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Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Top Things to Do in Milan

Milan DuomoMilan Duomo (Photo credit: underflowR) By Mark McLaine


Milan is one of the best cities in the world where you can visit and explore. This city is called as the 'Fashion Capital of World'. The city has a number of options for those who are interested in the art and culture of Italy. There are a number of things which you can do in Milan when you come here. Here are some of the top things which you can do once you come to Milan.
a. Pay a Visit to Duomo: This is undoubtedly the number one suggestion one can give you when you come to Milan. The Duomo or Cathedral is one of the largest Gothic Cathedrals of Italy. The church provides you some of the best views of the nearby areas.

b. AC Milan: If you are a football fan then you can visit the stadium of AC Milan and Inter Milan. These two are the popular football clubs of Italy and are based at the San Siro Stadium. The stadium houses a museum which is a must visit for any football freak.
c. Flea Markets: There are a number of options for the shoppers and flea markets are the paradise for them. You can buy cheap duplicates and dupes of some of the best designer brands in the world. There are a number of cheap things which look classic and give you a vintage feel are available at the number of peddlers and shops which are situated in these flea markets. Some of the popular markets where you can consider visiting include Fiera de Sinigaglia, Viale Papinianom, Viale Fauche and much more.
d. Opera: If you are an Opera fan then you can visit the Teatro alla Scala which is known to host a number of opera events and performances. This place is also known as La Scala and was built during the time of Renaissance. The place remain crowded at all the times and thus you have to book your tickets well in advance.
e. Spend a Day at Spa: There are a number of spa resorts and therapeutic centers where you can visit and rejuvenate yourself. Some of the luxury spas of the city are situated at Four Seasons Hotel Milano, Hotel Principe di Savoia Milano and Culti Day Spa.
f. Get to taste the Italian Cuisine and Coffee: you must visit the local coffee shops and restaurant in order to try out the local taste and cuisine. You can order a quickie like sandwich or Panini from the vendors which are situated on the roadside. One thing which you cannot resist is the coffee which is offered by a number of coffee shops which are situated in different parts of the city. Many international coffee giants such as Caf� Coffee Day, Starbucks, etc. have setup their outlets in this city.
Milan can be reached pretty easily by train. You can now easily book the Cheapest Train tickets from Raileasy Tickets.

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