Milan is Italy's fashion and design capital, with a Gothic cathedral, Leonardo's Last Supper, La Scala opera and an aperitivo scene. It is also the gateway to Lake Como and the Alps.
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Best: April, May, June, September, October, November
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How long to stay
2–4 days is the sweet spot.
Flight time
About 8.5h from the US East Coast, 2h from Europe, 9.5h from South Asia.
Good to know
- Book The Last Supper weeks in advance; slots sell out.
- August is quiet as locals leave; many restaurants close.
- The center is compact; trams and metro connect everything.
Plan a trip to Milan
Pick your dates and Offdays builds a day-by-day itinerary from Milan's best places.
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