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

Sharon Forero

22 Oct 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure in Milan, Lombardy, Italy. Explore iconic landmarks like the Duomo di Milano and Sforzesco Castle, indulge in delicious Italian cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of this magnificent city.

Trip to Milan

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$36

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$ 5

Vapore 1928 | coffee lunch & cocktail bar

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

3 - 4 min

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Fabbrica del Vapore

Train/tram factory converted into an art complex embracing music, theater & dance, plus a cinema.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Arco della Pace

Triumphal arch with bas-reliefs & statues, built by Luigi Cagnola on the request of Napoleon.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$64

Galleria Restaurant & Pizza

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$34

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.

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$30

Day 3

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$62

Giacomo Caffè

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

8 - 12 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.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$48

Day 4

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$16

Armani/Bamboo Bar

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

5 - 8 min

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Brera Botanical Garden

Tranquil garden established in 1774 with flowerbeds, ponds & an arboretum with centuries-old trees.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Indro Montanelli Gardens

18th-century public gardens, home to the Natural History Museum, Palazzo Dugnani & planetarium.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 5

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$26

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$ 5

Chiosco Squadre Calcio

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

4 - 6 min

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Sforzesco Castle

Huge Medieval-Renaissance fortress with historical museums & art by da Vinci and Michelangelo.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$12

10 - 12 min

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Colonne di San Lorenzo

Archeological site made up of 16 Roman marble columns, next to remains of an amphitheater and baths.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 6

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$36

Buns

Art Burger & Good Life

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

5 - 8 min

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Parrocchia di S. Giovanni Battista - Duomo di Monza

Centuries-old church with a marble facade & ornate frescoes, plus a treasury of religious relics.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 7

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$48

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$ 5

Pasticceria Ranieri

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

10 - 15 min

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Parco Sempione

Park & gardens landscaped by Emilio Alemagna, with a tower, aquarium, theater & municipal library.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 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.

11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

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$30

Day 8

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$41

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$ 5

Le Garbine

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

11 - 14 min

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Alfa Romeo Museum

Museum of Italian car maker Alfa Romeo, with exhibits like a 4D film & vintage & prototype vehicles.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

Budget breakdown: $349 In total

Activities & Food:$329

Transport:$20