7 days in Milan Itinerary

In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.

Head to Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Azalea - Silk of Comofor plenty of shopping. Get a sense of the local culture at Enoteca Principessa and Sacro Monte di Ossuccio. Change things up with these side-trips from Milan: Tremezzina (Villa Carlotta & Villa del Balbianello), Parco Valle Albano (in Gravedona) and AC Boat (in Menaggio). Next up on the itinerary: see the interesting displays at Castello Sforzesco, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, take in the awesome beauty at Monte Grona, and admire the natural beauty at i Giardini di Villa Melzi.

To find where to stay, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, use the Milan journey planner .

If you are flying in from Egypt, the closest major airports are Malpensa International Airport, Milano Linate Airport and Il Caravaggio International Airport. December in Milan sees daily highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.