Things to do in Milan

The centrepiece of Milan is also the largest church in Italy, crowned by a gold-coated statue of the Madonna.

At this central square browse luxury Italian goods in one of the oldest shopping centres in the world or visit the largest church in Italy.

This beautiful old arcade houses some of the biggest names in fashion, such as Prada and Gucci, alongside traditional restaurants and hole-in-the-wall cafés.

See opera, ballet or classical music performed on one of the most famous stages in the world at this theatre and museum.

Two neoclassical historical gates with a long-disputed naming history grandly welcome visitors to Central Milan’s hip, multicultural district.

This centuries-old castle has museums, art and beautiful surrounds that will appeal to culture lovers and history buffs alike.

Climb Branca Tower to look across the largest park in Milan, or hire a bike and ride along the shady paths that wind past green lawns and old monuments.