Milan, Italy Attractions

Milan'smost famous artistic and religious monument, Duomo Cathedral known as the Dome  is a Gothic masterpiece that took nearly 600 years to build. The crystalline beauty of the cathedral's marble exterior with its towering spires makes it a breathtaking attraction in Milan. Climb the stairs to the roof to see the gargoyles and statues up close and enjoy amazing views of the city. The third largest Catholic cathedral in the world, the Duomo features the Duomo Museum and the Musical Chapel. Visit www.duomomilano.it

Opened in 1778,Teatro alla Scala is a Milan's legendary opera house where wonderful operas have delighted the people of Milan for over 300 years. Home to La Scala di Milano Opera Company, the theater is the most beloved cultural venue in Milan, presenting opera, ballet, orchestra and concert performances and cultural events. Enjoy a "behind-the-scenes" tour to uncover the gems of La Scala - the celebrated La Scala stage, the royal box, the restored auditorium and the impressive chandelier. The Theatre Museum displays famous musical instruments, paintings and busts of the prima donnas of the Golden Age of La Scala. For operas, ballets and concerts.
visit www.teatroallascala.org.

One of the most breathtaking attractions in Milan, Monumental Cemetery is an awe-inspiring and peaceful cemetery noted for its artistic and ornamental tombs. Built in 1866, the cemetery is filled with contemporary and classical Italian sculptures, Greek temples, elaborate obelisks, and original works such as a scaled-down version of Trajan's ColumnMore like an art garden, the beautiful cemetery is the sacred ground for the tombs of famous industrialist dynasties. The main entrance is a massive Neo-Medieval style building of marble and stone that contains the tombs of the city's most honored citizens. The Palanti Chapel features a monument commemorating the 800 Milanese citizens who were killed in Nazi concentration camps. Near the entrance is an exhibit of prints, photographs, and maps outlining its history, and discreet posters throughout the cemetery point to the most remarkable tombs and monuments.

Milan's evocative and artsy Brera district is a shopping haven and home to many artists and bohemians. Walk down Brera's fashionable narrow streets to interesting boutiques, art galleries, and antique shops. The Brera District is famous for its unique art galleries and fashion boutiques. Stroll over to the Dome the symbol of Milan, the legendary La Scala theatre, Milan's historic opera house, and Palazzo Reale with its art exhibitions.

Located in the exclusive Garibaldi area, Corso Como is Milan's most glamorous and fashionable pedestrian-only street for shopping and nightlife. Known as "the fashion city" the chic Corso Como area features beautiful historic buildings that house stores, restaurants and bars. Enjoy shopping at Corso Como 10, the most famous Italian Concept Store, and discover designer boutiques such as Boule de Neiges, Anteprima, Pinko, Alain Mikli, and Who's Who. Experience the festive Corso Como nightlife at cool restaurants, bars and clubs. Al fresco restaurants and open-air bars attract a hip, international crowd during the summer.

Commonly referred to as the San Siro, Stadio Giuseppe Meazza is a football stadium in the San Siro district in Milan, Italy. Home of the A.C. Milan and F.C. Internazionale Milano professional Italian football clubs, San Siro Stadium is named in honour of Giuseppe Meazza, two-time World Cup winner (1934, 1938) who played in the 1930s and 1940s. The stadium hosts games for the Italian national team and has hosted the 2001, 1970 and 1965 UEFA Champions League finals and 1990 World Cup. Today the stadium also presents a concerts and events.
Visit www.sansiro.net.

The  most bold and innovative theater venue in Milan, Teatro Ciak presents provocative stage shows, performance art, concerts and a diverse program of drama, music, comedy, cabaret, satire and crime plays. The skillful and artistic shows at the Ciak Theatre are very popular among locals and travellers. For tickets.  visit www.teatrociak.it.

A UNESCO World Heritage site, Santa Maria delle Grazie ("Holy Mary of Grace") is a l church and Dominican convent in Milan, Italy. The breathtaking church is the sacred house of the mural of the Last Supper painted by Leonardo da Vinci in the refectory of the convent from 1494 to 1497. Rebuilt it in 1909 in neo-Gothic style, the magnificent church preserves da Vinci's masterpiece and features beautiful stained-glass windows. To purchase tickets to the Last Supper. visit www.cenacolovinciano.net.

Located on the outskirts of Milan, the newFieramilano is a cutting-edge convention and exhibition complex with eight huge pavilions with 345,000 square meters of indoor exhibition space and 60,000 sq. meters of outdoor space for trade shows, conventions, conferences, and expos. Fieramilano offers excellent facilities, advanced technology, parking and direct access to the Milan underground which goes right into the complex. With its spectacular architecture, high-tech functionality and enormous size, Fieramilano is one of the top international trade show and exhibition venues in the world.

The fashion soul of Italy, Milan is heaven with trendy shopping districts and streets with high-fashion shops, boutiques and emporia. Home to the flagship stores of designers, such as Armani, Krizia, Versace, Ermenegildo Zegna, Missoni, Moschino, Mila Schon, Quadrilatero d'Oro (Golden Quadrilateral), is a fashion frontier with four main streets - Via Montenapoleone, Via Della Spiga, Via Borgospesso, and Via Sant'Andrea - lined with chic boutiques and fashion outlets. Cruise lively neighborhoods like Corso Buenos Aires, Corso Vittorio Emanuele and Paolo Sarpi (Milan's Chinatown). Browse the artsy Brera District, with art galleries and an antiques market, or wander the flea market at the San Donato Metro stop with handicrafts from many regions of Italy.