Experience Milan like an insider

Ideas to discover the city

From aperitivo by the water to the design streets: how to experience Milan at its most authentic.

Aperitivo sui Navigli
At sunset

Aperitivo at the Darsena

As the sun sets, the Darsena comes alive: quaysides, waterside bars and the Milanese happy-hour ritual just steps away.

Vie del design a Tortona
Design

Tortona District

Showrooms, galleries and studios: Milan's creative heart, which during the Fuorisalone becomes the centre of the design world.

Mercatino dell'antiquariato
Every month

Antiques Market

On the last Sunday of the month the streets along the canal fill with period furniture, vinyl and vintage clothing.

Giro in barca sui Navigli
On the water

Cruising the Navigli

A boat trip along the Naviglio Grande to discover mills, towpaths and glimpses of a Milan of water.

Our tip

Ask at reception for our walking itinerary

A one-hour route through the Darsena, Vicolo dei Lavandai and Tortona, for those who want the best of the neighbourhood.

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