Your Perfect 3-Day Itinerary for Milan
Shop and sightsee in Milan, Italy's fast-paced metropolis recognized globally for its high fashion, spectacular Duomo, and Da Vinci's Last Supper.
Milan has major airports (Malpensa, Linate) and is a top Italian rail hub. The Metro and trams make getting around easy; the centre is compact. Spring and autumn are pleasant; avoid August when many locals are away. Book the Last Supper and Duomo terraces well in advance—they sell out. Allow time for the Quadrilatero della Moda, Navigli, and a day trip to Lake Como. Milan is more business-like than Rome or Florence but rewards visitors with art, design, and excellent food.
Discover the best landmarks, where to eat, and where to stay in Milan.
Best Time to Visit Milan
Spring
19°C / 9°C
Mild and pleasant
Summer
30°C / 19°C
Hot and humid
Fall
19°C / 11°C
Cool and foggy, fashion week season
Winter
8°C / 1°C
Cold and crisp, elegant winter vibe
Packing Lists for Milan
See exactly what to pack for your trip — filtered by season and travel style.
Day 1
Duomo di Milano
One of the largest cathedrals in the world, this iconic masterpiece took over 600 years to complete.
Morning activity: Duomo di Milano.
Luini Panzerotti
Popular, decades-old bakery selling panzerotti turnovers with sweet & savory fillings.
Lunch nearby: Luini Panzerotti.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Mall housed in a glass-covered 19th-century arcade with luxury clothing brands & upscale dining.
Afternoon sightseeing: Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
Cracco
Celebrity chef's chic restaurant with a fine-dining menu of classic Milanese dishes with a twist.
Dinner in the area: Cracco.
Navigli Aperitivo
Evening experience: Navigli Aperitivo.
Day 2
The Last Supper
Leonardo da Vinci's mural masterpiece, The Last Supper, painted in the late 15th century.
Morning activity: The Last Supper.
Eataly Milano Smeraldo
Lunch nearby: Eataly Milano Smeraldo.
Sforzesco Castle
Huge Medieval-Renaissance fortress with historical museums & art by da Vinci and Michelangelo.
Afternoon sightseeing: Sforzesco Castle.
Trattoria Milanese
Traditional Milanese/Lombard dishes, served in a beamed dining room with old-world ambience.
Dinner in the area: Trattoria Milanese.
Teatro alla Scala
Lavish 18th-century theater famous for Italian opera & ballets, plus a museum & music library.
Evening experience: Teatro alla Scala.
Day 3
Brera District
Morning activity: Brera District.
Armani Nobu
Sleek, minimalist chain restaurant, for creative Japanese fare & sushi, in an Armani-designed space.
Lunch nearby: Armani Nobu.
Quadrilatero della Moda
Afternoon sightseeing: Quadrilatero della Moda.
Terrazza Aperol
Modern bar with a terrace featuring local dishes, burgers & desserts, plus cathedral views.
Dinner in the area: Terrazza Aperol.
Lake Como Day Trip
Evening experience: Lake Como Day Trip.
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