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Lots to do! Everything from art to fashion to theater music...
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Things are hard to find, the modern Milanese are workaholics
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JessieLang Says: The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele is an elegant shopping mall designed in 1861, and built from 1865-1877. It has 4 wings and a central dome, all with iron and glass ceilings. The shops are “high-end” and I didn’t even go in any of them, but the building itself is worth some...
JessieLang Says: This is the third largest cathedral in the world, and it can hold 75,000 people if they are standing. It took over 500 years to build it. The Boromilo family donated the marble from their quarries. There are 126 stained glass windows illustrating stories from the bible.
JessieLang Says: Construction started in the 14th Century, but it was reconstructed and expanded over the centuries. It used to have a moat and a star-shaped wall but little remains of it. Leonardo da Vinci worked for the Sforza family as an engineer, and he had some input into the design of...
BLewJay Says: The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is a covered double arcade located on the northern side of the Piazza del Duomo in Milan, and connects to the Piazza della Scala. It was named after Vittorio Emanuele II, the first king of united Italy, and was originally designed in 1861...
1 Review and 91 Opinions I was looking for a nice and cheap hotel to spend a week end in Milano and my friend Michele...
Terraferma Ristorante: Ristorante Cucina Mediterranea - Pizzeria
BLewJay Says: After returning from Vicenza, we checked into the Hilton to spend out last night in Milano. As we've done in the past, we went up to the Executive Lounge to chill for a bit and relax after a day of running around. We were also very hungry and "happy hour" was just about...
BLewJay Says: On our 2nd full day in Milano, we got up early, worked out at the gym, eat breakfast and then headed out again to explore the city. We went back down to the Piazza di Duomo and took in the history and beauty of the area. It was another hot day in the city, so we walked into...
Ciccio Pasticcio: Dinner on the canal
BLewJay Says: As our first day in Milano was coming to an end, we decided to head out to dinner. As was our custom, we asked the concierge for his recommendation. He mentioned that we should walk around the Navigli District, check out the menus and see what we like. Very good idea, so we...
Amorino Milano: Yummy...Gelato al Naturale
BLewJay Says: After finishing dinner at The Break Time Cafe, we decided to walk around Brera and take in the ambience. As luck would have it, we stumbled upon a gelato shop called Amorino. Little did we know that this was one of the best gelato stores in Milano. They use high quality...
Break Time Cafe: Simple yet delicious
BLewJay Says: Since we had received an awesome restaurant recommendation from the concierge our 1st night in Milano, we decided to ask for another one. He mentioned walking around the Brera District and looking at the different menu selections available, then decide what we would like to...
La Topaia: A night in milan to remember
allan.e Says: Ok, where do I start, I have been coming to milan for a few years now and never ate in a place that made me think, yes!! this is what I expected of a night out in Milan would be like. Until that is, a friend of mine took me to La Topaia, which means " Where the rats meet "...
where the rats meet: A night in milan to remember
allan.e Says: Ok, where do I start, I have been coming to milan for a few years now and never ate in a place that made me think, yes!! this is what I expected of a night out in Milan would be like. Until that is, a friend of mine took me to La Topaia, which means " Where the rats meet "...
Scooters, scooters and more scooters
BLewJay Says: With gas prices being so high as well as fees and taxes which making driving/owning a car so expensive, the 2-wheel mode of transportation is very prevalent in Europe. Since Italy is the home of Piaggio (the parent company of Vespa, Aprilia, Moto Guzzi, etc.) and also...
Train between Malpensa Aeroporto & Milano Centrale
BLewJay Says: Before we traveled to Milano, we wanted to plan our transportation from the airport to the main train station in the city (Milano Centrale). So based on information from VT as well as doing our own research, we found that we could take the Malpensa Express between the two...
JessieLang Says: I've loved Alessi designs for years, so I was delighted to find a large Alessi store here, They make stylish kitchenware and home décor items, ranging from expensive stainless steel teapots and platters to whimsical plastic pieces. The plastic ones are more in my price...
Telecom Italia Spa (TIM): Use of phone while overseas
BLewJay Says: One way to save on phone bills was to unlock a phone, look for a phone store in Italy and insert the country SIM card. It worked like a charm...easy, fast and inexpensive. We purchased a TIM/SIM card and installed in into our T-mobile phone (which we had unlocked before...
Football Corner: Support your favorite team
BLewJay Says: If you are looking for a sporting goods store which sells stuff for your favorite "futbol" team, then this is the place to go. Great selection and good prices with up-to-date gear to choose from. I purchased two shirts from this store, one for AC Milan and the other for...
VestiStock Outlet: Designer shop - outlet
Penelope4 Says: VestiStock Outlet is an outlet in a quiet part of Milan. I knew about it as I arrived at Malpensa airport. It was worth a visit because I noticed that the clothes did not have any problem or damage. The selection is not huge but you will be delighted with the fine selection....
Celtic New Year eve celebration (late Oct)
oriettaIT Says: Every end of October in Milano in the Park right outside Castello Sforzesco a Celtic festival is held.It celebrate the Celtic new year eve and it is very intersting. There are music concerts, food stands and art and craft stands. In 2011 it will be from 29 to 31 October.I...
Taking the frustration out of Milano
dinobertini Says: Milano is one of my favourite cities. I have been there maybe 100 times. There is lots to do and see. My tip is if you are there for a few days consider not sleeping there. it is expensive and the air is ..well...Instead do the things you wish in Milano then, in the evening...
The beginning/ending of out Italian adventure
BLewJay Says: The planning for this trip took about 6 months to complete and our introduction to Italy started and ended with stays in Milano. I had been to Italy in 1992 but didn't stay in Milano, so I wanted to get a feel (vibe if you will) for the city. I have to say that our...
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Q: I'll visit Milano in late March and unfortunately tickets for Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper are already sold out. Is it...
A: I saw a few years back, and yes its worth seeing it anyway. a beauty. cheers
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So, this is my hometown, I've been living there for 36 years so I suppose I could give you some tips you won't find on Rough Guide :-) at least I hope so!
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I have been in Milano many times but always for work... what I got to see was the train station and many industrial areas... sad and grey offices' buildings and the highway.... sort of nightmeres...
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This trip had taken months to plan, and one of the cities we wanted to visit and explore was Milano. It is know as the fashion capital of Italy, but in additon to visiting the many store fronts...
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Austrian and German carriers have been offering low airfares to Milan and I thought, why not? I don't fly to one country just to go shopping. I have visited Milan twice already not because of shopping...
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