The Sights

I'd like to think that although, our main priorities are probably drinking (we are students after all), that the majority of you would also be interested in Milans' culture and attractions.  Milan is one of of the financial capitals of Italy, and this is clear to see as you wonder through the historical, designer-shop clad streets of Milans' city centre.  

Just to give you a heads up, Milan is NOT the capital of Italy, as was discovered after a relatively loud, wine-fuelled debate over a table of Pizza...even if it is one of the four fashion capitals of the world!

So What do you Want to do?

The Duomo - FREE

The Duomo is a Gothic cathedral first constructed in the 14th century.  You can go and take a look round for free, however if you want to go up to the roof it costs 4 Euros.  Its still a religious monument in Milan, so dress decently!

Metro Stop: Duomo (Yellow/Red Line)

Sforzesco castle - FREE

A very impressive castle which houses several 'mini' museums.  When we went in November 2012, they were renovating the castle to its former glory.  On one side of the castle is a park, through which you can see the Piazza Sempione.  This park is extremely beautiful, so its definitely worth taking a walk. Its also extremely close to Corsa Sempione, further described on The Food and Drinks post, which is great for food and coffee.   

Metro Stop: Cadorna (Red/Green) - Walk down Via Minghetti. 

Santa Maria della Grazie - 6 Euros

This is a museum which contains Da Vinci's 'The Last Supper'.  You have to book to get in and waiting times for admission can vary, which is why we didn't go as we were only there for a few days. 

Metro stop: Conciliazione (Red) - Walk down Via Boccaccio and then Via Riffini (second right). 

Pinacoteca di Brera - 3 - 6 Euros

The Pinacoteca di Brera is a prestigious art gallery which contains centuries-old Italian paintings.  Although we didn't visit this, from what and heard from others, it is brilliant if you have a love of art.  The official admission price is 6 Euros, however if you bring your student card you can apparently get in for 3 Euros.  Nobody I know who went actually realised this though, so its yet to be tried and tested!

Metro Stop: Lanza (Green) - Walk down Via Trivoli, straight onto Via Pontaccio then turn onto Via Brera (second right).