Travel guide · Italy
Milan: what to see and when to go
Milan is Italy's capital of fashion, design and business, with a Gothic cathedral at its centre and aperitivo as a daily ritual. It is less a postcard city than a stylish, hard-working one, and the Alps and Lake Como are within about an hour.
What to see and do in Milan
The Duomo and its roof
Climb to the marble terraces among the spires of Italy's greatest Gothic cathedral.
The Last Supper
Leonardo's mural in Santa Maria delle Grazie; only small groups are admitted, so book well ahead.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and La Scala
The glass-roofed arcade and the world's most famous opera house, side by side.
Brera
Cobbled lanes, the Pinacoteca di Brera and some of the city's best restaurants.
Navigli
The canal district, best at the aperitivo hour with a spritz and a buffet of snacks.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: Mar – Apr.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 1 hr, 45 min | ≈ €110 · See flights |
| New York | 8 hr, 45 min | ≈ €500 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 13 hr | ≈ €600 · See flights |
| Dubai | 6 hr, 30 min | ≈ €390 · See flights |
| Singapore | 13 hr, 45 min | ≈ €620 · See flights |
| Sydney | 21 hr, 45 min | ≈ €810 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €430 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Italy
- Currency
- Euro
- Good for
- city · nightlife · food · culture
- How long to stay
- 2–3 days
- Where to stay
- Brera or the centre for a classic stay; Navigli or Porta Venezia for nightlife; near Centrale station for quick trains.Find a place to stay in Milan
Plan your trip
Flights, a place to stay and what else you need for Milan, one tap each.
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Milan and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: Mar – Apr. Average highs range from 8° in January to 30° in July.
How many days do you need in Milan?
2 to 3 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Milan cost?
Accommodation runs at around €110 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €430 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 1 hr, 45 min.
Where should you stay in Milan?
Brera or the centre for a classic stay; Navigli or Porta Venezia for nightlife; near Centrale station for quick trains.
