Best Things to Do in Milan for Families with Young Kids
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From the classic Milan Natural History Museum and Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.5 · 11,502 reviews
Step into the Milan Natural History Museum, housed in a 19th-century building. Walk past dinosaur skeletons, rare preserved animals and sparkling minerals, a good fit for curious kids and adults alike.
★ 4.6 · 31,621 reviews
Explore the Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology, set within a former monastery. Examine models of Leonardo's inventions, then move on to vintage trams, steam locomotives and space capsules.
★ 4.5 · 3,054 reviews
Escape to Boscoincittà, a sprawling green park at the edge of Milan where the city fades into woodland and meadow. Stroll its trails, watch tortoises by the pond, and settle into a picnic spot.
★ 4.7 · 1,928 reviews
Look up at the stars inside Civico Planetario Ulrico Hoepli, Milan's vintage planetarium from the 1930s. Sit beneath its large dome and follow an astronomy show projected by a classic planetarium instrument.
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Take a break in Giardini Indro Montanelli, Milan's oldest public garden, just steps from the centre. Stroll the wide tree-lined paths, grab a coffee, and sit on the grass among locals and families.
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Stroll through Milan's best-loved park, right behind the Sforza Castle. A shaded, free stop that mixes lawns, ponds and lively family areas.
★ 4.4 · 10,677 reviews
Head out to Idroscalo, Milan's big lakeside park, for space and fresh air away from the centre. Walk or cycle the flat loop around the water, and stop at the playgrounds or restaurants.
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★ 4.2 · 6,763 reviews
Step into San Siro, the shared home of AC Milan and Inter. Walk the players' tunnel and changing rooms, look out over the pitch from the stands, and browse the museum's shirts, trophies and memorabilia.
★ 4.2 · 3,197 reviews
Stroll through Parco Alessandrina Ravizza, a long-standing neighbourhood park beside Bocconi University. Follow the shaded paths, watch families and dogs at play, and stop at the kiosk.
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Discover Parco Forlanini, a huge lakeside park in eastern Milan dotted with willows, beech trees and old farm remains. Follow the trails, then lay out a blanket for a picnic on the grass.
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Test your perception at the Museum of Senses on Viale Monte Grappa, a playful indoor stop in Milan. Walk tactile floors in special socks, try optical illusions and balance challenges, and take a taste test along the way.
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Warm up at Climbing District, a roomy climbing gym on the western edge of Milan. Tackle long routes and varied boulder problems, then refuel at the on-site restaurant with a beer from the tap.
★ 4.6 · 6,305 reviews
Step into BAM, Milan's contemporary tree-library park, for a calm hour away from the city bustle. Wander the themed plantings, find a bench or a patch of grass, and finish with lunch or gelato nearby.
★ 4.6 · 5,943 reviews
Walk through forest, meadows and waterways on a former industrial site. A green escape north of Milan for families, runners and nature lovers.
★ 4.2 · 11,525 reviews
Stop by Spontini, Milan's well-known pizza counter for a fast, satisfying bite. Grab a thick, soft slice and eat it standing among locals and travellers in true street-food style.
★ 4.0 · 8,157 reviews
See Milan from an open-top bus and get off at the places you most want to visit. Ride between the Duomo, La Scala and Sforza Castle with commentary.
★ 4.3 · 127 reviews
Pause at Giardini della Guastalla, a small, peaceful park tucked into central Milan. Spread out on the shaded grass, watch the fish in the water, and enjoy a quiet half hour.
★ 4.6 · 1,457 reviews
Relax on open lawns beneath Milan's modern skyscrapers and watch the city lights come on at night. A stylish, contemporary stop for couples.
★ 4.4 · 536 reviews
Discover the Botanical Garden Città Studi, a tiny volunteer-run garden tucked into Milan. Wander its small, tidy beds for a quiet, free break from the city.
★ 3.9 · 2,766 reviews
Roll a few frames at Bowling dei Fiori, a casual bowling alley on Milan's outskirts. Play a game with friends or family, then try the arcade machines, pool tables or laser quest before heading home.
★ 4.3 · 1,645 reviews
Pick a gelato at GROM and stroll through Milan. Choose fruit flavours and enjoy them on a late-evening walk.
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Discover the Museo Interattivo del Cinema, a small museum that brings Italian film history to life. Handle vintage film gear, test the green screen and VR, and watch screenings in an easy, interactive visit.
★ 4.5 · 17,083 reviews
Join the queue at Panzerotti Luini, the Milan institution that has been filling panzerotti for decades. Pick a savoury filling like mozzarella and ham, add a sweet one for dessert, and eat them hot on the street.
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Treat yourself at Artico Gelateria, a favourite gelato stop in Milan's Isola district. Pick from artisanal flavours like pistachio, chocolate and almond praline, and enjoy them in a cone topped with cream or in a cup.
★ 4.1 · 1,703 reviews
Use the bus to see Milan's centre, newer districts and football stadium at your own pace. Hop off wherever you want to explore.
★ 4.1 · 1,245 reviews
Swim a few lengths at Piscina Cozzi, a public pool in a 1934 building in central Milan. Enjoy the historic architecture and renovated changing rooms, then take your laps in a pool full of local character.
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Get on the water at Wakeparadise, a wakeboarding and surf-pool spot on Milan's Idroscalo, minutes from Linate airport. Ride the cable or try the surf pool with help from the staff, then relax over a coffee.
★ 4.4 · 2,801 reviews
Pull up a seat at Berberè Pizzeria Centrale, a lively Milan pizzeria with friendly staff and quick service. Share well-loved pies, dip your crusts in house sauces and finish with no fuss at all.
★ 4.3 · 150 reviews
Walk through a local park on the east side of Milan, where families and runners are the main visitors. A calm, green stop away from the centre.
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Wander into Mercato Centrale Milano, the stylish food hall beside the central station. Browse stalls from coffee to full meals, then pick a table among the modern, airy interiors.
Milan · 🎨 Museum
Milan Natural History Museum
1h30
Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology
2h30
Milan · 🌳 Nature
Boscoincittà
Milan · 🎭 Entertainment
Civico Planetario Ulrico Hoepli
1h
Giardini Indro Montanelli
45 min
Parco Sempione
Idroscalo
Milan · ⚽ Sport
San Siro Stadium and Museum Guided Tour
2h
Parco Alessandrina Ravizza
Parco Forlanini
1h15
Ticket to the Museum of Senses
Climbing District
BAM - Biblioteca degli Alberi Milano
Parco Nord Milano
Milan · 🍽️ Food
Spontini
20 min
Milan · 🧭 Tours
City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
3h
Giardini della Guastalla
30 min
Parco Tre Torri
Botanical Garden Città Studi
Bowling dei fiori
Milan · ☕ Coffeebreak
GROM
25 min
Museo Interattivo del Cinema
Panzerotti Luini
15 min
Artico Gelateria - Isola
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Piscina Cozzi
Wakeparadise
Berberè Pizzeria Centrale
Parco Lambro
Mercato Centrale Milano
