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Milan: A Journey Through Art and History

Aiga Paegle

Aiga Paegle

18 Dec 2023

Discover the vibrant city of Milan, where ancient marvels meet modern wonders. Immerse yourself in the world-renowned Teatro alla Scala and explore the elegant Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Uncover the secrets of the majestic Palazzo Reale di Milano and soak in the grandeur of Piazza della Scala. Get lost in the contemporary art at Mudec and marvel at the magnificent Duomo di Milano. Experience the artistic treasures at Pinacoteca di Brera and pay homage to the Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio. Visit the iconic Sforzesco Castle and witness the passion of San Siro Stadium. Conclude your journey with a visit to the awe-inspiring Santa Maria delle Grazie and the Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology.

Trip to Milan

Day 1Theatrical Extravaganza and Architectural Splendor
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$38

Teatro alla Scala
Lavish 18th-century theater famous for Italian opera & ballets, plus a museum & music library.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$25
4 - 5 min

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Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Mall housed in a glass-covered 19th-century arcade with luxury clothing brands & upscale dining.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$13
Day 2Royal Grandeur and Cultural Delights
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$13

Palazzo Reale di Milano
Sweeping staircases, regal hallways and artistic masterpieces at a grand 18th century palace.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
8 - 11 min

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Piazza della Scala
Adjacent to the Teatro alla Scala, this historic square features a monument to Leonardo da Vinci.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Contemporary Art and Gothic Majesty
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$39

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$ 3

Mudec
Restored factory now a sleek museum of art & culture, with rotating exhibitions & a restaurant.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
18 - 22 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.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$24
Day 4Artistic Masterpieces and Spiritual Serenity
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$15

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$ 3

Pinacoteca di Brera
Graceful palazzo used by Napoleon, with medieval and Renaissance art especially from Northern Italy.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$15
9 - 11 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.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 5Historic Fortress and Football Fervor
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$38

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$ 3

Sforzesco Castle
Huge Medieval-Renaissance fortress with historical museums & art by da Vinci and Michelangelo.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$6
20 - 24 min

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San Siro Stadium
A.C. & Inter Milan's home ground with regular soccer matches, plus museum and stadium tours.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$32
Day 6Renaissance Beauty and Scientific Wonders
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$30

Santa Maria delle Grazie
Terracotta Renaissance church with elaborate Gothic interior, home to Da Vinci's The Last Supper.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
5 - 8 min

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Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology
Former monastery housing science museum with scale models of da Vinci's submarines & planes.
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$15

Budget breakdown: $180 In total

Activities & Food:$173
Transport:$8