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Milan in 4 Days: A Journey through Art, History, and Architecture

Camille

Camille

16 Dec 2023

Join me on an unforgettable adventure through Milan, where we'll explore stunning palaces, visit world-renowned museums, and marvel at architectural wonders. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich culture and vibrant atmosphere of this Italian gem!

Day 1Royal Splendor, High-End Shopping, and Vertical Forests
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$26

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$ 3

Palazzo Reale di Milano
Sweeping staircases, regal hallways and artistic masterpieces at a grand 18th century palace.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$13
7 - 10 min

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Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Mall housed in a glass-covered 19th-century arcade with luxury clothing brands & upscale dining.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$13
14 - 17 min

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Bosco Verticale
Trees, shrubs, perennials & ground cover line the facade of these 2 residential towers.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Free
Day 2Gothic Grandeur, Opera Magic, and Contemporary Art
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$64

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$ 3

Duomo di Milano
One of the largest cathedrals in the world, this iconic masterpiece took over 600 years to complete.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$24
8 - 11 min

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Teatro alla Scala
Lavish 18th-century theater famous for Italian opera & ballets, plus a museum & music library.
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
$25
18 - 22 min

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Mudec
Restored factory now a sleek museum of art & culture, with rotating exhibitions & a restaurant.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
$15
Day 3Unleashing the Genius of Leonardo and Conquering a Medieval Fortress
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$21

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$ 3

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
$15
11 - 14 min

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Sforzesco Castle
Huge Medieval-Renaissance fortress with historical museums & art by da Vinci and Michelangelo.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$6
Day 4Divine Masterpieces, Design Delights, and Artistic Treasures
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$43

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$ 3

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
$15
11 - 16 min

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Triennale di Milano
Museum with permanent & temporary design-related exhibits on themes from architecture to furniture.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$13
10 - 12 min

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Pinacoteca di Brera
Graceful palazzo used by Napoleon, with medieval and Renaissance art especially from Northern Italy.
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$15

Budget breakdown: $163 In total

Activities & Food:$153
Transport:$10