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10 Days in Milan: A Journey of Art, History, and Culture

Tomas Naves de Freitas

Tomas Naves de Freitas

7 Jan 2024

Embark on a 10-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Milan, where ancient marvels meet modern wonders. Discover world-renowned art galleries, stroll through picturesque gardens, and immerse yourself in the rich history of this captivating city. Join us as we explore Milan's hidden gems and indulge in authentic Italian cuisine.

Day 1Unveiling Milan's Artistic Treasures
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$100

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$ 10

BAM Tree Library Milan
Garden park & botanical garden with contemporary landscape design, restaurants & community events.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$40
9 - 11 min

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Pinacoteca di Brera
Graceful palazzo used by Napoleon, with medieval and Renaissance art especially from Northern Italy.
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$60
7 - 10 min

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Piazza della Scala
Adjacent to the Teatro alla Scala, this historic square features a monument to Leonardo da Vinci.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Free
Day 2Embracing Nature and Adventure
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$0

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$ 10

Europark Idroscalo Milan
Free-entry attraction combining young children's rides & thrill rides, including a 'horror house'.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
25 - 30 min

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Parco Nord Milano
Repurposed urban oasis with dense forest, flower meadows & waterways on a former industrial site.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Day 3Royal Splendor and Botanical Beauty
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$50

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$ 20

Villa Reale di Monza
Grand neo-classical estate with royal apartments, a chapel, park and gardens, plus guided tours.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$50
23 - 28 min

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Pirelli HangarBicocca
Contemporary art museum in former factory with monumental permanent installations & temporary shows.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
29 - 35 min

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Brera Botanical Garden
Tranquil garden established in 1774 with flowerbeds, ponds & an arboretum with centuries-old trees.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
Day 4Dive into Aquatic Wonders and Theatrical Delights
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$140

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$ 10

Acquario Civico e Stazione Idrobiologica di Milano
Family attraction with native & global aquatic flora & fauna as well as a marine biology library.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$40
6 - 8 min

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Teatro alla Scala
Lavish 18th-century theater famous for Italian opera & ballets, plus a museum & music library.
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$100
Day 5A Cultural Extravaganza and Architectural Marvels
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$50

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$ 10

Gallerie d’Italia
Spacious art museum displaying Italian works from the 19th & 20th centuries in an elegant setting.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$50
8 - 11 min

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Chiesa di Santa Maria presso San Satiro
Elegant church dating from the 15th century, with regular services & an ornate gilded interior.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
20 - 24 min

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Chiaravalle Abbey
Gothic & Romanesque influences are visible in the elegant design of this 12th-century abbey.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
Day 6Unleashing the Automotive Spirit and Natural Serenity
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$50

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$ 20

Alfa Romeo Museum
Museum of Italian car maker Alfa Romeo, with exhibits like a 4D film & vintage & prototype vehicles.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$50
27 - 33 min

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Parco delle Cave
City park on the site of a former quarry, with lakes, running/biking trails & bocce ball courts.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
24 - 29 min

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Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore
Historic 16th-century church & former monastery with vivid biblical-themed artwork & frescoes.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Free
Day 7Journey through History at Sforzesco Castle
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$84

Sforzesco Castle
Huge Medieval-Renaissance fortress with historical museums & art by da Vinci and Michelangelo.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$24
11 - 16 min

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Santa Maria delle Grazie
Terracotta Renaissance church with elaborate Gothic interior, home to Da Vinci's The Last Supper.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$60
Day 8Indulge in Luxury and Leonardo's Legacy
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$112

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Mall housed in a glass-covered 19th-century arcade with luxury clothing brands & upscale dining.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$52
1 - 2 min

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World of Leonardo da Vinci
A showcase of digitally restored paintings & hands-on models of inventions by the Renaissance great.
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$60
Day 9Exploring Contemporary Art and Architectural Gems
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$125

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$ 20

Fondazione Prada
Exhibits of contemporary art in a unique complex of buildings designed by Rem Koolhaas.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$75
21 - 26 min

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Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio
Romanesque church with an elegant courtyard, plus a crypt where St Ambrose's remains are displayed.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
7 - 9 min

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Triennale di Milano
Museum with permanent & temporary design-related exhibits on themes from architecture to furniture.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$50
Day 10A Tribute to Leonardo and the Majestic Duomo
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$156

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$ 10

Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology
Former monastery housing science museum with scale models of da Vinci's submarines & planes.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$60
16 - 20 min

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Duomo di Milano
One of the largest cathedrals in the world, this iconic masterpiece took over 600 years to complete.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$96

Budget breakdown: $974 In total

Activities & Food:$867
Transport:$107