Top Tips
Book ahead – timed-entry tickets are essential for the Last Supper and popular exhibitions
Start early or stay late – major sights are quieter first thing in the morning or after 6pm
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Milan sets the pace for modern Italy. Polished yet practical, creative and quietly confident, this is a city where historic palazzi sit alongside cutting-edge design, and lunches segue into aperitivo. From the soaring spires of the Duomo to hidden courtyards, contemporary galleries and neighbourhood trattorias, Milan rewards exploration, without demanding an itinerary.
Our collection of Milan apartments places you right at the heart of the action – ideal for city breaks, cultural escapes or stylish family stays, with space to unwind after a day immersed in Italy’s most fashionable city. And if city life sparks a desire to slow things down, our wider collection of family-friendly villas across Italy – many with private pools – offers an easy next chapter.
Why stay with us?
Style and character are everything at Oliver’s Travels, and our handpicked apartments in Milan reflect that beautifully. Chosen by destination experts who know the city inside out, each home is selected for its individuality, comfort and location.
Once you’ve booked, our Concierge Service is on hand to help with the finer details – from restaurant recommendations and skip-the-line tickets to private transfers and tailored experiences – so your Milan stay feels seamless and personal from start to finish.
Why visit Milan?
Milan is Italy at its most forward-thinking – a city that looks ahead without forgetting where it came from. It’s a place where Renaissance masterpieces sit a short walk from bold contemporary architecture, and where creativity shapes everything from fashion and design to food and football.
Start with the essentials: the soaring Duomo, its marble spires visible from across the city, and Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper, still quietly astonishing centuries on. Beyond the headline sights, Milan opens up through its neighbourhoods – Brera’s gallery-lined streets, the grand elegance of Porta Venezia, and the canals of Navigli, where evenings unfold slowly over drinks by the water.
Design lovers are especially well catered for. From the Pinacoteca di Brera to the Triennale Design Museum and the cutting-edge districts of Porta Nuova and CityLife, Milan constantly balances heritage with innovation. Add world-class shopping – from independent ateliers to the Quadrilatero della Moda – and it’s easy to see why the city sets the tone for the rest of Italy.
Despite its reputation, Milan isn’t showy. It’s practical, liveable and refreshingly unfussy, making it just as rewarding for a long weekend as it is for a slower, more immersive stay – whether you’re travelling as a couple, with friends or as a family.
Milan: At a Glance
Design & fashion – flagship boutiques, showrooms and the Quadrilatero della Moda
Art & culture – Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper, Brera galleries and historic theatres
Architecture – Gothic grandeur at the Duomo meets modern Milan in Porta Nuova
Food & drink – risotto alla Milanese, aperitivo culture and refined local dining
Neighbourhood energy – from elegant Brera to canal-lined Navigli
Easy city living – walkable centre with excellent public transport
What Oliver Loves
The contrast. One minute you’re wandering beneath Gothic spires or Renaissance frescoes, the next you’re in a sleek wine bar or design studio, watching everyday Milanese life unfold. Milan feels lived-in, not staged – and that’s exactly its charm.
Getting there and around
By plane
Milan is served by Malpensa and Linate airports, with regular direct flights from the UK. Both offer straightforward rail and taxi connections into the city.
Getting around
Milan’s metro, trams and buses are efficient and easy to use, with integrated ticketing across all services. The city centre is compact and walkable, making it easy to explore neighbourhoods on foot.
By car
Driving in central Milan isn’t recommended due to traffic and restricted ZTL zones – public transport or taxis are far simpler.
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