Italy's capital of fashion and finance, where the Duomo's marble spires rise over the Galleria's glass dome and La Scala raises the curtain each December.
Leonardo's Last Supper survives in Santa Maria delle Grazie, and the Sforza Castle anchors a city that turns aperitivo on the Navigli into ritual.
When to visit Milan
Average highs and lows across the year.
Month by month
- Jan
- Cold winter weather with occasional rain. Layer up and bring a warm coat.
- Feb
- Still winter-like with cold temperatures. Expect some rainy days.
- Mar
- Spring begins with mild temperatures. Weather can be changeable.
- Apr
- Pleasant spring weather with blooming flowers. Light jacket recommended.
- May
- Warm late spring days. Perfect for outdoor activities.
- Jun
- Summer arrives with warm, sunny days. Stay hydrated.
- Jul
- Peak summer heat. Best enjoyed with coastal breezes or air conditioning.
- Aug
- Hot summer continues. Many locals take vacations.
- Sep
- Pleasant early autumn. Still warm enough for light clothing.
- Oct
- Autumn weather sets in. Bring layers for cool evenings.
- Nov
- Cool autumn weather with increasing rain. Light jacket essential.
- Dec
- Winter conditions return. Cold and occasionally rainy.
What to see first

Santa Maria delle Grazie
Solari’s Lombard church and Bramante’s tribune are free to visit; Leonardo’s Last Supper occupies the separately ticketed former refectory.
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What to eat, and drink
Eating and drinking in Milan
Well-loved everyday tables and Michelin stars, each checked open.
- Gloria Osteria MilanoOsteria
- Mani in PastaPizzeria
- San GiorgioPizzeria
- Papilla MilanoPizzeria
- Slice MilanoPizzeria
- Speciale OsteriaOsteria
Michelin-starred
- Enrico Bartolini al Mudec ★★★
- Andrea Aprea ★★
- D'O ★★
- Seta by Antonio Guida ★★
- Verso Capitaneo ★★
- Abba ★
- Anima ★
- Berton ★
- Contraste ★
- Cracco in Galleria ★
- Horto ★
- Il Luogo Aimo e Nadia ★
Sleeping in Milan
Well-reviewed places to stay, each checked open, by town.
- Room Mate Giulia4-star
- Four Seasons Hotel Milano
- Mandarin Oriental
- Palazzo Parigi Hotel & Grand Spa Milano
- Château Monfort5-star
- B&B Hotel Milano Duomo Velasca
The year in Milan
The rituals, races, and processions the city still keeps.
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