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Holidays in Milan, Italy

Known as one of the world’s fashion capitals, a short break in the Italian city of Milan will certainly guarantee a superb shopping experience!

In the Piazza Duomo is the magnificent Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, which is thought to be the oldest shopping mall in the world. Another excellent shopping location in Milan is via Montenapoleone, in the Lombard metropolis, where you will find all the fashion houses and shops.#

Exploring Milan

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Known as one of the world’s fashion capitals, a short break in the Italian city of Milan will certainly guarantee a superb shopping experience!

In the Piazza Duomo is the magnificent Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, which is thought to be the oldest shopping mall in the world. Another excellent shopping location in Milan is via Montenapoleone, in the Lombard metropolis, where you will find all the fashion houses and shops.#

Exploring Milan

Throughout its long history, Milan has been ruled by a number of countries other than Italy, including Austria and France; architectural influences can still be found although there was much destruction during World War II.

Not only is Milan known for its fashion but also for the spectacular Duomo or Cathedral and also La Scala, the world’s most famous opera house which is where Madame Butterfly premiered in 1904 – prices start from around 20 euros per person, so be sure to watch one of the elegant ballet or operas while you’re visiting. Travelling around Milan is easy, with its railway network, trams, trolleybuses and taxi services, so you can be sure to take in all of the sights during your stay.

There is a huge choice of restaurants, bars and cafes to choose from in Milan, day or night. A city that rarely sleeps, start the evening with a little aperitif in a local bar before moving onto dinner or a show, then onto a nightclub or a distinctive bar such as the Bhangra Bar, Rolling Stone or Frida.

Cultural breaks in Milan

The Duomo di Milano is the city’s cathedral located in Lombardy. This grand building is a central point from which the streets either encircle or lead from, and it is an excellent point from which to start a walking tour of Milan. The architecture of the cathedral itself is fascinating and it is well known for roof top pinnacles and spires.

There are countless attractions in this vibrant and fascinating city which are well worth making time to visit. Milan’s church and convent, Santa Maria delle Grazie is an UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the “Last Supper” mural by Leonardo da Vinci. And football fans may wish to head to San Siro home to the teams of AC Milan and FC Internazionale Milano.

Whether you are looking to book a cheap shopping weekend, or a city holiday to explore the sights of this wonderful Italian city, lowcostholidays.com has plenty of value for money hotels and flights to choose from.

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Combine a city break in Milan with an Italian lake holiday in nearby Lake Como. For wonderful architecture dating back to the 11th century, stay in the "Pearl of Lake Como" Bellagio.

Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway or a family weekend away of sightseeing and shopping, Madrid city has something for everyone.

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Milan Family Holidays

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Milan is home to two internationally famous football teams, A.C. Milan and Inter Milan both play in the Italian Serie A league. Inter Milan and A.C. Milan play at the San Siro Stadium, one of the largest and most well-known stadiums in the world with a capacity for 85,000 people.

Idroscalo is the name of the city’s man-made lake which is one of the local’s favourite places to relax and unwind. There are cycle paths and walking trails all around the lake which are great for exploring, and the lake itself if perfect for swimming as well as rowing and peddle boating.

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The Planetarium of Milan is the largest planetarium in Italy and was originally opened in 1930. It has Seating for around 300 people and has over 100,000 visitors a year. You can even vist the Zeiss IV projector, one of the planetarium's top attractions.

The Leonardo Da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology is the largest science museum in Italy its home to a Leonardo Da Vinci gallery housing his drawings and sketches. There are also a number of interactive exhibits and laboratories as well as an area for young scientists.

Milan Couples Holidays

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There are a large number of overnight and day spas in the city - whether you want to relax in the sauna and steam room or enjoy a large range of treatments from seaweed wraps to hot stone massage, you’ll be well cared for. Many of the larger hotels have spa facilities offering couples treatments.

Milan is a quintessentially romantic Italian city. There are plenty of romantic spots scattered all over the city. Piazza San Fedele is the traditional meeting point of lovers. There are a large number of romantic traditional style restaurants all over the centre of the city.

Cafes are a great place to stop in for an espresso or a small bite to eat, such as a panino - a small sandwich often filled with ham and cheese. There is also a number of piazzas in the city such as the Piazza del Duomo, which have cafes dotted around them - the perfect place to sit and people...

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Cafes are a great place to stop in for an espresso or a small bite to eat, such as a panino - a small sandwich often filled with ham and cheese. There is also a number of piazzas in the city such as the Piazza del Duomo, which have cafes dotted around them - the perfect place to sit and people watch.

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There are a number of parks in Madrid which provide a welcome rest from the excitement and bustle of the city. The Giardini Pubblici in the north east of the city has long, winding gardens and grounds and is a great place to relax. Parco Sempione is a large garden with an artificial lake as well as...

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There are a number of parks in Madrid which provide a welcome rest from the excitement and bustle of the city. The Giardini Pubblici in the north east of the city has long, winding gardens and grounds and is a great place to relax. Parco Sempione is a large garden with an artificial lake as well as beautifully manicured gardens.

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Milan Nightlife

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There are a huge number of restaurants serving traditional Italian food and there is no better place than Italy to eat some of the most famous dishes in the world. 13 Giugno is a seafood restaurant that serves some spectacular dishes and wonderful fresh fish. Anticsa Trattoria della Pesa is a...

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There are a huge number of restaurants serving traditional Italian food and there is no better place than Italy to eat some of the most famous dishes in the world. 13 Giugno is a seafood restaurant that serves some spectacular dishes and wonderful fresh fish. Anticsa Trattoria della Pesa is a traditional Milanese restaurant serving local specialities.

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Milan has a lively and exciting club scene with a large number of modern clubs playing a huge range of musical tastes. Afterline is a lively club that caters for large groups with plenty of events and themed nights. Armani Prive is an exclusive and expensive club where you can dance with the rich...

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Milan has a lively and exciting club scene with a large number of modern clubs playing a huge range of musical tastes. Afterline is a lively club that caters for large groups with plenty of events and themed nights. Armani Prive is an exclusive and expensive club where you can dance with the rich and famous of the city.

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There are plenty of bars in the centre of the city that are open into the early hours, perfect whether you want to chat over cocktails into the night or relax over a few glasses of local wine. Bar Bianco is a Milanses favourite which serves free snacks while you drink. Caffè della Pusterla is a...

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There are plenty of bars in the centre of the city that are open into the early hours, perfect whether you want to chat over cocktails into the night or relax over a few glasses of local wine. Bar Bianco is a Milanses favourite which serves free snacks while you drink. Caffè della Pusterla is a great bar with an expansive wine list and a range of clientele.

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If you fancy something calmer then why nor drop into one of Milan’s fantastic café’s and enjoy a light bite and a coffee as you watch the world go by. Most cafés have a broad range of food and drink on offer and some are open late and make a great place to stop off for an after-dinner coffee.

Milan Culture

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Milan, when compared to Rome and Florence, is not always thought of as a centre for art. However, there are a huge number of institutes and galleries dotted all over the city. Ambrosiana Art Gallery is home to hundreds of masterpieces by a number of artists from the last few centuries and Brera Art...

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Milan, when compared to Rome and Florence, is not always thought of as a centre for art. However, there are a huge number of institutes and galleries dotted all over the city. Ambrosiana Art Gallery is home to hundreds of masterpieces by a number of artists from the last few centuries and Brera Art Gallery has a large collection of artwork by some of the greatest artists of all time.

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Milan is well known as an epicentre of the fashion world and there are a large number of important designers and labels in the city. For the best brands and names head to Quadrilatero d'Oro, the area of the city with the highest number of fashionable names and labels.

The city of Milan is full of historic buildings and monuments documenting a long and culturally rich history. Palazzo Reale was once the administration centre for the region and is full of culturally significant architecture. The Villa Reale is a large building in the centre of the city which was...

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The city of Milan is full of historic buildings and monuments documenting a long and culturally rich history. Palazzo Reale was once the administration centre for the region and is full of culturally significant architecture. The Villa Reale is a large building in the centre of the city which was once the home of Napoleon.

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The Archaeological Museum is a fascinating collection of buildings that house some important archaeological finds from the city and the surrounding areas, and Cenacolo Vinciano Museum is one of the most popular museums in the city and houses the famous Last Supper by Leonardo Da Vinci.

  • Milan Travel Information

    Language
    Italian
    Currency
    Euro
    Local time
    GMT/BST +1 hour
    Local airport
    Milan Linate (LIN)
    Flight time
    1 hour 55 minutes

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