{"id":9105,"date":"2018-03-22T15:41:27","date_gmt":"2018-03-22T15:41:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/essentialhome.eu\/blog\/?p=9105"},"modified":"2022-11-21T18:06:53","modified_gmt":"2022-11-21T18:06:53","slug":"a-z-guide-milan-youre-visiting-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.essentialhome.eu\/blog\/a-z-guide-milan-youre-visiting-month\/","title":{"rendered":"A-Z Guide: What to Do in Milan If You’re Visiting in April"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Get ready to see Milan as you have never seen before\u2026<\/h2>\n

Milan is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, so there are a million reasons to visit. And while today we are not sharing with you a million reasons, we are giving you an A-Z guide<\/strong><\/em><\/span> full of great arguments and ideas on how you can experience Milan at its fullest, even if it\u2019s just for a few days. Scroll down to find out what to do in Milan<\/strong><\/em><\/span> if you\u2019re visiting next month for Salone del Mobile!<\/p>\n

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Art galleries<\/h4>\n

You can\u2019t go to Italy and not wander endlessly around their amazing art galleries.\u00a0Pinacoteca di Brera<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0contains one of the most important art collections in Italy, but you should also take some time to visit Pinacoteca Ambrosiana<\/strong><\/span>, which\u00a0houses The Musician,<\/em> an early painting by Leonardo da Vinci.<\/p>\n

Brera Design District<\/h3>\n

Milan Design Week<\/strong> <\/em><\/span>is happening between the 17th and the 22nd of April. This means that design will be everywhere around town, and you will get to enjoy Milan in a completely different way. At Brera design district you will find a high-profile events calendar, featuring several of the world\u2019s most prestigious brands, focusing on attracting a design savvy, culturally oriented public.<\/p>\n

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Castello Sforzesco<\/h4>\n

A little bit further away from the city center you will find Castelo Sforzesco, which contains\u00a0Michelangelo\u2019s final, uncompleted sculpture, the Piet\u00e0 Rondanini. If you love a good mistery, you wil also find its rounded turrets, spacious courtyards and secret passageways absolutely thrilling.<\/p>\n

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Duomo di Milano<\/h3>\n

Milan\u2019s most famous building, Duomo di Milano is open to the public for visitation all year round. We suggest that you make your way up to the roof to get stunning photos of the city and see the gargoyles.<\/p>\n

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Essential Home<\/h3>\n

If you are in Milan this April, you will eventually find Essential Home<\/span><\/a>\u2026 The mid-century brand will be exhibiting at Salone del Mobile<\/span><\/a> next to all the other brands from Covet Group, and this might be an amazing opportunity to get to know the brand a little bit better, and be face to face with the people that make Essential Home.<\/p>\n

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Football match<\/h4>\n

If you\u2019re a sports aficionado, make sure you take some time to catch a great football match with one of the house teams: AC Milan or FC Internazionale. Head over to San Siro Stadium and book your ticket for the next match!<\/p>\n

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re on your way to Duomo di Milano, stop by Galleria Vittorio Emanuele. A gorgeous gallery where you will find amazing restaurants and caf\u00e9s, as well as a breathtaking Versace store, which makes it all worth it!<\/p>\n

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Haute Couture<\/h4>\n

Italy is home to some of the most famous and exclusive fashion houses. And while we have suggested a few places where you can shop, here in our A-Z guide, we suggest day you take a day to tour Milan and visit all the best stores. You will also find that local people have an amazing sense of style, and you will never see a local that lacks style.<\/p>\n

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Indulge in\u00a0Italian gelato<\/em>\n<\/h3>\n

Not only does Italy have amazing pasta and pizza dishes, but they also have some of the most delicious\u00a0gelatos<\/em> and\u00a0sorbets<\/em> we have ever tasted. If you\u2019re in the city, make sure to stop by some of the most famous\u00a0gelato<\/em> houses in Milan.<\/p>\n

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Joia<\/h4>\n

When in Italy, don\u2019t forget to eat your fair portion of their delicious food. And if you\u2019re going with family or friends, it\u2019s better to go with a vegetarian option, so that everyone can eat and have fun. We recommend Joia, Europe\u2019s first vegetarian restaurant to receive a Michelin star<\/strong><\/em><\/span>, which the restaurant still holds to this day!<\/p>\n

Know all about design<\/h4>\n

If you\u2019re in Milan to attend Salone del Mobile<\/strong><\/span>, you should take your time to find out all about design! Luckily, Milan Design Week will be happening from the 17th until the 22nd, so there will be no excuses for you not to learn and fall in love with design all over again.<\/p>\n

Last Supper<\/h3>\n

For all the art lovers, this is the city where you can see\u00a0Da Vinci\u2019s\u00a0The Last Supper\u00a0<\/em>with your own eyes! Make sure to book in advance, because only a few people are allowed in at the same time.<\/p>\n

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Milan Archaeology Museum<\/h4>\n

One of the richest countries in the world on what concerns Classic history, it only makes sense that when you visit Milan you take some time to visit their amazing Archaeology Museum. You will find\u00a0artifacts from many ages of Milan including the Middle Ages, influences from the Etruscan civilization and also the ancient Greeks.<\/p>\n

Navigli waterways<\/h4>\n

You don\u2019t need to go to Venice to see stunning canals. And while Milan once had an extensive network of canals designed by Leonardo da Vinci himself, today we are down to two long waterways,\u00a0the Naviglio Grande and the Naviglio Pavese. Make sure to stroll along the canals, and stop by for an\u00a0aperitif<\/em> before dinner.<\/p>\n

Opera<\/h4>\n

You cannot simply go to Milan and not head out to see a classic opera. If you have never seen it live, then this might be the opportunity of a lifetime, which you will not want to miss for the world.<\/p>\n

Pillow fight<\/h4>\n

Yes, there is no mistake. April 7, 2018, locals and tourist will be joining at\u00a0Arco della Pace at 3pm to start a street pillow fight, that is scheduled to end by 7pm. If you are not in Milan, make sure to check in with you local tourist office, as this is an event that will be happening on the same day, all around Europe.<\/p>\n

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Quiz yourself on the city\u2019s architecture<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re an architecture nerd, this is the perfect time to quiz yourself and see if you actually know all the most stunning buildings in Milan. From the gorgeous gothic Duomo cathedral<\/strong><\/span> to Unicredit building, Milan\u2019s first skyscraper<\/strong><\/span>, this is a great way to tour the city and breathe in all its architectural history.<\/p>\n

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Read a nice book in Parco Sempione<\/h4>\n

If you\u2019re on your way to Milan to take a few days off, we advise you to take some of your favorite books and find a nice place in Sempione park to read them.<\/p>\n

Salone del Mobile<\/h3>\n

You can\u2019t go to Milan in April and not take a couple of days to stop by Salone del Mobile. If you are an interior design lover, and want to be in on all the latest trends, make sure to buy your ticket before the 17th! The furniture fair will run from the 17th of April<\/strong><\/span> until the 22nd<\/strong><\/span>, and you will find great brands such as Fendi Casa<\/strong><\/span>, Boca do Lobo<\/span><\/a>, Minotti, and Essential Home showcasing their best pieces. Find Essential Home<\/span><\/a> in Hall 1, Stand L09!<\/p>\n

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Tortona Design District<\/h3>\n

Tortona design district<\/strong><\/span> is nowadays one of the biggest and most important design districts in all Milan. The place where you can find some of the\u00a0biggest names from the design industry, Tortona is a\u00a0not to miss<\/em> stop during Milan Design Week.<\/p>\n

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Unicredit building<\/h4>\n

Milan\u2019s biggest symbol of modern times, the Unicredit building is a skryscraper that doesn\u2019t go unnoticed when visiting the city. It was finished in 2012 and it is still Milan\u2019s highest building, going up to\u00a0231 metres (758 feet).<\/p>\n

Via Monte Napoleone<\/h3>\n

Keen on doing a little bit of shopping? Take the subway and head over to Via Monte Napoleone, where you will find some of the most famous high end fashion houses.<\/p>\n

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Weekly Fiera di Sinigaglia<\/h4>\n

You can\u2019t go to a new city and not visit their flea markets. Although London and Paris are best known for their amazing and famous flea markets, Milan\u2019s Fiera di Sinigaglia cannot be missed. You can find everything you are looking for, from clothing, to food and vintage items for your home. Make sure to visit it in Navigli District.<\/p>\n

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X-perience a delicious cocktail<\/h4>\n

Okay, we\u2019ll hand it to you\u2026 X is a really difficult word. But\u2026 The cocktails you\u2019ll be having after a great day at Salone del Mobile will be super easy to drink! Our suggestion is to tour the different design districts<\/strong><\/em><\/span> that will be having parties during the week, and have fun!<\/p>\n

YES!<\/h4>\n

Say yes to everything! This will probably make your trip to Milan one of most unforgettable experiences of your life. Take this opportunity to see all of Milan\u2019s point of interest<\/strong><\/em><\/span>, walk every street, try every food! Chances are you will have the most fun ever, and meet amazing people along the way. And while you\u2019re there, say\u00a0yes\u00a0<\/em>to the home decor of your dreams, and visit Essential Home at Salone del Mobile!<\/p>\n

Zzzzz<\/h4>\n

Catch some z\u2019s in some of the best hotels in all Italy! If you love the high-end side of life, book a stunning boutique hotel<\/strong> <\/em><\/span>for your stay. If, on the other hand, you\u2019d rather stay in an edgier hotel, we advise you to book one of the many designer hotels<\/strong><\/span> Milan has to offer!<\/p>\n

See you at Salone del Mobile. Where? Hall 1, Stand L09!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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