Milan has always been a rich and important city that was founded around 400 BC.
Located in Italy's northern Lombardy region, it is the country’s main industrial, financial
and commercial centre, and along with Paris, is Europe’s fashion and design capital.
The city has an outstanding mix of beautiful historical architecture and modern high-rise
skyscrapers, and offers a large assortment of remarkable churches, monuments and interesting
attractions for visitors to discover.
Before we get into the top 10 things to do in Milan, we’ve included links in the description
to various discount codes and links to resources of things to do, so make sure you check those
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10) At number 10 is Milan Cathedral
Milan's magnificent Gothic cathedral is the third largest cathedral in Europe and dominates
the great piazza on which it is located.
With an Italian Gothic style, the front façade of the cathedral is truly magnificent and
is crowned with countless towers, statues and decoration.
The interior is just as decorative and features some beautiful stained glass windows bursting
with colour and a fantastic display of artwork.
Visitors can take an elevator or stairs to the top of this enormous church and enjoy
truly spectacular views of Milan.
9) Number 9 is the Hop-on Hop-off Bus Milan
With 3 routes throughout the centre of Milan, covering all major tourist attractions, the
Hop-on Hop-off Bus is a great way to explore the city.
The fleet of comfortable buses will whisk you between stops, specially chosen to give
a comprehensive introduction to Milan's rich history and dazzling culture.
With audio guides in several languages and unbeatable panoramic views, visitors can get
to know this famous city in detail.
8) At number 8 is Parco Sempione
As one of the premier parks in Milan, the Parco Sempione is a large public space and
gardens that sits behind the Sforzesco Castle.
Originally established in 1888, the park covers 95 acres and contains the fantastic arch of
peace.
This wonderful place is beautifully landscaped and contains multiple footpaths, bike trails
and wooded areas together with many sculptures and ornate fountains.
7) Number 7 is the Sforzesco Castle (Pay)
This very impressive 15th century castle has a central location in Milan and is set in
extensive grounds and gardens.
Although the original design has been modified and added too greatly it still retains its
elegance and status of power.
Aside from the castle itself, there is also a host of small museums that contain a collection
of interesting artefacts and historical information about the castle and Milan.
6) At number 6 is San Siro Stadium
Visitors can explore the famous home of AC Milan and Inter Milan as this massive football
shrine is one of the largest stadiums in Europe.
The stadium was consistently enlarged to accommodate more and more fans and it's also a prime spot
for concerts.
Enter the changing rooms, the mixed zone, and the stands and then walk through the Tunnel
of Champions right onto the legendary pitch of one of the premier sporting venues in Italy.
5) Number 5 is the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana
Explore a real piece of history at one of the oldest public art galleries in the world.
Located in the Palazzo Brera, the Pinacoteca contains a large collection of Italian art.
Visitors can enjoy the art of Raphael, Botticelli, Caravaggio, Titian, and many more.
Da Vinci's Codex Atlanticus is the highlight of the museum, with original pages of drawings,
and notes on engineering, anatomy, architecture, geometry and astronomy.
4) At number 4 is La Scala
Located to the north of the Duomo this famous opera house is one of the finest in the world
and is renowned for its acoustic qualities and opulence.
Visitors can tour La Scala, with a knowledgeable guide and see paintings, statues and beautiful
furniture while learning the history of La Scala and facts about the famous operas performed
there.
3) Number 3 is the Museum of Science and Technology Leonardo da Vinci
Milan's Museum of Science and Technology Leonardo da Vinci is housed in a 16th-century monastery,
and features a collection of more than 16,000 items.
As one of the most important Leonardo da Vinci museums in the world, visitors can find collections
of his drawings, blueprints and sketches.
There are seven different departments in the museum, each of which studies and researches
the collections, as well as creating exhibitions and educational activities.
2) At number 2 are the Navigli canals
Constructed originally in the late 12th century, the Navigli canals were worked on for many
years and continued to expand into what they are today.
Milan’s canals aren’t only beautiful, but functional, as they were constructed to
transport goods from the nearby lakes.
Visitors can walk along this fantastically picturesque canal that is lined with old buildings
plus a variety of shops and restaurants.
1) And at number 1 is The Last Supper
Perhaps one of the most famous paintings in the world, Leonard da Vinci’s The Last Supper
can be seen in the refectory of the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie.
The 15th-century fresco is one of the most studied and revered artistic achievements
in the world.
Visitors can also roam around the rest of the stunning Santa Maria delle Grazie seeing
other highlights including the altarpiece by Titian and Bramantino's fresco, but the
star of the show is The Last Supper.
So that sums up our top 10 things to do in Milan, we hope you enjoyed, if you did please
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