Beat the Heat: Escape to the Best City Parks in Florence, Rome, and Milan
There’s no better way to escape the heat and crowds of Italy’s cities than by seeking out a park. Here are our top choices for the most accessible, and prettiest, …
A Fine Line: Restoring Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper
Leonardo da Vinci began painting The Last Supper in 1495, and over five hundred years later it has become one of the most prolific paintings in history.
Where to Stay in Milan: How to Choose the Right Neighborhood For Your Visit
So, you want to visit Milan? Impeccable choice. Though it has traditionally been considered the “boring business capital” of Italy, travelers are finally realizing what the Milanese have known all along – Lombardy’s capital is one of the most nuanced and happening cities in Italy.
The 5 Best Things to do in Milan in the Fall
We run a handful of incredible walking tours in Milan. If you’re heading to the city this year consider letting one of our expert guides show you one of Italy’s …
8 Fascinating Facts You Didn’t Know About Da Vinci’s Last Supper
The Last Supper by Leonardo Da Vinci is a masterpiece of Italian Renaissance art. Finished in 1498, the wall painting is still available to see in person at Santa Maria …
The Pinacoteca di Brera is the best art museum that you’ve never heard of
In Milan, the financial and fashion capital of the north of Italy, there’s a small museum housing masterpieces from some of the biggest Italian artists. While most think of the …
Milan in December – What to Do & How to Do It
Italy in December is great! And while each Italian city has a lot to offer during the holidays, this year we choose Milan. The elegant northern city is the best …
6 Amazing Facts About Milan’s Duomo
Milan’s Duomo is decidedly the most impressive structure in Milan. Standing proud in Piazza del Duomo, this behemoth cathedral has seen more than 600 years pass by and has the history to prove it!
Christmas in Milan (And New Year’s, Too): What You Have to Know
Christmas in Milan isn’t just beautiful—it’s the perfect place and season to get some shopping done! One of the world’s most renowned shopping destinations, Milan lights up during the holidays …
Milan’s Last Supper: Tickets, Time Limits and Other Tips
No trip to Milan is complete without visiting Leonardo Da Vinci’s Last Supper, one of the world’s most renowned and mysterious works of art. Admiring this masterpiece is a unique …