{"id":18836,"date":"2021-08-24T18:05:46","date_gmt":"2021-08-24T16:05:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fromplacetoplace.travel\/?page_id=18836"},"modified":"2023-02-10T10:25:06","modified_gmt":"2023-02-10T09:25:06","slug":"milan-city-trip","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/fromplacetoplace.travel\/milan-city-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Milan"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Italy’s second largest city is located in Lombardy and is called Milan. The nine city areas that you should discover on a city trip to Milan are arranged in a circle around the historic city centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Milan Cathedral is the focal point for visitors to the city. From here you can reach the most important sights and the popular shopping streets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Milan is not only the financial centre of Italy, but also one of the capitals of fashion. On the most expensive and exclusive shopping street, Via Monte Napoleone, you will find shops of the most famous fashion brands from Gucci to Cartier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

City trip Milan – Excursion tips<\/h2>\n\n\n
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\n \"Galleria\n
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Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II<\/div >\n

Right next to Milan Cathedral is another tourist destination - the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. The Galleria is a covered shopping arcade built in the 19th century.<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II   →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>

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Hop On Hop Off - a variation of the city tour<\/div >\n

You see them in many cities \u2026 the big red double-decker buses that are open in summer. They drive around the most important sights of the city and offer sightseeing tours.<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n Hop On Hop Off Tour   →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>

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Criss-cross through Milan - what you should also see<\/div >\n

We have been criss-crossing Milan and have put together some Milan tips here that you don't immediately find in every report about Milan. But I think they are definitely worth a visit.<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n Milan tips   →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>

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\n \"Gallerie\n
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Cimitero Monumentale - Central Cemetery of Milan<\/div >\n

In Milan there is the Cimitero Monumentale, the central cemetery of Milan, which you should definitely visit. Here you will find artistically designed tombs and if you look closely, you might also discover a \"celebrity tomb\".<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n Cimitero Monumentale   →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>

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\n \"Strassenbahn\n
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Tram travel in Milan - public transport tips<\/div >\n

On the road on the streets of Milan. Which means of transport we used and why riding a tram in Milan is something special - you can read all about it here!<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n Tips for public transport   →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>

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\n \"Portello\n
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When the Alfa Romeo industrial site becomes a recreational park - Portello Park<\/div >\n

Sometimes you come across something by chance and are glad afterwards that you took a closer look. Like we did with Portello Park in Milan.<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n Portello Park   →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>

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\n \"Stadtbummel\n
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City stroll through Milan<\/div >\n

When you stroll through Milan, you discover many great and interesting places. I could write long texts about every church, square or monument in Milan, but no one would read them, because it's no longer fun to be bombarded with facts.<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n City stroll through Milan   →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>

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\n \"Panzerotti\n
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Panzerotti from Luini in Milan<\/div >\n

\"Go eat panzerotti in Milan!\" Following a tip from a Milanese woman, we went in search of Luini's panzerotti near Piazza Duomo. We had no idea what it was, only that you could eat it.<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n Panzerotti in Milan   →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>

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The landmark of Milan - the cathedral<\/div >\n

If you read up on Milan before a trip to the city, you will mainly find pictures of the Milan Cathedral. This imposing building is the landmark and the main attraction for all tourists. I think that's right - a visit to the cathedral is simply part of a visit to Milan.<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n Milan Cathedral   →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>

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\n \"Naviglio\n
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Naviglio Milano - the canals of Milan<\/div >\n

Milan does not lie on any significant and large river. Nevertheless, there are canals here, Naviglio, which are fed by the rivers of the hinterland. These man-made connections give Milan access by water to the Adriatic Sea.<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n Naviglio Milano   →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>

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Castello Sforzesco - Milan's Castle<\/div >\n

The Castello Sforzesco, like the Duomo, is one of the main attractions in Milan. The castle in Milan is located on the Piazza Castello northwest of the old town. Directly behind the castle is a large park where you can take a wonderful walk.<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n Castello Sforzesco    →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>

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Parco Sempione<\/div >\n

The Parco Sempione is directly adjacent to the Castello Sforzesco. The garden is a popular meeting place and offers a lot of recreation on almost 40 hectares. Ponds and water arms criss-cross the meadows. There are caf\u00e9s and numerous benches. In summer, open-air events are held here.<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n Parco Sempione   →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>

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Milan Centrale - the central station<\/div >\n

Even if you don't travel by train, you shouldn't miss visiting Milan's main railway station, Milan Centrale. That's right, visit it not only from the outside, but also go inside and have a look.<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n Milan Centrale   →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Discover Milan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Food & Drink<\/h2>\n\n\n
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\n \"Panzerotti\n
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Panzerotti from Luini in Milan<\/div >\n

\"Go eat panzerotti in Milan!\" Following a tip from a Milanese woman, we went in search of Luini's panzerotti near Piazza Duomo. We had no idea what it was, only that you could eat it.<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n Panzerotti in Milan   →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>

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\n \"Milan\n
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Milan Centrale - the central station<\/div >\n

Even if you don't travel by train, you shouldn't miss visiting Milan's main railway station, Milan Centrale. That's right, visit it not only from the outside, but also go inside and have a look.<\/p>\n <\/div >\n \n \n Milan Centrale   →<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Milan travel information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Arrival<\/summary>
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By plane<\/strong>
There are two airports in the immediate vicinity of the city, which are served by many international and national airlines.
Linate airport is slightly smaller and closer to the city centre. From there you can take bus 73 or express bus X73 into the city. There are also shuttle buses that go to the main railway station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Malapese airport is about 50 kilometres from the city centre. Shuttle buses run between Milan Central Station and the airport for a fee. There are several providers that charge the same price. In addition, there is the Malapese Express, a train connection from the station at Terminal 1 towards Milan Central Station. The ticket prices are slightly more expensive than the bus fares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the airport in Bergamo, which is served by Ryanair. From there you can easily get to Milan by bus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By train<\/strong>
There are some direct train connections to Milan from Germany and Switzerland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The main train station is relatively central and there are some buses in the city that go to the station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By car<\/strong>
A ring road system runs around the city, the North Ring A52, the East Ring A51 and the West Ring A50. There are 45 junctions into the city in each direction. Parallel to the North Ring runs the A4 towards Venice and Rome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are also numerous other motorways and provincial roads leading into the region around Milan.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

On the way in \u2026<\/summary>
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By car<\/strong>
At first glance, the traffic in the city seems wild and disorderly. During rush hour, you should avoid the main roads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The city zone, which is monitored by 187 cameras, is marked AreaB and covers over 70% of Milan’s territory. In the inner city area AreaC, an entry fee, city toll, is charged. This amounts to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Cars from Euro Diesel 5 and petrol pay 5 \u20ac for the day ticket.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Methane and LPG vehicles pay \u20ac5 for the day ticket.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Electric and hybrid vehicles are exempt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    The AreaC ticket is valid from Monday to Friday from 7.30 a.m. to 7.30 p.m. On weekends and public holidays, entry is free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Have no entry into the city centre:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Vehicles diesel Euro 0, 1, 2, 3 and Euro 4 without particle filter<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Vehicles petrol Euro 0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      By public transport<\/strong>
      Milan has a well-developed metro network, trams and buses. Tickets are available in many bars, newsstands, tobacco shops and at all metro stations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      The fare system has been somewhat simplified. You can use all means of public transport with one ticket: Metro, train, bus and Trenord suburban trains in 21 towns around Milan (fare zones M1 to M3). It is possible to interrupt the journey and make a return trip in the 90 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Parking<\/summary>
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      There are only a few public parking spaces in Milan. Blue marked parking spaces are timed parking spaces, yellow marked spaces are for residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      It makes sense to park the car in public garages. These are marked with a large “G” and are usually located in the middle of the blocks.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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