Milan in 1, 2 or 3 Days: Perfect Itineraries
Whether you have one day or three, Milan has enough to fill every moment. Here are our curated itineraries to help you see the best of the city.
One Day in Milan: The Essentials
With just 24 hours, focus on Milan's iconic highlights:
Morning (9:00–12:30)
- Duomo di Milano: start at Milan's cathedral — climb to the rooftop terraces for stunning views over the city and (on clear days) the Alps
- Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II: Italy's oldest shopping gallery, with stunning mosaics and luxury brands
- Teatro alla Scala: peek at the exterior of the world's most famous opera house (visit the museum if time allows)
Afternoon (12:30–18:00)
- Lunch: risotto alla milanese at a trattoria near the Duomo
- Santa Maria delle Grazie: see Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper (book weeks in advance!)
- Navigli district: stroll along Milan's canals, browse vintage shops and artisan studios
Evening
- Aperitivo: Milan's ritual — a drink (Spritz, Negroni) with a generous buffet from 18:00
- Dinner: cotoletta alla milanese in a local trattoria
Two Days in Milan: Go Deeper
Add to Day 1:
Day 2 Morning
- Castello Sforzesco: the medieval fortress housing Michelangelo's final sculpture (Pietà Rondanini)
- Parco Sempione: Milan's central park — stroll to the Arco della Pace
- Brera district: the Pinacoteca di Brera (world-class art gallery) plus charming streets with boutiques and cafés
Day 2 Afternoon
- CityLife: Milan's modern side — the Three Towers, shopping, and the park
- Via Montenapoleone / Quadrilatero della Moda: window shopping in the world's fashion capital
Three Days in Milan: The Full Experience
With three days, add the San Siro neighbourhood and beyond:
Day 3
- San Siro Stadium Tour: explore the legendary stadium and museum
- Monte Stella: climb Milan's hill for panoramic views
- San Siro parks: relax in the neighbourhood green spaces
- Museo della Scienza e della Tecnologia: Italy's largest science museum (afternoon)
- Navigli evening: return for a sunset aperitivo along the canals
Getting Around
Milan's public transport system is excellent. Buy a 24h or 48h travel pass for unlimited metro, tram and bus use. From San Siro, the M5 metro takes you to the centre in under 20 minutes.
Money-Saving Tips
- Milano Card: discounts on museums, transport and restaurants
- Free museums: every first Sunday of the month, state museums are free
- Aperitivo buffets: a drink + generous food for €8–12 (basically a cheap dinner)
- Walking: the centre is compact — you can walk between most attractions
Make the Most of Your Milan Days
Our apartments are your comfortable base — well connected, spacious and in a real neighbourhood. See all of Milan, then come home to San Siro.