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Milan the city of fashion, the most glamorous city in Italy and one of the most visited. It is a very large and industrialized city, perfect for living or a getaway at any time of the year.
How to get to Milan?
Milan is the financial center of Italy and the second most important city in the country. Therefore, getting to it will not be a problem for anyone. Now, once you land at any of its three airports, you must know how to get to the city center.
Milan has three airports: Milan Malpensa International Airport, Milan Linate International Airport and Orio al Serio International Airport, actually located in Bergamo.
Bus:
Malpensa: You have the option of moving from the airport to the Milan train station using the different bus services. There are two companies that offer these services, Malpensa Shuttle and Autostradale/Malpensa Bus Express. The price of this journey usually costs approximately €10.
Linate: The ATM 73 and X73 bus lines connect Linate Airport with Piazza San Babila, located a few steps from the Duomo. The duration of the journey is 30 minutes and the cost is €1.50. It is important to know that, in order to get on this bus, you must previously purchase the ticket at the kiosks, bars or tobacconists inside the airport. There is also a private company that offers this service, Starfly. This bus travels to Milan central train station, the trip duration is 30 minutes and the cost is €5.
Orio al Serio (Bergamo): The bus is the most comfortable means of transport to get from Orio al Serio Airport to the center of Milan. There are different private companies that provide this service, such as Terravision, Orioshuttle or Autostradale.
Train:
Malpensa: There is a train service, called Malpensa Express, that connects the airport with the Cardona station, in the heart of the city. This trip lasts approximately 40 minutes and costs 13€.
Orio al Serio (Bergamo): An alternative to private bus companies is to take the public transport bus, which takes you from the airport to the Bergamo train station. Once at Bergamo station, you can take a regional train to Milan. This last journey lasts 50 minutes and usually costs around €5.50.
Taxi:
Malpensa: The taxi is another of the options available to get to the city center, although the most expensive of all. Taxis are parked at gate 6 of Terminal 1, or at gate 4 of Terminal 2.
Linate: The price of the taxi service will depend on the schedule, traffic, final destination, etc. It is not advisable to take a taxi during rush hour (from 07:00 to 09:00 and from 17:00 to 19:00).
Orio al Serio (Bergamo): The taxi takes 1 hour to take us to the center of Milan. The rate to be applied will vary depending on traffic or time of the day.
Living in Milan
What is the cost of living in Milan?
To live well in Milan, you will need approximately €1,400 per month. The rent for a furnished studio in a normal area of the city is around €800 per month, to which you will have to add around another €100 for water, electricity and electricity costs. To give you an idea, a short consultation with a private doctor in Milan is around €80, a dinner for two in a neighborhood bar is usually around €40 and a half-liter mug of beer will cost you around €5. You can better check the price of different products and services in Milan on websites such as Expatistan or Vivirenn.
What are the best neighborhoods in Milan?
At Lodgerin you can book accommodation in the best neighborhoods in Milan:
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How to move around Milan?
Although Milan is not a very large city and can be easily explored on foot, if you are staying in an area a little far from the center, you will probably need to use public transport.
Metro: Although it only has 4 lines, the Milan metro is the largest in Italy. Tickets can be purchased at the metro stops, at kiosks and tobacconists, although it is advisable to purchase a pass if you are going to use the metro regularly. The activity hours are from 06:00 to 00:30.
Bus: Milan has more than 80 day bus lines and 15 night bus lines. Night bus tickets can be purchased directly on the bus, while day bus tickets must be purchased in advance at metro stops, kiosks or tobacconists.
Tram: Milan has 18 tram lines through which trams numbered 1 to 33 pass. In the same way as with the metro, tickets can be purchased at the metro stops themselves, at kiosks and at tobacconists. The tram's operating hours are from 05:00 to 2:30.
The fare system used by ATM Milano is divided into 9 Fare Zones. Depending on the areas you use, the ticket or pass will cost more or less.
It must be taken into account that you can carry luggage that does not exceed 50cm. If it is between 50-90cm you will need an additional ticket. Luggage exceeding 90cm is not permitted.
What are the best universities in Milan?
Italy receives thousands of Erasmus students every year and Milan has some of the best universities and, above all, design schools. These are some of the universities in the city where you can study:
Politecnico di Milano
It is one of the most famous universities in Milan, specializing mainly in engineering degrees.
IED
It is one of the main design schools in Italy and has a campus in Milan. It is at the top of the list of Italian design schools and is a leader in the creative field.
ISAD Design
This school is not only dedicated to design, but is also one of the best architecture schools in Milan.
Bocconi University
This is, without a doubt, the most famous private university in the city. It includes some of the best professors in the country specialized in careers dedicated to business.
Tourism in Milan
What are the best parks in Milan?
To enjoy a sunny day, take a walk, be in contact with nature, play sports or spend an afternoon with friends, Milan has 54 great parks to visit. Some of the best known are:Sempione Park: in this park you can play sports, take a bike ride along its paths or sit and have a drink on one of its terraces.
- Parco delle Cave: It is the third largest park in the city and is not fenced, so it can be accessed at any time of the day.
- Villa Real Gardens: They are located in front of Porta Venezia and form an oasis in the heart of the city. The most characteristic thing about these gardens is its incredible pond.
- Forlanini Park: It is located in front of the Milan – Linate airport and has a great variety of birds and fish that make it a perfect option to get in touch with nature. In addition, it is also one of the parks most chosen by the city's athletes to go running.
What monuments and historical sites does Milan have?
Milan is the second most important city in Italy after the country's capital, Rome. The city has a great historical wealth and has the same number of museums as churches:
Duomo
Without a doubt, the most notable monument in all of Milan is its cathedral, better known as Duomo. This gothic cathedral is renowned for its intricate facade, impressive spires, and extensive collection of statues
Vittorio Emanuele II Gallery
Also known as The Milan Salon, it is a large shopping gallery that was designed in the 19th century and where, today, you can find some of the most luxurious brand stores in the world.
The Sforzesco Castle
It is located in the heart of Milan's old town and you can currently find an art gallery inside, although, at the time, it was a fortress during the 14th century.
Monumental Cemetery of Milan
It is one of the largest cemeteries in the city next to the Cimiterio Maggiore and stands out for the large number of artistic tombs. Also, the best thing about this place is that it is completely outdoors, so entry is completely free.
What museums are there in Milan?
Milan is a city full of art and history, and museum tickets are usually quite reasonably priced. Some of the museums you can visit are:
- Pinacoteca di Brera: It has one of the best art collections in all of Italy, with works by such famous artists as Raphael and Caravaggio.
- Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie: In this convent, located a few meters from the center of Milan, you can see one of Leonardo DaVinci's most famous works: The Last Supper. It is important to know that you will need to make your reservation well in advance, as it is a very busy place.
- Prada Foundation: This foundation was inaugurated in 2015 and has contemporary art exhibitions. Only 20 people are allowed entry at a time, so it is important to make your reservation in advance.
- MUDEC Museum: This museum shows arts and cultures from around the world, with works from countries such as Japan or Papua New Guinea. However, it also has temporary exhibitions throughout the year.
Leisure in Milan
What is the nightlife like in Milan?
Milan is a city full of fun any day of the week. There are numerous neighborhoods where you can find bars and clubs to enjoy at night:
Navigli
The most recommended neighborhoods to discover Milanese nightlife are Navigli and Brera. Both neighborhoods have a bohemian and picturesque atmosphere and are full of bars and pubs. In Navigli, you can have a few drinks in pubs like BackDoor 43, which is the smallest cocktail bar in the world, and where you must reserve your table before going. You can also visit other cocktail bars such as Le Biciclette or, if you prefer to spend a night out in style at a nightclub, at Rocket Club you will find everything you need.
Brera neighborhood
Brera combines tradition and modernity. It has become one of the most alternative neighborhoods in the city and the cradle of Milanese design, although without losing its classic spaces, such as the church of Santa María del Carmine or the Teatro alla Scala. In this neighborhood is one of the most legendary bars in Milan: Jamaica. This bar has more than 100 years of history and is a great place to have cocktails.
Corso Como
It is a pedestrian street full of life and nightclubs. Some of the most famous nightclubs in Milan are Alcatraz, Loolapaloosa or Hollywood Rythmoteque.
Where to go shopping in Milan?
Milan is, along with Paris, London, and New York, one of the world capitals of fashion. Therefore, if you are going to spend some time living in Milan, it is almost mandatory to reserve a day to go shopping or, at least, visit the stores.
- The Fashion Quadrilateral: This is a quadrilateral full of fashion stores and, above all, luxury fashion stores. Here you can find famous brands such as Versace or Armani.
- Corso Vittorio Emanuele: A few steps from the Fashion Quadrilateral, you can find this wide, currently pedestrian street that connects Piazza del Duomo with Piazza San Babila.
- Piazza del Duomo: If you want to take a walk and buy something special, but even you don't know exactly what you want to buy, take a look at the shops in this central square.
- Corso di Porta Ticinese: Around this street you will find countless second-hand stores and alternative fashion brands.
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