{"id":23989,"date":"2025-09-26T09:44:47","date_gmt":"2025-09-26T08:44:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/?p=23989"},"modified":"2025-09-25T22:18:13","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T21:18:13","slug":"2-days-in-milan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan","title":{"rendered":"How to Spend 2 Days in Milan: A Full Itinerary"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Milan is a city of contrasts, home to Gothic cathedrals and sleek skyscrapers, Renaissance frescoes and avant-garde fashion brands. To appreciate these opposites, you need a well organized itinerary, to see how history and modernity intertwine. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So if you have limited time in <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">la capitale morale<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it\u2019s important to make every moment count.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luckily, we\u2019ve put together <strong>a guide to planning the perfect 2 days in Milan<\/strong> to help you experience the city\u2019s highlights to the fullest. Read on and start planning your trip today.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21005\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21005\" class=\"wp-image-21005 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/rsz_milan.jpg\" alt=\"Milan's cathedral with blue and pink sky, scattered with beautiful clouds in the background.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"899\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/rsz_milan.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/rsz_milan-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-21005\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The striking silhouette of Milan&#8217;s cathedral is stunning by day, and by night.<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#Day_1_Discover_the_Best_of_Milan_with_a_Guided_Tour\" >Day 1: Discover the Best of Milan with a Guided Tour<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#Morning_Leonardo_da_Vincis_The_Last_Supper\" >Morning: Leonardo da Vinci\u2019s The Last Supper<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#Midday_Teatro_alla_Scala_Galleria_Vittorio_Emanuele_II\" >Midday: Teatro alla Scala &amp; Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#Afternoon_The_Duomo\" >Afternoon: The Duomo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#Evening_Cena\" >Evening: Cena<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#Day_2_Fashion_Neighborhood_Strolls_and_Aperitivo\" >Day 2: Fashion, Neighborhood Strolls, and Aperitivo<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#Morning_Brera_District\" >Morning: Brera District<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#Midday_The_Quadrilatero_della_Moda\" >Midday: The Quadrilatero della Moda\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#Afternoon_Castello_Sforzesco_and_Parco_Sempione\" >Afternoon: Castello Sforzesco and Parco Sempione<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#Evening_Navigli_Aperitivo\" >Evening: Navigli &amp; Aperitivo<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#FAQ_%E2%80%93_How_to_spend_2_days_in_Milan\" >FAQ &#8211; How to spend 2 days in Milan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#Is_2_days_enough_time_to_see_Milan\" >Is 2 days enough time to see Milan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#Whats_the_best_way_to_get_around_the_city\" >What\u2019s the best way to get around the city?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#Where_should_I_stay\" >Where should I stay?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#How_much_Italian_do_I_need_to_know\" >How much Italian do I need to know?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/2-days-in-milan\/#The_Perfect_2_Days_in_Milan\" >The Perfect 2 Days in Milan<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1_Discover_the_Best_of_Milan_with_a_Guided_Tour\"><\/span><b>Day 1: Discover the Best of Milan with a Guided Tour<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On your first day in Milan, we recommend joining the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/milan-tours\/best-of-milan-tour-last-supper-tickets\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best of Milan Tour.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It\u2019s a great way to take in the city\u2019s highlights in just one day, ensuring you don\u2019t miss its most iconic sights.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_23999\" style=\"width: 1610px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23999\" class=\"wp-image-23999 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0009-temp.jpg\" alt=\"A tour guide explains the history of the architecture to a group of visitors in Milan\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0009-temp.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0009-temp-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0009-temp-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-23999\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Join The Best of Milan tour, to maximise your time in this wonderful city.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Morning_Leonardo_da_Vincis_The_Last_Supper\"><\/span><b style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Morning: Leonardo da Vinci\u2019s The Last Supper<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tour begins with one of Milan\u2019s most unforgettable experiences: viewing Leonardo da Vinci\u2019s masterpiece, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/art-culture\/facts-about-da-vincis-last-supper\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Last Supper.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Housed in the refectory of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Santa Maria delle Grazie<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, this iconic mural can only be seen in small groups and for a strict 15-minute slot, due to its fragile condition and ongoing conservation efforts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">With pre-reserved, skip-the-line access included in the <\/span><a style=\"font-size: 16px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/milan-tours\/best-of-milan-tour-last-supper-tickets\/\">Best of Milan Tour<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">, you\u2019ll be guaranteed entry, without the hassle of having to book tickets on your own.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_24000\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-24000\" class=\"wp-image-24000 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0010-temp.jpg\" alt=\"The Last Supper, possibly Leonardo da Vinci\u00b4s most famous masterpiece\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0010-temp.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0010-temp-768x433.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-24000\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Make the most of your time and skip the line to see this Leonardo da Vinci masterpiece first hand.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Before stepping inside, your guide will share the background you need to get the most out of your visit, from Leonardo\u2019s painting techniques, to the details and symbolism behind each figure. Once in the room, you\u2019ll have time to actually take in one of the most studied works of the Renaissance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Midday_Teatro_alla_Scala_Galleria_Vittorio_Emanuele_II\"><\/span><b>Midday: <\/b><b><i>Teatro alla Scala<\/i><\/b><b> &amp; <\/b><b><i>Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II<\/i><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After visiting The Last Supper, the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best of Milan Tour<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> continues through Milan\u2019s city center. You\u2019ll stop outside of the legendary <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teatroallascala.org\/it\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teatro alla Scala<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of the most famous opera houses in the world, for an introduction to its history of performances by Verdi, Puccini, and other world-class composers.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_24010\" style=\"width: 1290px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-24010\" class=\"wp-image-24010 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/teatro_alla_scala_DP_1280x560.jpg\" alt=\"The stunning red, cream and gold auditorium of the Teatro alla scala opera house in Milan \" width=\"1280\" height=\"560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/teatro_alla_scala_DP_1280x560.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/teatro_alla_scala_DP_1280x560-768x336.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-24010\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The stunning auditorium of the Teatro alla scala in Milan.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just a short walk away, you\u2019ll also get to step into the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.introducingmilan.com\/galleria-vittorio-emanuele-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Italy\u2019s oldest shopping center. With its soaring glass dome and mosaic floors, it\u2019s as much a cultural landmark as it is a shopping destination.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_24006\" style=\"width: 1930px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-24006\" class=\"wp-image-24006 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Walks_Milan_Best-of-Milan_0007.jpg\" alt=\"The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Italy\u2019s oldest shopping center. with glass domed ceiling and detailed mosaic floors.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Walks_Milan_Best-of-Milan_0007.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Walks_Milan_Best-of-Milan_0007-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Walks_Milan_Best-of-Milan_0007-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-24006\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Stroll through the simply exquisite Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II for a spot of window shopping, or to treat yourself!<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Afternoon_The_Duomo\"><\/span><b>Afternoon: The Duomo<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The final stop on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tour<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the breathtaking <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duomomilano.it\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duomo di Milano<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Milan\u2019s Cathedral. Taking nearly six centuries to complete, the Duomo is the largest church in Italy and one of Europe\u2019s most iconic Gothic structures.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll explore inside with your guide, who will reveal the symbolism hidden in its stained-glass windows, elaborate altars, and spires.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_15484\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15484\" class=\"wp-image-15484 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/milan-cathedral-1.jpg\" alt=\"There are 52 pillars inside Milan Cathedral, one for every week of the year.\" width=\"800\" height=\"532\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15484\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Step inside Milan\u00b4s Cathedral, to be even more amazed by the scale of the craftmanship that went into building it.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By the end of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/milan-tours\/best-of-milan-tour-last-supper-tickets\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best of Milan Tour<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019ll have experienced the city\u2019s most emblematic sights in the company of a knowledgeable local guide, making it the ideal introduction to Milan.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evening_Cena\"><\/span><b>Evening: Cena<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After a full day of sightseeing, unwind with a relaxing dinner in one of Milan\u2019s other vibrant neighborhoods. Try <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/trattoriamasuelli\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trattoria Masuelli<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Calvairate, known for staples like <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">risotto alla milanese<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with saffron, or hearty <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ossobuco<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osteriaconchetta.it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Osteria Conchetta<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, located in Naviglio Pavese, is also a great option if you\u2019re looking to try <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cotoletta \u2013<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Milan\u2019s famous breaded veal dish.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_4203\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4203\" class=\"wp-image-4203 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/risotto-milanese-with-saffron-milan.jpg\" alt=\"A colourful plate of yellow risotto alla milanese with saffron, and fresh leaves\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/risotto-milanese-with-saffron-milan.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/risotto-milanese-with-saffron-milan-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4203\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">It\u00b4s like sunshine on a plate: you really have to try risotto alla milanese!<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wherever you end up, pair your meal with a glass of Lombardy wine and finish on a sweet note with a gelato. Don\u2019t hesitate to ask your guide for their personal favorite spots; they\u2019ll point you to hidden gems that locals love, making your evening meal truly memorable.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21754\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21754\" class=\"wp-image-21754 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Make-your-Wine-tasting-in-Milan-.jpg\" alt=\"A man pouring white wine into a glass in front of three more glasses filled with red.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Make-your-Wine-tasting-in-Milan-.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Make-your-Wine-tasting-in-Milan--768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-21754\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Milan is the ideal place to savour the flavor of delicious whites and sumptuous reds.<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_2_Fashion_Neighborhood_Strolls_and_Aperitivo\"><\/span><b>Day 2: Fashion, Neighborhood Strolls, and Aperitivo<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the highlights covered on Day 1, your second day in Milan can be spent exploring some of the city\u2019s other more lowkey spots and sights.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_24012\" style=\"width: 1610px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-24012\" class=\"wp-image-24012 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0008-temp-1.jpg\" alt=\"A tour guide telling a story to his group as they walk down a street in Milan\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0008-temp-1.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0008-temp-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0008-temp-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-24012\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Learn more about the art and culture, and what makes Milan such an interesting place to live, work or visit.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Morning_Brera_District\"><\/span><b>Morning: Brera District<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start out in the Brera District, where you\u2019ll find cobbled streets as well as art galleries, boutiques, and charming caf\u00e9s. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pinacotecabrera.org\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pinacoteca di Brera<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a must for any art-lover; admire works by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Mantegna, then pause for a <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cornetto<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/how-to-order-coffee-in-italian\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">espresso.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22765\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22765\" class=\"wp-image-22765 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/coffee-espresson.jpg\" alt=\"A hand stirring sugar into small cup of espresso.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/coffee-espresson.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/coffee-espresson-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22765\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Nothing could be more Italian than taking a moment out of your day to enjoy an espresso!<\/p><\/div>\n<p><b><i>Insider Tip:<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Head to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pasticceriacova.com\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pasticceria Cova<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a Milanese institution that has been serving pastries, coffee, and chocolate since 1817 for your mid-morning coffee fix.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Midday_The_Quadrilatero_della_Moda\"><\/span><b>Midday: The <\/b><b><i>Quadrilatero della Moda<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No trip to Milan is complete without a nod to its reputation as the fashion capital of the world. Head to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quadrilatero della Moda<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Milan\u2019s high-end fashion district, where you can window shop luxury boutiques or simply enjoy the atmosphere.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_24013\" style=\"width: 778px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-24013\" class=\"wp-image-24013 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/villa-reale-milano-768x452-1.jpg\" alt=\"The impressive building of the Villa Reale in Milan, behind a green lawn and gardens. \" width=\"768\" height=\"452\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-24013\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The impressive exterior of the Villa Reale. Photo Credit: www.milano.notizie.it<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking to get a more modern take, head to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gam-milano.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Galleria d\u2019Arte Moderna (GAM)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, just a short stroll from the fashion district and housed in the elegant <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Villa Reale, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">an 18th-century neoclassical palace once used as a residence by Napoleon during his time in Milan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here you\u2019ll find Italian and European art spanning the 18th to 20th centuries, from Canova sculptures to paintings by Van Gogh and Picasso. It\u2019s a quieter, less touristy museum that makes a nice contrast with the buzz of Brera and Via Montenapoleone.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_23992\" style=\"width: 1930px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23992\" class=\"wp-image-23992 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0001-temp.jpg\" alt=\"A street view of houses in the Brera area of Milan, with balconies and window boxes of greenery and red flowers.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1285\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0001-temp.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0001-temp-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0001-temp-1536x1028.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-23992\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Old and typical houses in the Fiori Chiari street, in the Brera area of Milan.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Afternoon_Castello_Sforzesco_and_Parco_Sempione\"><\/span><b>Afternoon: <\/b><b><i>Castello Sforzesco<\/i><\/b><b> and <\/b><b><i>Parco Sempione<\/i><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walk over to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.milanocastello.it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Castello Sforzesco<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a Renaissance fortress that once served as the residence of the wealthy Sforza family. Today, the castle houses a variety of museums and art collections, including works ranging from ancient sculptures to Renaissance paintings, offering a fascinating glimpse into Milan\u2019s history and culture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_23996\" style=\"width: 1930px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23996\" class=\"wp-image-23996 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0006-temp.jpg\" alt=\"The interior patio, with ornate pillars in the Sforzesco Castle\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1275\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0006-temp.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0006-temp-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Milan_Welcome-to-Milan_WEB-RES-0006-temp-1536x1020.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-23996\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The interior patio and ornate pillars of the Sforzesco Castle.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After exploring the castle, step into <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.comune.milano.it\/en\/aree-tematiche\/verde\/verde-pubblico\/parchi-cittadini\/parco-sempione\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parco Sempione<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> behind it, a spacious and leafy park ideal for a leisurely afternoon stroll. Wander along its green paths, or simply relax on a bench while enjoying views of the castle and the nearby <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arco della Pace<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Arch of Peace).<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20876\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20876\" class=\"wp-image-20876 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/Parco-Sempione.jpg\" alt=\"A large pond in Parco Sempione, a public park of Milan, with a building in the background.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/Parco-Sempione.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/Parco-Sempione-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20876\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Parco Sempione is a wonderful park to get back to nature after spending time in the city streets.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evening_Navigli_Aperitivo\"><\/span><b>Evening: Navigli &amp; Aperitivo<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">End your 2 days in Milan with a visit to the Navigli district, famous for its picturesque canals, some of which were designed in part by Leonardo da Vinci. Located in the southwest of the city, Navigli takes its name from the canals that once encircled Milan, built in the 12th century for everything from irrigation to defense.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_23466\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23466\" class=\"wp-image-23466 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/Negroni_sbagliato.jpg\" alt=\"Glass of Negroni Sbagliato, a classic summer Italian cocktail.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/Negroni_sbagliato.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/Negroni_sbagliato-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-23466\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">What better way to end your 2 day tour of Milan than with a classic Negroni Sbagliato cocktail.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today, it\u2019s one of the city\u2019s most vibrant neighborhoods, especially in the evening when locals gather for aperitivo, Milan\u2019s answer to happy hour. Order a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chowhound.com\/1706010\/origin-story-negroni-sbagliato\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">negroni sbagliato<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and soak up the vibes along the water before heading to dinner.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more tips on where to eat, check out <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/milanese-food\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">our guide to dining in Milan.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22283\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22283\" class=\"wp-image-22283 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/gelato.jpg\" alt=\"A blond lady smiling as she's about to try her chocolate gelato on her 2 days in Milan tour\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/gelato.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/gelato-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22283\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Italian gelato is hard to resist!<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_%E2%80%93_How_to_spend_2_days_in_Milan\"><\/span><b>FAQ &#8211; How to spend 2 days in Milan<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_2_days_enough_time_to_see_Milan\"><\/span><b>Is 2 days enough time to see Milan?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two days is enough to see the city\u2019s most important landmarks, enjoy a couple of museums, and experience its food and fashion scenes. If you have extra time, you can also take day trips to nearby destinations like Lake Como or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bergamo.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_best_way_to_get_around_the_city\"><\/span><b>What\u2019s the best way to get around the city?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With its metro, trams and buses, Milan is well connected and easy to navigate. Many key attractions and spots are walkable from the city center, but public transport comes in handy when reaching farther areas such as Navigli or the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quadrilatero della Moda<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16598\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Naviglio-tramonto.jpg\" alt=\"Navigli in Milan\" \/>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_should_I_stay\"><\/span><b>Where should I stay?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For first-time visitors, staying near the Duomo, Brera, or the Navigli district makes it easy to reach most attractions on foot or via public transport.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_Italian_do_I_need_to_know\"><\/span><b>How much Italian do I need to know?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In most hotels, museums, and many restaurants, English is enough to get by, but picking up a few simple Italian expressions can make your trip smoother.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4202\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/Night-time-image-of-the-Duomo-Milan-Italy-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Milan's Duomo stands lording over the PIazza del Duomo. Learn 6 amazing facts about it.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/Night-time-image-of-the-Duomo-Milan-Italy-copy.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/Night-time-image-of-the-Duomo-Milan-Italy-copy-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Perfect_2_Days_in_Milan\"><\/span><b>The Perfect 2 Days in Milan<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it\u2019s your first visit or a return trip, Milan is a city that rewards curious travelers with new discoveries at every turn.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>In just 2 days, you can appreciate Milan\u2019s incredible blend of history, art, and modern culture. With the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/milan-tours\/best-of-milan-tour-last-supper-tickets\/\">Best of Milan Tour<\/a> with Skip-the-Line Last Supper Tickets, you\u2019ll cover the must-see highlights with ease, leaving you more time to enjoy the city\u2019s neighborhoods, fashion, and food scene.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Milan is a city of contrasts, home to Gothic cathedrals and sleek skyscrapers, Renaissance frescoes and avant-garde fashion brands. To appreciate these opposites, you need a well organized itinerary, to see how history and modernity intertwine. So if you have limited time in la capitale morale, it\u2019s important to make every moment count.\u00a0 Luckily, we\u2019ve [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":103,"featured_media":15082,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[87,68,101,62],"ppma_author":[295],"class_list":["post-23989","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-things-to-do","tag-architecture","tag-art","tag-culture","tag-food"],"authors":[{"term_id":295,"user_id":103,"is_guest":0,"slug":"vera-armus","display_name":"Vera Armus","avatar_url":{"url":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/V.-Armus-Picture-300-px.png","url2x":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/V.-Armus-Picture-300-px.png"},"user_url":"https:\/\/vera-armus.journoportfolio.com,%20https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mordisco.monster","last_name":"Armus","first_name":"Vera","job_title":"","description":"Vera is a freelance writer\/guide who is passionate about food history, culture and immigrant-driven cuisine. 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