Staying in Milan, Italy 

Milan is the capital of Italy’s Lombardy region, and the second largest city in Italy after Rome. Widely recognised for its thriving business landscape, Milan is an ideal hub for networking and international commerce. Not only this, but it also has brilliant connections with both the fashion and finance sectors. Major fashion houses such as Versace, Armani, and Prada decided to make Milan their home, pulling inspiration from the city's grand architecture and timeless art collections for their designs. Alongside these, is the Italian Stock Exchange, the Borsa Italiana, which fuels the highly driven, abundant business opportunities of the city. 

Weather in Milan, Italy 

In summer, Milan has hot temperatures with long days of sunshine. Lighter, more breathable fabrics such as linen are recommended during the summer. Milan doesn’t tend to get much wind thanks to its mountainous surrounds so you might experience some humidity, making serviced apartments with air-conditioning a popular choice in warmer months.

In winter, the city can be chilly and is often known to be foggy in late autumn. We’d recommend packing warmer layers, coats and comfortable footwear. Snow is rare in Milan itself, but you can drive to Lombardy’s snowy, northern ski resorts in just a couple of hours.

Currency in Milan, Italy 

In Milan, like the rest of Italy, the currency is the euro. Most high street shops and restaurants will take all major credit/debit cards, however it is advisable to also have cash for transport if travelling out of the city centre, or if you’re planning to explore the local markets on a weekend.

ATMs can be found near most metro stations, as well as at banks. Banks will usually close around 5pm, but will also be found centrally, but 24h ATMs will also be found centrally. 

The mountainous backdrop of Milan, Porta Nuova morning yoga, and snowfall on Domio.

 Health & Wellbeing in Milan, Italy 

Milan has many parks and walking routes within the city: the picturesque Parco Sempione and Palestro are perfect spots for a run, and Leonardo’s Vineyard offers a historic stroll. Many serviced apartments are located near local parks, or even have on-site gyms to get your workout fix. 

Games between well-known rival teams Inter Milan and AC Milan create an exciting atmosphere during the Italian Serie A football season (Late August until Early May), and there are plenty of local teams to join if football is your hobby.

Milan has several renowned spas and wellness retreats that invite nature and tranquil into the urban cityscape. Alongside these are many yoga and Pilates centres which are perfect for destressing and strengthening. Milan also has many healthy supermarkets as well, places such as Naturasi and Centro Botanico are great, central options.

Data in Milan, Italy 

Milan is connected to Italy’s national network of free internet access, Piazza Wi-Fi, but there are also plenty of data options or Wi-Fi, Vodaphone IT, Windtre, TIM, and Iliad all work well. Milan also has 5G available through the LTE service, and coverage is city-wide.

Plug Types in Milan, Italy 

Plug types C, F and L are commonly used in Italy. These are the standard European two- or three-pronged plugs, so foreign travellers will need an appropriate adapter.

                  Emergency Contact Numbers in Milan, Italy                               

For State Police: 113 

For urgent and emergency medical attention: 118 

For travel information: 1518

For sea rescue: 1530

For fire brigade: 115 (fires, weather emergencies)

For roadside assistance: 803.116

The Italian phone prefix is +39.

Panettone in front of Domio, a delicious mondeghili, and a Negroni are Milan staples.

Cuisine in Milan, Italy

As you’d expect, you’re never too far from a classic Italian pizza or pasta in Milan, but the city also has its own specialities to try. Dishes that originate from Milan include ossobuco, risotto alla Milanese, mondeghili, and costoletta alla Milanese. In central restaurants too there are many vegan and vegetarian options.

Panettone, usually associated with being a Christmas-time dessert, originates from Milan, and is a sweet bread, that contains candied fruits and is typically dome-shaped, and unlike most other countries can be found year-round in Milan.

The accidental creation of the Negroni Sbagliato, which literally translates to 'wrong Negroni', quickly became popular, featuring Milan-made Campari for a bitter cocktail punctuated by fizz, created in 1972 in Bar Basso, which is still open to this day! 

Districts in Milan, Italy

The Centro Storico district houses the postcard perfect gothic Duomo Di Milano cathedral, easily accessible and always . Especially with access to the towering roof with the Madonnina spire, and views across the whole city. It would be a great after-work visit as it is open until 7pm.

One of Leonardo da Vinci’s most famous murals ‘The Last Supper’ is housed nearby, in Santa Maria Delle Grazie, as are works by Botticelli, Raphael, and Michaelangelo. Many of these art museums are a good chance to soak up the culture after a long day in the office.

Milan has many outer districts, including the lively Navigli, famous for its aperitivo atmosphere. A perfect area to venture to for after-work drinks with colleagues or for a social lunch option.

Bohemian Brera is home to many charming cafés and galleries, an excellent district to work outside the office, or take a break from the busy city.

Porto Nuova has a more modern feel, as it features contemporary architecture for luxury living, as well as plenty of business focused areas, including shared workspaces.

Speaking the Language in Milan, Italy

Buongiorno (bwohn-JOHR-noh) – Good morning

Buonasera (bwoh-nah-SEH-rah) – Good evening

Buonanotte (bwoh-nah-NOHT-teh) – Good night

Ciao (chow) - Hello

Per favore (pehr fah-VOH-reh) - Please

Grazie (ghratz-see-eh)- Thank you

Prego (preh-goh) - You're welcome

Scusi, parla inglese? (skoo-zee, pahr-lah een-gleh-zeh) - Excuse me, do you speak English?

Dove si trova...? (dove-see-thro-vah) - Where is...?

Il conto, per favore. (eel KOHN-toh, pehr fah-VOH-reh ) - The bill, please.

Posso avere? (POH-soh ah-veh-reh) - Can I have?

Quanto costa? (kwan-toe-koh-sta) - How much does it cost?

Che bello! (keh bey-yah)- How beautiful!

Transport in Milan - Getting Around Milan, Italy 

Milan is generally a very walkable city and can be appreciated on foot. Scooters and bicycles are also a practical way to explore the flat, accessible streets. The central traffic can get very busy, but for late nights the taxis and ride-hailing services such as Uber are widely available however, they can be in demand during busy periods such as fashion weeks.

The Metro system in Milan is affordable and easy to navigate, operating with a simple tap on/off system, so both tickets and major credit/debit cards can be used. There are helpful website guides, and many maps that are visible in all the metro stations, and google maps is also useful to show the colour of the metro lines and which stops you need.

City Map 

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