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3 Days in Milan: Exploring the Beauty of Lombardy

Yara Ababneh

Yara Ababneh

2 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day adventure in Milan, Italy's vibrant Lombardy region. Discover the iconic Sforzesco Castle, stroll through the picturesque Parco Sempione, and delve into the wonders of the Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Milan as you visit the majestic Duomo di Milano, explore the artistic treasures of Pinacoteca di Brera, and admire the modern beauty of Piazza Gae Aulenti. Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with architectural marvels, artistic masterpieces, and enchanting gardens.

Trip to Milan

Day 1
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$21

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$ 5

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
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.
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$15
9 - 11 min

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Parco Sempione
Park & gardens landscaped by Emilio Alemagna, with a tower, aquarium, theater & municipal library.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$38

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$ 5

Arco della Pace
Triumphal arch with bas-reliefs & statues, built by Luigi Cagnola on the request of Napoleon.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Teatro alla Scala
Lavish 18th-century theater famous for Italian opera & ballets, plus a museum & music library.
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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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.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$13
12 - 15 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.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$39

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$ 5

Indro Montanelli Gardens
18th-century public gardens, home to the Natural History Museum, Palazzo Dugnani & planetarium.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 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
13 - 20 min

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Pinacoteca di Brera
Graceful palazzo used by Napoleon, with medieval and Renaissance art especially from Northern Italy.
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$15
7 - 9 min

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Piazza Gae Aulenti
Contemporary skyscrapers & shops surround this modern square with fountains & colorful night lights.
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $113 In total

Activities & Food:$98
Transport:$15