Milan is the best place to stay in Italy for haute couture with a side of historical heritage. Whether you choose a hotel in a timeless residential neighborhood or a hip haunt for fashionistas, you'll be close to art galleries, historic attractions, boutique shopping and dining. For its small size, the city has an incredible range of neighborhoods, where travelers can easily experience its creative, cultural vibe. Book accommodations in a city with a love of fashion and a passion for life.
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Where to Stay for Culture
To experience the rich culture and haute lifestyle of Milan, book a hotel in Zona Tortona, the heart of the annual Design Week and Fashion Week. Accommodations here are popular year round for the in-vogue restaurants, designer showrooms, arthouse cinemas and galleries. Choose to stay in Brera to experience its artistic and architectural flair. Don't miss the famous Pinacoteca gallery and its world-class art collections. If you want to feel like a local, stay in the former working-class district of Isola, which is well-connected to the city center by public transportation. This is the place to marvel at street murals, see gorgeous, 19th-century residences and hang out in the same markets, boutiques and coffeehouses the locals love. For an area known for its art more than its fashion, look for a hotel in Sant'Ambrogio, west of the Duomo and home to The Last Supper at Santa Maria delle Grazie.
Brera
Shopping, live music, and restaurants highlight some notable features of Brera. Make a stop by Pinacoteca di Brera or Orto Botanico di Brera while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Via Cusani Tram Stop or Cairoli Station to get around town.
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Isola
The restaurants and theaters are just a few things visitors like about Isola. Teatro del Buratto and Verdi Theater are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Isola Station or Via Porro Lambertenghi Tram Stop to get around the larger area.
Best Areas for Nightlife
With its colorful buildings and romantic canals, Navigli feels like a village within a city by day, yet turns into a popular party spot by night. Reserve accommodations here to discover secret cafés and join stylish Milanese and university students for an aperitivo. To mingle with the most exclusive of Milanese revelers, stay in Corso Como. Shop for a trendy outfit by day, then party until the early hours with celebrities and VIPs. Fans of the '80s are booking stays in Porta Romana, a neighborhood with an up-and-coming nightlife scene taking much of its inspiration from this classic decade.
Navigli
Navigli is a destination travelers like for its art galleries, and you might hop aboard the metro at Via Valenza Alzaia Nav. Grande Tram Stop or Porta Genova M2 Tram Stop to explore sights like Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie.
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Porta Romana
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Porta Romana. If sightseeing is on the list, QC Termemilano is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Porta Romana Station or Porta Romana M3 Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Top Neighborhoods for Dining
From creamy polenta to Lombardy meats to cassoeula, Milan's signature cabbage and pork stew, the city's neighborhoods offer cuisines for all tastes. Stay in the emerging foodie area of Porta Romana, home to the city's wealthy elite, as well as ramen bars, farm-to-table restaurants and rustic pizzerias. Step outside your hotel in Porto Nuova and you're immediately drawn to the countless restaurants of all varieties, from sushi to soup. Stay in Chinatown, within walking distance of Brera and Sempione, for its hole-in-the-wall noodle bars, Asian supermarket and traditional food stalls. Sempione itself is worth a stay to have one of the best gelaterias in town and top-quality Italian specialties at your doorstep. Wagner is a family-friendly place to stay for its peace and quiet and variety of cuisine, from Japanese to Italian.
Porta Romana
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Porta Romana. If sightseeing is on the list, QC Termemilano is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Porta Romana Station or Porta Romana M3 Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Porta Nuova
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Porta Nuova. Check out top attractions like Piazza della Repubblica and Indro Montanelli Public Gardens, and jump on the metro at Repubblica M3 Tram Stop or Turati M3 Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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Chinatown
Travelers enjoy Chinatown for its bars, and if you want to see some more of the area, you can jump on the metro at Via Bramante Via Sarpi Tram Stop.
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Brera
Shopping, live music, and restaurants highlight some notable features of Brera. Make a stop by Pinacoteca di Brera or Orto Botanico di Brera while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Via Cusani Tram Stop or Cairoli Station to get around town.
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Great Places to Stay for Shopping
Shopping and sightseeing combine in Centro Storico, the historic heart of Milan. Venture from your hotel and visit the famous landmarks such as the Duomo Cathedral by morning, then shop at the classy Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II all afternoon. For the highest end of high-end shopping, stay in the renowned Fashion Quadrilateral, defined by Via Montenapoleone Fashion District, Via Manzoni, Via dell Spiga and Corso Venezia. Drop your parcels at your hotel, then head back out to historic Porta Venezia, a more mainstream shopping strip with second-hand fashion boutiques, as well as a must-see medieval-era gate. Feel like a VIP when you choose a hotel in Moscova, known for its upscale boutiques and elegant eateries, as well as the annual Milan Furniture Fair.
Centro Storico
Enjoy the popular shops in Centro Storico. Piazza del Duomo is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Via Orefici P.za Cordusio Tram Stop or Cordusio M1 Tram Stop to see more of Milan.
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Porta Venezia
Spas, historic sites, and shopping highlight some notable features of Porta Venezia. Make a stop by Planetario di Milano or Porta Venezia while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Porta Venezia M1 Tram Stop or Porta Venezia Station to get around town.
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