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7 Days in Milan: A Journey Through Art, History, and Innovation

Aya Mahmoud

6 Dec 2023

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Embark on a week-long adventure in Milan, the fashion capital of Italy. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture as you explore iconic landmarks like Palazzo Reale di Milano and Duomo di Milano. Discover the city's artistic side at Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Pinacoteca di Brera. Get a taste of innovation at Generali Tower and Fondazione Prada. From ancient marvels to modern wonders, Milan has it all!

Trip to Milan

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Majestic Royalty and Divine Masterpieces

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$28

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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

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$13

11 - 14 min

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Santa Maria delle Grazie

Terracotta Renaissance church with elaborate Gothic interior, home to Da Vinci's The Last Supper.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$15

Day 2A Fusion of Architecture, Fashion, and Art

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$32

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$ 5

Generali Tower

Striking, twisted tower by architect Zaha Hadid, opened in 2017 & with a shopping mall at its base.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

17 - 21 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 - 12:00 PM

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$13

19 - 23 min

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Fondazione Prada

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$19

Day 3Opera and Gothic Grandeur

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$49

Teatro alla Scala

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

8 - 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.

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$24

Day 4Castles, Design, and Contemporary Art

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$19

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

7 - 10 min

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Triennale di Milano

Museum with permanent & temporary design-related exhibits on themes from architecture to furniture.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$13

Day 5Industrial Marvels and Royal Splendor

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$13

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$ 3

Pirelli HangarBicocca

Contemporary art museum in former factory with monumental permanent installations & temporary shows.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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Villa Reale di Monza

Grand neo-classical estate with royal apartments, a chapel, park and gardens, plus guided tours.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$13

Day 6Ancient Basilicas, Art Galleries, and Vertical Forests

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$15

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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

14 - 17 min

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Pinacoteca di Brera

Graceful palazzo used by Napoleon, with medieval and Renaissance art especially from Northern Italy.

10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$15

11 - 14 min

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Bosco Verticale

Trees, shrubs, perennials & ground cover line the facade of these 2 residential towers.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 7Unleashing the Genius of Leonardo and Alfa Romeo

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$28

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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

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$15

28 - 34 min

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Alfa Romeo Museum

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

Budget breakdown: $199 In total

Activities & Food:$182

Transport:$17