Milan
Renaissance masterpieces in Italy's capital of fashion and elegance
Take flights to Milan for da Vinci masterpieces, stylish arcade shopping and terrace eateries with cathedral views.
Things to do
On your Milan holiday, climb to the top of the Gothic cathedral for bird’s-eye views over Milan. The steep rooftop is lined with spiky pinnacles and gargoyles, and carved arches offer tantalising glimpses of the snow-capped Alps on the horizon.
Shopping
Window-shop or splurge at exclusive boutiques in the grandeur of Milan’s 19th-century Galleria. Stationers, bookstores and other specialist shops fill neo-classical arches lining the elegant glass-roofed arcades, and glittering mosaics catch sunlight streaming in through the Galleria’s central glass dome.
Restaurants
Savour polenta, saffron risotto and other Milanese specialities on your Milan city break at trattorias tucked away on cobbled lanes. Milan’s terrace restaurants have cathedral views off Piazza del Duomo and spill onto the pavement for candle-lit dining under the stars.
Nightlife
Milan’s night owls listen to live jazz at pavement tables overlooking the canal in Navigli. To stretch your legs after your flights to Milan, take a walk along the canal-side path past the nightlife quarter’s lively clubs and bars.
When to go
KLM has frequent flights to Milan. Book a holiday to Milan in February for Carnival Ambrosiano or in December to attend opening night at La Scala.
Upcoming events
- Alec Soth - Mississipi, Niagara
4 Feb - 21 Mar 2010; not Mon
- Festival of African Cinema
15 - 21 Mar 2010 (annual)
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Things to do
SpotlightDuomo
Dominating the central square, Duomo is the world's largest Gothic cathedral, with 135 spires sprouting from the roof. Climb up More about this item
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Spotlight10 Corso Como
A plant-filled courtyard entrance and several floors make up 10 Corso Como in Porta Nuova. Style expert Carla Sozzani's design More about this item
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SpotlightCracco
Enjoy Michelin-starred dining on Milan's central square at renowned Cracco, brainchild of local chef Carlo Cracco. Classic Milanese More about this item
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