🇮🇹 Italy
Milan travel guide
Milan is Italy's financial and fashion capital, a sophisticated city that moves at a faster pace than the rest of the country. The stunning Gothic Duomo, Leonardo's Last Supper, La Scala opera house, and the Quadrilatero della Moda (Fashion District) define this elegant metropolis. Gateway to the Italian Lakes.
Language
Italian (English in tourist areas)
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Timezone
CET (GMT+1) / CEST (GMT+2 summer)
Best time
April to June, September to October
Budget/day
€90-220/day
When to visit
Jan
-1°C to 6°C
Feb
1°C to 9°C
Mar
4°C to 14°C
Apr
9°C to 18°C
May
14°C to 23°C
Jun
18°C to 28°C
Jul
20°C to 31°C
Aug
20°C to 30°C
Sep
16°C to 25°C
Oct
10°C to 18°C
Nov
5°C to 11°C
Dec
0°C to 7°C
Safety
safeMilan is safe. Pickpockets at Duomo and Centrale station.
Women travellers
Generally safe. Normal urban caution.
Culture & etiquette
- + Book Last Supper tickets in advance
- + Visit the Duomo rooftop
- + Walk through Galleria
- + Explore Navigli for aperitivo
- - Don't visit August (closures)
- - Don't forget Last Supper booking
- - Don't dress too casually
- - Don't skip the fashion district
Food to try
Risotto alla milanese
Saffron risotto
Cotoletta alla milanese
Breaded veal cutlet
Ossobuco
Braised veal shank
Panettone
Christmas bread (famous here)
Aperitivo
Evening drinks with snacks
Negroni
Classic cocktail
Hidden gems
Details are indicative and may change. Verify visa, safety, and entry requirements before travel.