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Milan

Navigli markets, aperitivo hours & design-district strolls

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Milan is one of the most rewarding places to explore, and this local guide brings together the best things to do, where to eat and where to stay in one place. Highlights include Mercato di via Fauche, Fiera di Sinigaglia and Colonne di San Lorenzo. Food lovers should not miss Mag Cafe and Luini. Below you will find 14 hand-picked local recommendations across sights, restaurants, hotels and tours, which you can filter by category and budget to plan the perfect trip, whether you have a weekend or a week.

Milan at a glance

  • Ideal stay: 2 to 3 days
  • Best time to visit: spring and autumn
  • Highlights: Mercato di via Fauche and Fiera di Sinigaglia
  • Where to stay: Navigli and Centro
  • Local picks: 14 hand-chosen recommendations
  • Getting around: walkable, plus easy public transport

Local tips for Milan

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Where to stay in Milan

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Centro

Luini

The legendary hole-in-the-wall near the Duomo for fried panzerotti.
★ 4.5
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Navigli

Mag Cafe

A hip cafe-bar on the Naviglio Grande, packed morning to night with Milan’s creative crowd for coffee, vintage-styled cocktails and canal-side people-watching. A Navigli institution.
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Dergano

Rob de Matt

Why it matters: opened in 2017 by chef Edoardo Todeschini after he saw Jamie Oliver’s ex-offender training kitchens in London, Rob de Matt trains people facing psychological difficulty, disability, incarceration or refugee status for restaurant work – over 100 people have gone through its program, some now on permanent staff. It’s also just a genuinely good neighborhood bistrot: a 600-square-meter garden with safari-style tents, Mediterranean plates of grilled meat and fish, and solid vegetarian options. Go for a long lunch or weekend dinner in the garden, and book ahead on Friday and Saturday nights.
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Centro (Via Cerva)

Trattoria da Pino

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Milan travel FAQ

How many days do you need in Milan?

Two to three days is enough to enjoy the highlights of Milan at a relaxed pace. See our Milan itinerary guide for a day-by-day plan.

Where is the best area to stay in Milan?

Stay central and walkable to the main sights for a first visit. Our where to stay in Milan guide breaks down the best neighbourhoods.

What are the best things to do in Milan?

Browse the local picks above, from top sights and museums to where to eat and stay. Or read our best things to do in Milan guide.

What is the best time to visit Milan?

Spring and autumn usually bring the most comfortable weather and thinner crowds, though Milan is worth visiting year-round.

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