Apartments in Milan -- Best Budget Accommodation
Milan is a city of fashion and industrial power. It's regarded as the fashion and design capital of the world with a stylish urban scene to match, and it harbours a rich and fascinating history lurking behind the designer shops. At the heart of the city, the intricate Duomo stands tall and proud, impressing its Imperial Roman culture and consistent attention to detail on the surrounding areas. Milan isn't just a shallow fashion hotspot with a heavy business emphasis, though, it is a romantic Italian city to its core with an array of amazing things to do -- from exploring huge art collections, enjoying the vibrant nightlife, and eating some of Italy's best-loved cuisine. Get to know the real Milan by choosing one of our central apartments in Milan. We have cheap studios and short term rentals for every kind of traveller, whether you're a shopping enthusiast, an art aficionado, or a hard-core foodie.
Ornate Cathedrals and Classic Opera - Things to do in Milan
- Milan Cathedral -- The most iconic piece of architecture in Milan takes pride of place in the centre of the city. Dedicated to Santa Maria Nascente, the intricate Gothic design took almost six centuries to build.
- Teatro alla Scala -- This world-renowned opera house is a bastion of culture amongst the operatic world and regularly shows huge performances beneath the gold-domed ceiling.
- Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II -- In true Milan shopping style, this ornate shopping mall is one of the oldest in the world. Set inside a four-storey arcade, it boasts a massive selection of designer and boutique stores.
- Sforza Castle -- This 14^th^ Century fortress sits on the outskirts of the city surrounded by lush greenery. It's simple in design and a fine example of Roman architecture.
- Santa Maria delle Grazie -- An eye-catching church that is now considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site and contains Da Vinci's iconic mural of The Last Supper.
- Pinacoteca di Brera -- This is Milan's main museum for Italian works of art, showcasing one of the best collections of Italian art in the world.
- San Siro Stadium -- Also known as the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, this football ground is the home of A.C Milan and F.C. Internazionale Milano.
- Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio -- Designed in typical Roman style, this church is a religious hotspot in the heart of the city.
- San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore -- This ornate church was once a part of a pivotal convent of the Benedictines, but now displays an array of archaeological artefacts and relics.
- Piazza del Duomo, Milan -- The main square in Milan is always bustling with activity. It's surrounded by grand architecture, including the intricate detailing of Milan Cathedral.
- Navigli -- An old network of twisting, turning canals that weave their way around the city. Many of them are lined with cosy bars and artisan stalls.
- Porta Ticinese -- An old gateway that was initially built using the Spanish walls of the city back in the 16^th^
- Brera -- This is the old district of Milan centred around cobbled alleyways lined with local cafes and cute boutique stores.
- Santa Maria presso Dan Satiro -- A major church in Milan dedicated to Saint Satyrus that sits on an old primitive worship spot.
- Museo Poldi Pezzoli -- This popular art museum is situated near the Teatro alla Scala and displays a range of old and new works from Italy and beyond.
- Parco Sempione -- Set in the historic centre of Milan, this huge park provides plenty of open spaces to walk and relax.
- Bagatti Valsecchi Museum, Milan -- Located inside an impressive building decorated with black and white floors and gold-studded details, this historic house proves to be a popular hit with tourists.
- Planetario di Milano -- Milan's city planetarium is the biggest in the country and has been in working use since the 1930s.
Our selection of Milan apartments span all areas of the city, including in and around the popular areas above.
Evening Strolls and Sunday Lunches -- Local Life in Milan
Get under the skin of Milan by exploring the streets as a local. Once you've experienced all the major attractions, discover some of the lesser-known parts of the city. Firstly, check out the exhibitions at the city's photography gallery, Carle Sozzani, which has a regularly changing schedule of events, and then take a stroll along the Navigli canals, grab a hot coffee and watch the buzz of life unfold around you. Afterwards, make your way to Colonne di San Lorenzo, a historical square that has become the evening hangout for young people. It's the perfect place to enjoy Milan after dark, with its collection of quirky bars and impressive architecture.
On weekends, local Milano's head out into the countryside that surrounds the city to enjoy lunch at one of the many agriturismo restaurants. There are plenty of vineyards and old country eateries dotted around, so pull up a chair and enjoy the lazy afternoons.
Explore the city like a local by checking into one of our cosy boutique apartments in Milan that are dotted throughout the city's streets.
Milan Accommodation
Milan accommodation reflects the trendy, cultural atmosphere of the city itself. Amongst the stylish shops and the ornate Gothic architecture there are loads of short term places to stay that offer a sophisticated insight into Italian city life. As well as high-end hotels that flourish with designer details and cheap guesthouses that burst with traditional charm, there are a number of modern hostels that cater to the younger crowd in Milan, and affordable apartments that surround the major attractions and look out over the stunning city skyline.
Making it to Milan -- Getting from the Airport to the City Centre
Milan is serviced by two airports. Linate Airport is the smaller of the two and is mainly used for domestic flights. The best way to get from Linate to the city centre is by bus or taxi, since there is no train service. There is a direct express bus that runs from outside the terminal to Piazza San Babila in Milan's centre.
Malpensa Airport is the more popular air arrival hub, catering to most low-cost carriers and international flights. There are numerous options for getting from the airport to the city centre, including a direct shuttle bus which takes about an hour and leaves every 20 minutes. Alternatively there is the Malpensa express train, which you can catch to either Piazza Cadorna metro stop or Central Station. The latter journey takes slightly longer, though you'll be right in the centre of the city.
Visitors can also arrive in Milan from other Italian cities as well as neighbouring countries via the extensive and reliable cross-country train services. If you're arriving this way, you will most likely end up at Central Station.
