Discover Milan’s 200 best Smart Adventurer spots for your trip

Laboratorio Paravicini

★ 4.6 · 31 reviews

Seek out Laboratorio Paravicini, a hidden ceramics studio in a Milan courtyard. Admire hand-painted plates and tableware while the artist-owner shares how her designs come to life.

Casa museo Boschi di Stefano

★ 4.7 · 2,194 reviews

Slip into Casa Museo Boschi Di Stefano, a free house-museum tucked into an art deco apartment. Follow the rooms past Lucio Fontana canvases and other early 20th-century Italian art, guided by the museum's online companion.

NoLo

Discover NoLo, the creative, multicultural quarter north of Loreto that locals love. Wander streets of murals and independent cafés, then end the day with a drink on a neighbourhood terrace.

MV% Ceramics Design

★ 4.4 · 47 reviews

Pop into MV% Ceramics Design, a joyful little studio-shop in an interesting Milan neighbourhood. Browse uniquely designed plates and decorative homeware made by the owner herself.

Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta alla Certosa di Garegnano

★ 4.7 · 1,486 reviews

Venture out to the Certosa di Garegnano for a church few visitors reach. Look over the carved altars and colourful frescoes, and listen to the acoustics in the nave.

Cucina Franca

★ 4.7 · 294 reviews

Slip into Cucina Franca, a small Milan restaurant where the kitchen is framed in glass. Sit close to the chefs and work through a creative four-course menu paired with fairly priced local wines.

Bob The Other Side

★ 5.0 · 11 reviews

Discover Bob The Other Side, a fresh cocktail address in Milan with a striking architectural interior. Order well-made drinks and food in an attentive, cosy evening setting.

Gerolamo Theatre

★ 4.8 · 820 reviews

Discover Gerolamo Theatre, a tiny 18th-century jewel in Milan often called a little Scala. Take a seat in its fairytale interior for a comedy or local production in an intimate, ornate setting.

Morimondo Abbey

★ 4.6 · 2,460 reviews

Escape the city to Morimondo Abbey, a tranquil monastic site in the countryside south-west of Milan. Join a guided tour of its centuries of abbey life, then linger over a meal in the village.

Cinema Beltrade

★ 4.6 · 1,942 reviews

Catch an arthouse film at Cinema Beltrade, a small independent cinema cherished by Milan's locals. Pick up a snack at the counter and settle in for a carefully chosen screening with a big screen and good sound.

Ristorante Spore

★ 4.8 · 375 reviews

Discover Ristorante Spore, a Milan tasting-menu restaurant devoted to fermentation. Work through dishes layered with miso, kombucha and shoyu, like the artichoke chawanmushi, in a warm, welcoming dinner service.

1930 Cocktail Bar

★ 4.9 · 37 reviews

Discover 1930 Cocktail Bar, a hidden Milan speakeasy where the drinks list reads like a restaurant menu. Settle in for inventive cocktails, great music and attentive, personal service well into the night.

Cinema Mexico

★ 4.5 · 647 reviews

Step into Cinema Mexico, an art deco single-screen cinema with decades of Milan film lore. See an independent or English-language film in its spacious hall, or time your visit for a Rocky Horror night.

Parco delle Cave

★ 4.5 · 367 reviews

Unroll a picnic blanket in a calm, green corner of Milan far from the crowds. A tranquil escape for couples and nature lovers.

Club Giovanile Milano

★ 4.5 · 61 reviews

Discover Club Giovanile Milano, a design-forward restaurant that stays open into the early hours. Work through balanced, contrasting dishes in a stylish room, with an interesting view to accompany dinner.

Vintage Delirium

★ 3.1 · 160 reviews

Find Vintage Delirium, a hidden vintage boutique tucked inside a Milan courtyard. Browse curated secondhand designer clothing, bags and accessories for men and women, with staff on hand to guide you.

Bagatti Valsecchi Museum

★ 4.7 · 1,978 reviews

Wander through the Bagatti Valsecchi Museum, a Renaissance-style townhouse in the heart of Milan. Move from room to room among carved furniture, wooden ceilings and decorative arts arranged as in a real family home.

Brera Botanical Garden

★ 4.3 · 4,899 reviews

Slip into the Brera Botanical Garden, a hushed green pocket founded in 1774 in the heart of Milan. Wander its flowerbeds and ponds, then rest on a bench beneath the old trees of the arboretum.

Parco Lambro

★ 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.

Modern Art Gallery

★ 4.5 · 3,326 reviews

Visit the Modern Art Gallery, an 18th-century mansion with a taste for Italian painting and sculpture. See works by Cezanne and Gauguin, plus Zandomeneghi canvases glowing with colour and light.

Giardino della Villa Belgiojoso Bonaparte

★ 4.6 · 388 reviews

Wander the English-style gardens of Villa Belgiojoso Bonaparte, a green retreat beside a neoclassical villa. Stroll past the pond, waterfall and temple, and watch the ducks glide across the water.

Chiesa di Sant'Alessandro in Zebedia

★ 4.6 · 298 reviews

Seek out Chiesa di Sant'Alessandro in Zebedia, a quiet baroque church tucked off the main routes. Take in its twin bell towers and statues from the square, then step inside for a calm daytime visit.

e/n enoteca naturale

★ 4.2 · 933 reviews

Discover e/n enoteca naturale, a natural wine bar hiding a peaceful garden in central Milan. Taste and choose from an interesting wine list while relaxing on the terrace.

Hidden Gems Guided Bike Tour

★ 4.8 · 1,698 reviews

See the side of Milan most visitors miss, on a relaxed guided ride. Cycle through quiet courtyards and creative districts and pause for a coffee.

Bea Bongiasca Boutique

★ 4.9 · 15 reviews

Pop into Bea Bongiasca Boutique, a bright little jewellery shop in central Milan. Try on colourful, playful designs and let the friendly team guide you toward a piece that suits you.

The Seed Milano

★ 4.0 · 163 reviews

Slow down at The Seed Milano, a hidden café on Viale Monte Nero where plants and soft light set the tone. Order a smoked salmon toast or matcha latte and settle in for a calm, unhurried breakfast.

Cotti Spiriti

★ 4.7 · 18 reviews

Discover Cotti Spiriti, a refurbished historic cocktail bar on a buzzing nightlife street. Order a well-made drink with a platter of cured meats and cheese and soak up the evening.

Botanical Garden Città Studi

★ 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.

Giardini della Guastalla

★ 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.

Tearose Boutique Milan

★ 4.6 · 53 reviews

Wander into Tearose Boutique, a Milan concept store that is part florist and part fashion house. Browse designer clothing, niche fragrances and interior pieces with helpful staff guiding you.