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Discover the Magic of Milan: A 5-Day Itinerary

Annemarie Oer

Annemarie Oer

27 Sep 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Milan, Italy's fashion capital. Explore historic landmarks, vibrant districts, and artistic treasures in this 5-day itinerary designed for solo travelers.

Trip to Milan

Day 1
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$27

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$ 5

Colonne di San Lorenzo
Archeological site made up of 16 Roman marble columns, next to remains of an amphitheater and baths.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Mall housed in a glass-covered 19th-century arcade with luxury clothing brands & upscale dining.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$25
9 - 14 min

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Brera District
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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$2
Day 2
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$63

Duomo di Milano
One of the largest cathedrals in the world, this iconic masterpiece took over 600 years to complete.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$63
Day 3
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$0

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$ 5

Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio
Romanesque church with an elegant courtyard, plus a crypt where St Ambrose's remains are displayed.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Indro Montanelli Gardens
18th-century public gardens, home to the Natural History Museum, Palazzo Dugnani & planetarium.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$0

Parco Sempione
Park & gardens landscaped by Emilio Alemagna, with a tower, aquarium, theater & municipal library.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Arco della Pace
Triumphal arch with bas-reliefs & statues, built by Luigi Cagnola on the request of Napoleon.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$60

World of Leonardo da Vinci
A showcase of digitally restored paintings & hands-on models of inventions by the Renaissance great.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$30
8 - 11 min

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Pinacoteca di Brera
Graceful palazzo used by Napoleon, with medieval and Renaissance art especially from Northern Italy.
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
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$30

Budget breakdown: $160 In total

Activities & Food:$150
Transport:$10