Discover Milan’s 200 best spots for a Friend Groups' trip

Navigli

Stroll the canalside lanes of the Navigli, where Milan's old waterways now hold lively bars and restaurants. Walk along the Naviglio Grande at golden hour, then settle in for aperitivo as the lights come on over the water.

Darsena di Milano

★ 4.4 · 648 reviews

Walk the edge of the Darsena, Milan's old canal port, at the start of the Navigli. Wander the waterside walkways, browse the markets and settle in for a coffee or evening drink.

Blue Note Milano

★ 4.6 · 5,273 reviews

Spend an evening at Blue Note Milano, the Italian home of the legendary New York jazz club. Settle in with dinner and a drink while an international band plays live jazz or blues in an intimate, atmospheric room.

Brera

Lose yourself in Brera, Milan's artistic quarter of cobbled lanes and ochre palazzi. Browse galleries and boutiques, glance into hidden courtyards, and finish with an aperitivo in one of the neighbourhood's intimate bars.

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

★ 4.7 · 116,552 reviews

Walk through the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Milan's grand glass-covered arcade beside the Duomo. Admire the dome and mosaics, window-shop the boutiques, and stop for a coffee in one of the historic cafés.

Nottingham Forest

★ 4.4 · 3,067 reviews

Discover Nottingham Forest, a compact rustic cocktail bar in Milan with a long menu of inventive recipes. Try drinks served in one-of-a-kind cups, alongside quirky snacks and offbeat decor.

Isola

Wander Isola, the former working-class quarter now buzzing with street art and craft bars. Stroll between small independent shops and settle in for a drink in the shadow of Porta Nuova's modern towers.

Sunset Navigli Food and Drinks Tour with a Local

★ 4.7 · 438 reviews

Stroll along the Navigli canals at sunset on a guided food and drinks tour. You will taste aperitivo, risotto and other local bites across at least four stops while your guide shares stories of the district.

Mag Cafe

★ 4.4 · 4,211 reviews

Discover Mag Cafe, a snug, vintage-style bar in Milan open from breakfast until late. Work through a long list of inventive cocktails while complimentary snacks arrive at your table.

Duomo di Milano

★ 4.8 · 210,814 reviews

Stand before the Duomo di Milano, the cathedral that anchors the whole city. Explore its enormous Gothic interior, then consider climbing to the roof for a close look at the spires.

Rita Cocktails

★ 4.6 · 2,238 reviews

Discover Rita Cocktails, a bustling bar with a polished, New York-style feel. Share small plates and sip inventive cocktails, with a strong non-alcoholic list for anyone skipping the spirits.

Lacerba

★ 4.5 · 2,761 reviews

Discover Lacerba, a Milan restaurant and bar set among exposed pipes and columned arches. Start with a cocktail from an enormous spirits list, then move on to seafood-led Modern Italian dishes.

Milan Urban Winery: Taste & Tour at Cantina Urbana

★ 4.7 · 847 reviews

Discover Cantina Urbana, a working urban winery tucked inside Milan. Tour the barrels, amphorae and tanks, then taste four or six house wines alongside local food with a host who loves to talk wine.

Nidaba Theatre - Live Music & Blues Club Milano Navigli

★ 4.7 · 1,072 reviews

Slip into Nidaba Theatre, a cosy live music club in Milan's Navigli district. Grab a table close to the stage and listen to blues, country, rock or folk played by musicians from Italy and beyond.

Ristorante Berton

★ 4.6 · 709 reviews

Discover Ristorante Berton, a minimalist fine-dining room in Milan where precision shows on every plate. Work through a multi-course tasting menu of refined pasta, meat and fish, finishing with mignardises.

Rinascente Milano

★ 4.4 · 24,748 reviews

Explore Rinascente Milano, the grand department store beside the Duomo. Move through floors of designer fashion, curated homeware and Italian gourmet food and wine in one central stop.

Via Monte Napoleone

★ 4.5 · 1,675 reviews

Stroll Via Monte Napoleone, the polished heart of Milan's Fashion District. Walk past haute couture flagships and jewellery boutiques, soaking up the refined atmosphere even if you only window-shop.

N'Ombra de Vin

★ 4.0 · 2,177 reviews

Discover N'Ombra de Vin, a Milan wine bar that hides a huge cellar beneath its modest entrance. Browse a list built on more than 2,500 bottles and enjoy a glass in a local favourite.

Ristorante Procaccini Milano

★ 4.3 · 219 reviews

Discover Ristorante Procaccini Milano, an elegant dinner-only restaurant with Michelin-level ambitions. Enjoy polished service, creative plates and carefully made cocktails over a relaxed two-hour evening.

drinc. Cocktail & Conversation

★ 4.7 · 665 reviews

Discover drinc., a tiny, chic bar with floor-to-ceiling windows. Sip creative cocktails chosen with the mixologist's help and enjoy light bites in a calm, polished setting.

Dry

★ 4.2 · 2,425 reviews

Discover Dry, a lively Milan spot where pizza and cocktails share equal billing. Order a pie topped with salsiccia and friarielli, then settle into the buzzing room with a well-made drink.

Lubna Milano

★ 4.6 · 370 reviews

Discover Lubna, a roomy post-industrial restaurant and bar in Milan with an open kitchen at its centre. Share a curated menu and a round of drinks, inside or on the outdoor space.

Porta Nuova

★ 4.4 · 1,683 reviews

Walk through Porta Nuova, Milan's showcase of modern architecture and public space. Photograph the tree-covered residential towers, cross the lively squares and watch locals dance, skate and cycle around the water features.

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.

Ceresio 7 Pools & Restaurant

★ 4.4 · 3,440 reviews

Discover Ceresio 7, a rooftop restaurant with pools and a sweeping Milan skyline view. Start with an aperitivo at sunset, then stay on for modern Italian dishes.

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.

Mandarin Garden

★ 4.5 · 382 reviews

Discover Mandarin Garden, an elegant Milan bar and restaurant that stays open from early morning to late night. Linger over carefully plated dishes and well-made cocktails in a refined, romantic setting.

Trap | Escape Room Milano

★ 4.9 · 3,642 reviews

Test your wits at Trap Escape Room Milano, a top-rated venue with story-driven rooms. Work with your team to crack puzzles inside a beautifully built set, from icy Antarctic expeditions to spooky midnight games.

Cantine Isola dal 1896

★ 4.5 · 2,199 reviews

Discover Cantine Isola, a wine bar open since 1896 with a long list of Italian and international wines. Sample by the glass with snacks and friendly guidance from the staff.

Bar Basso

★ 3.7 · 3,616 reviews

Discover Bar Basso, a Milan institution where the Negroni Sbagliato arrives in an oversized glass. Soak up the old-school glamour, dress-code-sharp staff and unhurried drinks on the outdoor seating.