Milan by train
Discover Milan
Milan, Italy’s fashion capital, is known for its Gothic Duomo and art treasures. Leonardo da Vinci’s 'The Last Supper' at Santa Maria delle Grazie and the Sforza Castle are cultural highlights, while Brera district charms with art galleries and boutiques. Milan’s sophisticated shopping scene is unmatched, with Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II offering luxury stores under a stunning glass dome. This elegant city balances its historic landmarks with modern style.
Explore neighbourhoods in Milan
Neighbourhoods in and around Milan
Holidays by land and sea
Milan train holidays
Short break to Milan
Milan, Florence, Bologna
A short jaunt to Milan ticks all the boxes for the perfect city break by train.
Discover Milan
Milan, Florence, Bologna, Munich
Get under the skin of Milan on an overland journey by train through Italy, with time to discover the city sites and venture out into lesser-known suburbs.
Multi-stop adventure through Milan
Munich, Bologna, Florence, Milan, Zürich
Travel through Italy on a multi-stop adventure to Milan, complete with scenic trains, locally-owned stays, and places that reveal the wonder of journeying overland.
Tuscan loop
Turin, Chambery, Pisa, Milan, Zürich, Florence
The most scenic route to Italy is by way of the UNESCO Rhaetian Railway, one of the most spectacular mountain railways in the world.
Italian cities by sleeper train
Turin, Rome, Basel, Zürich, Naples
Wake up to Naples. This trip will see you stop off in Turin, with an overnight journey on the InterCityNotte sleeper train through Italy, before heading back home via Rome and Zürich.
Liguria by rail
Milan, Santa Margherita Ligure, Cassis, Genoa, Paris
With plenty of opportunities for stops along the Cote d’Azur, stay in Liguria for the beautiful seaside and great hikes.
Italian art cities
Milan, Zürich, Florence, Paris, Venice
Walk the halls of the Palazzo Morando in the fashion capital, marvel at the Venetian masters, and rub shoulders with the Medici family at the Uffizi.
Break to Milan
Milan, Zürich, Paris
Fashion capital, thriving financial hub and home to some of Europe’s best nightlife. Go for the Duomo, stay for off-beat museums and underground bars.
Italy's foodie hotspots
Turin, Chambery, Bologna, Rome, Milan, Naples, Paris
Because food is culture. Discover the slow-food movement in Turin, and taste your way through the birthplace of Pizza and the proud home of Bolognese.
Activities and neighbourhoods in Milan
Duomo di Milano
Marvel at the views from the rooftop of Milan’s Duomo, Italy’s largest church. This iconic Gothic masterpiece, built over centuries in a mix of grand styles, is a must-see for its intricate detail.
La Vigna di Leonardo
Head to the outskirts of the city to visit La Vigna di Leonardo, Leonardo Da Vinci's small vineyard, which is housed in the peaceful gardens of Casa degli Atellani, a 15th-century mansion.
Castello Sforzesco
Visit the striking Castello Sforzesco (Sforza's Castle) and the surrounding Sempione Park for a peaceful afternoon wandering through vast castle rooms and relaxing by the lake.
The Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci
Da Vinci's The Last Supper is a Milan highlight, still in its original spot on the Santa Maria delle Grazie convent wall. Book ahead to see this iconic masterpiece at Museo del Cenacolo Vinciano.
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