Milan Mini Guide

Linate Airport is one of the major airports serving thecolourful as might be expected. It is worth seeing
Italian city of Milan, and is located 7km (4 miles) east ofnonetheless - admission is quite cheap, but it is often
Milan city centre. The airport deals with primarilynecessary to book, as it is such a famous attraction in
domestic and short-haul international flights, and servessuch a small venue.
a number of major airlines, bringing countless tourists toAnother activity (or to some, a sport) in Milan is
Italy's fashion capital every year.shopping. Known as a chic fashion hub of Europe,
Things to see/do in MilanMilan is home to some of the world's most exclusive
Milan is a city with much to offer tourists - being asdesigners, and there are plenty of seriously upscale
famous for its high fashion as it is for being home tostores to be found. Budget shoppers needn't worry
Leonardo da Vinci's iconic fresco 'The Last Supper'. Atoo much; there is ample opportunity to pick up a
visit to Milan should certainly include a trip to see thecheap bargain in one of the high street stores around
magnificent Duomo (Cathedral). The imposing building isthe Piazza del Duomo.
a sight in itself, but it also houses a wealth of sacredEating out/nightlife in Milan
vases in gold and silver, ancient tapestries andJazz clubs, martini bars, funky techno clubs, swanky
vestments, and rare ivories. The La Scala Operawine bars, bistros, discos - and the ubiquitous Irish pub -
house is another of Milan's famous building, hostingMilan has a nightlife to suit it's stylish image. Socialites
magical ballets and superb Operatic performancesand Paris Hilton wannabes frequent Dolce &
throughout the year. This can be quite expensive,Gabbana's club Atlantique. The mode here is high
however it is possible to find cheap tickets in somefashion and, dare we say it, ever so slightly pretentious.
inferior seats. You will pay less, but you will also beHowever the club itself is good, albeit unsuitable for
envious of people who have shelled out for the bestthose on a strict budget. Drinks are not cheap, and
seats.there are plenty of good places where you will pay
Da Vinci's masterpiece 'The Last Supper' can beless for the exact same thing, you just may not be
found in the Santa Maria della Grazie - visitors shouldsurrounded by so many beautiful people! Still, there is
know that the painting has been subject to significantample opportunity to enjoy Milanese nightlife without
deterioration over the years, and is not as clear andbreaking the bank - just stick to the less glitzy spots.