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Discover twice the city in half the time and build a trip to remember. Packed with itineraries, maps, walking tours and tips, our expert team of travel writers share how to plan the ultimate short trip to Milan - gaze in awe at world-famous masterpieces, feast on handmade pasta, dance the night away - if it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Discover twice the city in half the time with our expert team of travel writers who share what you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Milan.

Imagine a place where medieval fortresses house centuries-old artwork and vine-covered gardens hide family-run trattorias. Every must-see spot in this guide comes straight from travellers and locals who have stood in hushed awe before The Last Supper, explored Castello Sforzesco, and watched world-class jazz at Blue Note. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it’s in this guide, it’s worth your time!

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet’s Pocket Milan travel guide. Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1-7 days including:

Exciting ‘Perfect Days’ itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of our picks top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors
Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Milan
Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area’s personality and highlight unique experiences on each trail
Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Santa Maria delle Grazie, the Duomo di Milano, and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
Updated as part of Lonely Planet’s reimagined guidebook collections, built to help travellers plan smarter, travel easier and explore with confidence
Covers: Duomo & San Babila; Quadrilatero d’Oro & Porta Venezia; Brera & Parco Sempione; Porta Garibaldi, Isola & Chinatown; Corso Magenta & Sant’Ambrogio; Ticinese, Navigli & Tortona; Porta Romana & Porta Vittoria; Borromean Islands; Lake Como

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city – neighbourhood by neighbourhood – and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet’s Pocket Milan.