perugia, on behalf of Tommaso Marino, a very rich banker and tax-collector who moved to Milan from Genoa in 1523.
  Palazzo Marino
Facing La Scala Theatre, it is considered the most beautiful private palace of Milan and a masterpiece of residential architecture of the sixteenth century.
The palace was designed by Galeazzo Alessi, an architect from Perugia, on behalf of Tommaso Marino, a very rich banker and tax-collector who moved to Milan from Genoa in 1523.
  Pinacoteca di Brera   -    Paintings by Tintoretto, Caravaggio and Hayez
  Scala   -   Opera Milan
Its history, acoustics and the outstanding level of its performances have made La Scala Theatre one of the best known temples of lyric and classical music in the world.

  Football   -   AC Milan -
  Acquario Civico Online
  Armani
  Dolce&Gabbana
  Gianfranco Ferre
  Football   -   Inter 
  Italian fashion trends
  La Gazetta dello Sport   -   Italian sports paper

  Valentino
  Versace

Cuisine   -   Milan recipes

Recipes from Milan come from a rich tradition. Risotto is one of the specialties that are rooted in and around the Po Valley and form the symbol of Milanese cuisine. This typical rice dish is usually cooked with fish, shellfish, chicken and mushrooms and has a special manufacturing process. Risotto alla Milanese is made ​​with saffron and marrow. Other dishes from Milan and surroundings: osso bucco alla Milanese [eal shank with marrow ] rognon di vitello trifolato [ veal kidneys with garlic and oil ] and cazzuola [ dish of pork with cabbage ]. Panettone is a famous Milanese cake with raisins and candied fruit.

  Milan Cuisine

History of Milan

  Milan's History   -   Storia di Milano

  Storia di Milano
The history of Milan shows the main historical events relating to the municipality of Milan, from its foundation until today.

  Antiquarium Alda Levi
  Archivio Storico Civico e Biblioteca Trivulziana
  Museo Archeologico di Milano
  Museo del Risorgimento di Milano
  Museo della Preistoria e Protostoria 
  Museo della Basilica di Santa Maria della Passione
  Museo della Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio
  Museo della Pusterla - Mostra Permanente di Criminologia e Armi Antiche
  Museo di Storia Contemporanea
  Museo Manzoniano - Casa Manzoni

  Museums in the center of Milan   -   Musei del Centro di Milano
  Muvi : museo virtuale della Lombardia [ Virtual Museum ]
History, pictures.

Music, Art & Culture, Events & Entertainment

  Orchestra Sinfonica di Milano Giuseppe Verdi
  Scala Milan   -   opera house
Its history, acoustics and the outstanding level of its performances have made La Scala Theatre one of the best known temples of lyric and classical music in the world.

  Alekos
Visite guidate e laboratori di approfondimento ai principali musei milanesi.
  Associazione musicale Humor Allegro
  Case Museo di Milano
  Civico Museo d'Arte Contemporanea
  Galleria d'Arte Moderna
  Galleria Vinciana
  Leonardo Da Vinci
In 1492 Leonardo da Vinci arrives at the Milanese court. In Milan, Leonardo drew the floodgates for the expansion of the sewer system (the so-called Navigli) and created numerous sketches and notes. The church of Santa Maria delle Grazie holds his ground-breaking, world-famous fresco The Last Supper.
  Literature in Milan [ Western Lombard literature ]
  Milanesiabella
Antologia permanente dei poeti e letterati milanesi, classici e moderni, vecchi e nuovi.
  Museo Bagatti Valsecchi
  Museo del Duomo di Milano
  Museo Diocesano
  Museo delle Arti Decorative
  Museo del Novecento
  Museo di Arte Estremo-Orientale e di Etnografia
  Museo Poldi Pezzoli
  Padiglione di Arte Contemporanea
  Palazzo Reale
  Pinacoteca Ambrosiana e Biblioteca Ambrosiana
  Pinacoteca di Brera
  Triennale (Palazzo dell'Arte)


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