Things to do in Milan
What to see at Lake Como, the pleasure of sailing among beautiful villas
Lake Como, only 50 kilometres from Milan, offers landscapes, charming villages, and exclusive villas. Get to know its most interesting places.
San Siro: the home stadium of Milan’s two biggest football teams
The San Siro is something of a rarity in the world of football, in that it is the home ground for two rival teams from the same city: Inter Milan and AC Milan.
The Milan Cathedral, the treasure of the fashion city
Milan’s striking Duomo is one of the most magnificent monuments in all of Italy. This cathedral is a must-see in the city of fashion.
Lake Garda, practically a sea between the Alps and the Padan Plain
Lake Garda is the largest freshwater lake in Italy, a place where the Milanese escape to enjoy its abundant nature.
What to see in Pavia, a medieval city bursting with art
Pavia is one of the most eye-catching medieval cities in northern Italy and exploring its streets and discovering its dozens of artistic monuments is an utter delight.
Where to eat in Milan: risotto and other delights
Milan is a great city for eating out thanks to a wide variety of high quality, elegant restaurants. But as always, everything comes with a price.
Lake Maggiore, a tour of its towns and islands
Lake Maggiore is one of the most magical places in northern Italy, and provides a fabulous excursion from Milan.
Santa Maria delle Grazie, home of da Vinci’s “The Last Supper”
Located in the centre of Milan, the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie is a must see for a da Vinci masterpiece.
The Cenacolo Vinciano [The Last Supper], Da Vinci’s masterpiece, is in Milan
It is well worth visiting Milan to see Da Vinci’s The Last Supper, or Il Cenacolo Vinciano. We discuss the painting’s history and its artistic excellence — and reveal its secret code.
What to see in the Dolomites: wonders and challenges in the high mountains
Among Italy’s Alpine massifs, the Dolomites steal the show with their peaks reaching over 3,000 metres, their spectacular landscape, and their plant and animal life.