8 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.

Get some historical perspective at Duomo di Milano and Piazza del Duomo. Take a break from the city and head to Turati Centro Nautico Lario and AC Boat. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Milan: Como (I Falconieri del Feudo, Sentiero 6 - Valbasca, &more), Bellagio (Azalea - Silk of Como, Bellagioseta, &more) and Madonna del Ghisallo (in Magreglio). There's much more to do: step into the grandiose world of Castello Sforzesco, view the masterpieces at Le Ceramiche di Vezio, admire the landmark architecture of Villa del Balbianello, and get a taste of the local shopping with Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

To find photos, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Milan trip itinerary builder website.

If you are flying in from Egypt, the closest major aiports are Malpensa International Airport, Milano Linate Airport and Milan Bergamo Airport. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in August, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can travel back home.