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In case you weren’t aware already, Milan isn’t just for shopping. Don’t get us wrong, the fashion scene here is the best in Italy (and probably Europe), but this city offers more than just ridiculously fancy threads. Lots more.  Here you’ll find beautiful buildings everywhere you turn, aesthetic Instagrammable spots on every corner, a whole array of great restaurants to get stuck into and some seriously nice bars for cocktails with a view. If you want an hour-by-hour itinerary, check out how we do 48 hours in Milan. But if you simply want to browse all the best things the city has to offer, read on. Here are Milan’s best things to do.  RECOMMENDED:🍴 The best restaurants in Milan🛏 The best hotels in Milan 🏠 The best Airbnbs in Milan📍 The best day trips from Milan This guide was updated by Marianna Cerini, a writer based in Milan. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

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The Milanese look pretty darn good, so it stands to reason that they all happen to be eating pretty well, right? Right. Few cities do good food like this stylish spot in the north of Italy, and gastronomic greatness is found across the city, from neighbourhood trattorias to high-end Michelin magic. Eating a good meal is an integral part of the perfect day in Milan, every bit as important as checking out the famous attractions and indulging in some world-beating shopping. The city kitchens are Milan’s great equalizer, where the celebrity chefs rub shoulders with homely history, and the results are delicious. Here are the best restaurants in Milan. RECOMMENDED: 📍 The best things to do in Milan🚂 The best day trips from Milan🏡 The best Airbnbs in Milan🛏 The best hotels in Milan This guide was last updated by Michelle Schoenung, a writer based in Milan. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

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For food, fashion and culture, everyone knows how great Milan is as a city break. There’s a reason people love it so much, and if you’ve been there, you’ll know what we mean. But if there’s one thing that’s underrated about Milan, it’s how close it is to a load of other great cities. No, seriously. Spend a weekend here and you’re just an hour from a foodie capital, from one of the most famous lakes in the world, and a number of under-the-radar Italian spots you can show off about when you get home. We’ve compiled a list of the best day trips from Milan, all reachable by train in under two hours. Happy exploring! RECOMMENDED:🇮🇹 The best places to visit in Italy📍 The best things to do in Milan🍝 The best restaurants in Milan🛍️ Where to go shopping in Milan🏛️ Must-see attractions in Milan Emma Harper is a writer based in Milan. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

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You might be in the fashion capital for a spot of shopping, or to try out some of the fantastic food on offer. You might be here to admire beautiful buildings, sift through libraries and bathe in magical thermal spas. Whatever you’re planning for your trip, there are some things you simply have to do before you visit Milan. The first? Plan beforehand. And the second? Choose the right place to stay. The area you pitch up in for your trip can have a big impact on your trip, from what food you eat to how you spend your evenings. To make sure you’re in the exact right spot for exploration, we’ve compiled the very best neighbourhoods to stay in Milan.  RECOMMENDED:🏨 The best hotels in Milan🏘️ The best Airbnbs in Milan📍 The best things to do in Milan📷 The most Instagrammable spots in Milan🍴 The best restaurants in Milan Planning your next trip? Check out our latest travel guides, written by local experts.

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After a long day of shopping, sightseeing and soaking up Milan’s culture, there’s only one thing you need. Milan’s incredible restaurants serve up all the Italian delights you can imagine, but sometimes nothing will hit but a fresh-out-the-oven pizza.  Luckily, Milan has got some of the best pizza around. Fresh tomato sauce, buttery mozzarella, chewy, blistered dough wood-fired in the oven. Pizza here is an art, perfected over centuries and still delivering as the absolute best in the business. Here are our favourite pizzas in Milan.  RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in Milan🍸 The best bars in Milan🍝 How to eat like a local in Milan🏨 The best hotels in Milan🏘️ The best Airbnbs in Milan This guide was recently updated by Marianna Cerini, a writer based in Milan. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.  

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It’s easy to follow a few guides and eat at the most recommended places in a city, but if you’re in Milan, you’ll need a step up. In Milan, you’d be doing yourself a disservice not to do your research beforehand, and truly immerse yourself in the foodie culture here. When in Rome, you might do as the Romans do, but in Milan, you’ve got to eat what the Milanese eat.  Well, luckily for you, our experts in Milan do a hell of a lot of eating, and we’re here to give you the inside scoop. Think sweet treats, soft bread and cheesy, meaty main dishes. Think quick lunchtime snacks and hearty dinners. Whatever Milanese food you’re desperate to try, we’ve rounded it all up right here (and exactly where to get it, for good measure). Here are the best local foods to eat in Milan.  RECOMMENDED: 🍴  The best restaurants in Milan🍕  The best pizza in Milan🛍️ Where to go shopping in Milan📸 The most Instagrammable places in Milan🏘️ Where to stay in Milan

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Spent your days strolling through art galleries, snapping fabulously aesthetic photos and shopping till you (hopefully not literally) drop? Sounds like you need a drink. Well, luckily for you, the drinking opportunities in Milan are pretty endless.  Milan’s bar scene has all of the swanky cocktail bars you’re most likely picturing, but it’s no one trip pony; alongside them are basement wine bars, beer haunts and aperitivo counters full of tantalising snacks. On our list we’ve got everything from terraces for an afternoon tipple to late-night spots for a boogie (and then some). Ready? Here are the best bars in Milan.  RECOMMENDED:🛍️ Where to go shopping in Milan🍴 The best restaurants in Milan🍕 The best pizza in Milan🏘️ Where to stay in Milan🏠 The best Airbnbs in Milan Emma Hughes and Angelica Frey are writers from Milan. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

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What is it? Housed in a former tram depot (hence the converted tram), QC Termemilano is a spa in Porta Romana that has several saunas and an elegant tea room on the ground floor.  Is QC Termemilano worth it? Well, it’s not every day that you can enjoy a nice steam in a tram (well, on purpose that is). But here, you can do just that. Downstairs is where the magic happens: in this underground lair there is a warren of stone rooms featuring warm baths, cold baths, geyser pools, a Jacuzzi waterfall and more. Outside, in addition to the tram sauna, there are three warm pools spread out through the garden. Luxuriating in the bubbles, surrounded by Roman ruins, you could easily forget that you’re in the middle of one of Milan’s busiest intersections.    Do you have to book QC Termemilano?  You must book at least 24 hours prior to your visit, but we’d recommend booking in advance. Sessions range from a few hours to a full day (ranging from around €40-70), or you can book day visits with a massage, starting at around €100. Please note that admission prices are subject to change and are dependent on the day and hours.  Time Out tip Don’t miss the face training room, where you can mimic a woman on screen as she pokes and prods her face, which is equal parts silly and invigorating. The fragrant lotions add a whiff of elegance to the whole affair. This review was fact-checked and updated in 2024.  📍 Discover more of the best things to do in Milan

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Sure, it’s got a bit of a reputation, but don’t be intimidated by Milan. Anyone who loves great restaurants, Instagram-worthy buildings and at least a bit of shopping will have an absolute blast in Milan, but to save you the stress, there are a few things you should know before you go. Our Milan experts have rounded up all the best tips and tricks to make you an expert in all things Milan living, from what time to drink coffee and the best negroni you can order to how to make sure you get to see Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper in the flesh. Here are our top travel tips for visiting Milan.  RECOMMENDED:🍝 How to eat like a local in Milan🍕 Where to eat the best pizza in Milan🚆 How to navigate public transport in Milan📍 The best things to do in Milan🏘️ The best Airbnbs in Milan Liz Humphreys is a writer based in Milan. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

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Milan is a great city break, but it’s definitely not the easiest city to get around in. And there’s so many things to do, you’re sort of bound to lose your way a bit at some point. Luckily, its transport system is simple to get on board with (with a few tips).  Italy’s shopping capital has an easy-to-use, well-integrated public transportation system covering four metro lines (M1, M2, M3 and M5, logically), trams and buses, with affordable tickets and passes available. Our local writers have used it many, many times, so they’re well qualified to give you advice. Here’s how to do transport in Milan.  RECOMMENDED:⏱ How to spend the perfect weekend in Milan🍴 The best restaurants in Milan🛏 The best hotels in Milan 🏠 The best Airbnbs in Milan Emma Harper is a writer based in Milan. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.