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What to see in Milan in 4 days

4 days 16 experiences 8 where to eat from 10€

4-day itinerary for Milan (Italy) tailored to your budget: what to see, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets with booking links. Build your personalized plan for free.

Practical info · Milan

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Best time to visitSpring & autumn
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Ideal length2 days
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BudgetHigh · €€€
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Getting aroundMetro & walking
Known forShopping, art and modern life

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Day 1Historic Centre

Duomo Terraces
Duomo Terraces
Climb up to the cathedral terraces to walk among its Gothic pinnacles.
from 15€
Sforza Castle (interior and museums)
Sforza Castle (interior and museums)
Renaissance fortress housing art collections, including the Rondanini Pietà.
from 10€
Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio
One of the oldest churches in Milan, an example of Lombard Romanesque.
Free
Duomo Cathedral
Imposing Gothic cathedral with panoramic rooftop terraces.
from 15€
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Elegant covered shopping arcade from the 19th century.
Free
La Scala Theatre
La Scala Theatre
Famous opera house with a historic museum.
from 12€
Free Walking Tour of Milan
Guided walking tour through the center of Milan.
Free
🍽️ Gran Caffè Visconteo
Café for a quick stop.
~11€
🍽️ Bar Duomo
Café for a quick stop.
~14€

Day 2Brera

Brera Art Gallery (admission)
Gallery with Italian painting masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio and Mantegna.
from 16€
Da Vinci's The Last Supper
Leonardo's celebrated fresco in Santa Maria delle Grazie.
from 15€
Brera Art Gallery
Brera Art Gallery
Large collection of Italian Renaissance and Baroque painting.
from 15€
Sforzesco Castle
Sforzesco Castle
Renaissance fortress with museums and works by Michelangelo.
from 10€
🍽️ Bar Brera
Café for a quick stop.
~8€
🍽️ Bacco di Brera
Italian cuisine.
~16€

Day 3Navigli

Navigli District
Navigli District
Picturesque canals with bars, restaurants and nightlife.
Free
Basilica of San Lorenzo
Basilica of San Lorenzo
Ancient early Christian basilica with Roman columns.
Free
Boat ride along the canals
Relaxing boat ride along the historic canals.
from 18€
🍽️ Ponticello
Local cuisine.
~21€
🍽️ Officina 12
steakhouse cuisine.
~31€

Day 4Porta Nuova and Garibaldi

Bosco Verticale and Piazza Gae Aulenti
Bosco Verticale and Piazza Gae Aulenti
Residential skyscrapers covered in vegetation in the modern Porta Nuova district.
Free
Monumental Cemetery of Milan
Museum-like cemetery with sculptures and mausoleums from the 19th and 20th centuries.
Free
🍽️ Osteria dei Vecchi Sapori
Italian cuisine.
~21€
🍽️ Bar Nilo
Café for a quick stop.
~8€

💡 Indicative prices. The current price is shown when you book on Civitatis.

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Frequently asked questions about Milan

How many days do I need to see Milan?

With 4 days you can see the must-sees of Milan. Our tool organizes each day by area so you don't waste time getting around.

When is the best time to visit Milan?

The best time to visit Milan is spring and autumn. That said, Trip Planner builds your itinerary for any season and adapts it to your pace.

How do you get around Milan?

The easiest way is to combine the metro with walking; the network links the main sights in just a few minutes. Plus, our plan groups each day by area so you barely waste time getting around.

How much does it cost to visit Milan?

It depends on your budget. With Trip Planner you set how much you want to spend per day and the plan adapts, combining free and paid activities.

Where can I buy skip-the-line tickets?

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