Milan: A Journey Through Art and History

Paul Meyer

9 Mar 2024

Embark on an 8-day adventure in Milan, the city of fashion and culture. Discover iconic landmarks, visit world-renowned museums, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this Italian gem. Get ready to be captivated by the beauty of Santa Maria delle Grazie, explore the historic Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio, and indulge in the artistic wonders of the Pinacoteca di Brera. Join us on this unforgettable journey through Milan's rich heritage.

Trip to Milan

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Santa Maria delle Grazie and Sant'Ambrogio

$15

$ 5

Hotel Residence Cenisio

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

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

10 - 15 min

Directions

Romanesque church with an elegant courtyard, plus a crypt where St Ambrose's remains are displayed.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Royal Splendor at Palazzo Reale di Milano and Piazza Gae Aulenti

$13

$ 8

Hotel Residence Cenisio

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

Directions

Sweeping staircases, regal hallways and artistic masterpieces at a grand 18th century palace.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

16 - 20 min

Directions

Contemporary skyscrapers & shops surround this modern square with fountains & colorful night lights.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 3A Creative Escape at Fabbrica del Vapore and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

$13

$ 5

Hotel Residence Cenisio

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Mall housed in a glass-covered 19th-century arcade with luxury clothing brands & upscale dining.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

Day 4Artistic Delights at Pinacoteca di Brera and Fondazione Prada

$34

$ 8

Hotel Residence Cenisio

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

Directions

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

16 - 20 min

Directions

Exhibits of contemporary art in a unique complex of buildings designed by Rem Koolhaas.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$19

Day 5A Night of Elegance at Teatro alla Scala and Colonne di San Lorenzo

$25

$ 8

Hotel Residence Cenisio

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

Directions

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

15 - 18 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 6The Majestic Duomo di Milano and the Serenity of Arco della Pace

$24

$ 8

Hotel Residence Cenisio

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

Directions

One of the largest cathedrals in the world, this iconic masterpiece took over 600 years to complete.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$24

21 - 26 min

Directions

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 7Journey to the Past at Sforzesco Castle and Mudec

$21

$ 8

Hotel Residence Cenisio

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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16 - 20 min

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Restored factory now a sleek museum of art & culture, with rotating exhibitions & a restaurant.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$15

Day 8Revving Up at the Alfa Romeo Museum

$13

$ 5

Hotel Residence Cenisio

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

Budget breakdown: $208 In total

Activities & Food:$157

Transport:$51