Sightseeing in Milan - what to see. Complete travel guide

A walk on the famous Piazza Mercanti is an excellent way to get acquainted with the cultural heritage of Milan. The street is the location of numerous outstanding historic buildings. Loggia …
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This cathedral is considered the main attraction of Milan. The magnificent Santa Maria Nascente Cathedral


Milan is often called the capital of fashion. Here come shoppers from all over the world in order to visit the internationally famous shops and boutiques. Moronigomma boutique is very …
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Ambrogio, a former Bishop of Milan, (IV century) is considered the patron saint of the city. The temple, which is named after him, is the oldest church in the city and, according to many, the most beautiful in its simplicity. The basilica


Pinacoteca di Brera

1. The most popular means of transport are subway and buses. By using them you can easily get to any place of interest in the city. It should be noted that buses here stop not at all …
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Castello Sforzesco is a huge castle, which is home to numerous museums of the city. Paintings, furniture, sculptures, frescoes, Egyptian mummies, ancient musical instruments and the monumental castle – all these precious items await visitors of Castello Sforzesco



Do you think that the only things that Milan can offer to travelers are numerous historical buildings and incredibly high prices in local boutiques? These aspects, indeed, can surprise, but …
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Four Seasons Hotel Milano is a very unusual and attractive place. The prestigious hotel is open in a beautiful building that was a monastery in the past and was founded yet in the 15th …
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In order to see the graveyard of Cimitero Monumentale, you will need to move slightly to the north of Milan. The huge complex Cimitero Monumentale


Teatro alla Scala


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City tours, excursions and tickets in Milan and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Milan
♥ Shopping area ' Via San Pietro all Orto' Milan, 0.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Via Verri' Milan, 0.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Via Montenapoleone' Milan, 0.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Via Manzoni' Milan, 0.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Piazza San Babila' Milan, 0.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Via San Pietro all Orto' Milan, 0.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ Shopping area ' Via Verri' Milan, 0.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ Shopping area ' Via Montenapoleone' Milan, 0.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Shopping area ' Via Manzoni' Milan, 0.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Shopping area ' Piazza San Babila' Milan, 0.7 km from the center. On the map


Survived castles around Milan
♥ Castle 'Zivido Castle' San Giuliano Milanese, 1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Affori Tower' Milan, 2.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Cassino Scanasio Castle' Cassino Scanasio, 8.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Tolcinasco Castle' Tolcinasco, 11.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Peschiera Castle' Peschiera Borromeo, 11.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Zivido Castle' San Giuliano Milanese, 1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Affori Tower' Milan, 2.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Cassino Scanasio Castle' Cassino Scanasio, 8.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Tolcinasco Castle' Tolcinasco, 11.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Peschiera Castle' Peschiera Borromeo, 11.5 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around Milan
♥ World Heritage Site 'Monte San Giorgio' , 53.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale della Val Grande' , 86.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ World Heritage Site 'Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch' , 142.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’Appennino Tosco-Emiliano' , 148.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ World Heritage Site 'Monte San Giorgio' , 53.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale della Val Grande' , 86.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ World Heritage Site 'Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch' , 142.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’Appennino Tosco-Emiliano' , 148.5 km from the center. On the map


Art galleries in Milan and around
♥ Art museum 'Museo del Novecento' Milan, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Pinacoteca Ambrosiana' Milan, 0.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Museo Poldi Pezzoli' Milan, 0.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Pinacoteca di Brera' Milan, 0.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Castello Sforzesco' Milan, 1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Museo del Novecento' Milan, 0.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Pinacoteca Ambrosiana' Milan, 0.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Museo Poldi Pezzoli' Milan, 0.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Pinacoteca di Brera' Milan, 0.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Castello Sforzesco' Milan, 1 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Milan from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie
From the series “Top 15 Unesco Sites in Europe”
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Distance from Milan center - 1.4 km.
Over the past decades, the main church in Milan has remained a popular tourist attraction. The queue of those wishing to see the legendary frescoes doesn’t vanish, so it’s recommended to sign up for a tour several days in advance. Anyone who wishes to see the legendary fresco by Leonardo da Vinci, will have to undergo a special procedure. An outerwear has to be cleaned from the dirt using a dedicated gadget. Only after that, you can take a look at the amazing work of art. However, visitors can not admire it for more than 15 minutes. …
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Basilica di San Lorenzo
From the series “Monuments of Byzantium: the most famous buildings”
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Distance from Milan center - 1 km.
Several symbolic monuments are installed next to the basilica. A series of antique columns is the most unusual element of the surrounding area. They are preserved fragments of ancient Roman buildings. These columns were part of the baths in the 3rd century AD. The Basilica of St Lawrence has lost almost half of its values and original design elements for more than a thousand years of existence. A beautiful fresco has been preserved on the wall behind the main altar. Visitors can also see an ancient sculpture of Padre Pio. Its age is more than a thousand years. The painting under the dome was made already in the Middle Ages. But it continues to be considered a true work of art. …
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Saudi Arabia to Open 38 Hotels in Diriyah
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.
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02.10.2023
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.

02.10.2023
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