The Basilica of Saint Ambrose (Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio) is one of the oldest and most historic churches in Milan. It’s dedicated to its founder, Saint Ambrose, the patron saint of the city.
San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore is probably the most beautifully decorated church in Milan. It was originally part of the most important female monastery in the city. The monastery has been converted into the Civic Archaeological Museum (Civico Museo Archeologico), but the church is still active and open to visitors.
Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco) is a large castle in Milan. This residence-turned-fortress sits next to Sempione Park and contains several different city museums.
Sempione Park (Parco Sempione) is a large public park in Milan. It opened in 1888 and sits between the Sforza Castle and the Arch of Peace.
Naviglio Grande is a canal in Milan that is now a popular area lined with restaurants and some nightclubs. It runs for nearly 50km from the Porta Ticinese dock, also known as Darsena, to the Ticino River near Tornavento.
The Leonardo da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology (Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci) in Milan is Italy’s largest science and technology museum. It opened in 1953 and is housed in the former monastery of San Vittore al Corpo, which was built in the 16th century.
If visiting Milan, one attraction that should not be missed is Leonardo da Vinci’s original painting, The Last Supper (Il Cenacolo). A UNESCO World Heritage site, the painting is located in the refectory of the convent at Santa Maria delle Grazie.
Before we traveled to Milan, I noticed that Inter were playing Lazio at the iconic Stadio San Siro. I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to attend the game. I went straight to the official Inter website and bought two tickets making sure we would have good seats.
Corso Vittorio Emanuele II is a pedestrianized shopping street in Milan. It leads from Piazza del Duomo to Piazza San Babila and the Quadrilatero d’Oro.
The Quadrilatero d’Oro, also known as the Quadrilatero della Moda, is one of the world’s most exclusive shopping districts. It’s also considered by many experts to be the world’s most important fashion district.