Milan

Milan is Italy's city of the future, a fast-paced metropolis where money talks, creativity is big business and looking good is an art form.

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Best Things to Do

Forget all the stereotypes you may have heard about Milan being industrial and boring, and get ready to explore museums, churches and more.

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Transportation

Getting around Milan needn't be a headache even during rush hour. Here's our guide to navigating the fashion capital by bus, bike and train.

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Free Things to Do

Milan may be Italy's most expensive city but its many free attractions are easy on your wallet.

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Best Neighborhoods

One of Italy’s most cosmopolitan cities, Milan is a collection of vastly different neighborhoods, each with its own spirit and character. 

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Day Trips

Milan is the portal to a whole region of culture, fine food and even finer scenery. From lakes to monasteries, here are the best day trips from Milan.

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5 Shops

Beyond high fashion, Milan brims with funky independent shops. Here are five of the best ones.

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