1)The Last Supper is the most famous painting of Leonardo Da Vinci and it is kept in the Gothic church – Saint Maria delle Grazie or Saint Mary of the Graces. It is surrounded by intricate mosaics and the overall effect is quite humbling. You can also see the altar of Catholic Saint Padre Pio. The church is so popular that you should reserve your ticket months in advance, and likewise it is best to book car hire Milan long before you come in order to get the best prices. Call 02 89421146 to get tickets for the S. Maria delle Grazie.
2)The most impressive building is probably the Duomo cathedral which has incredible stained glass windows. This late Gothic church is made of white marble and has hundreds of statues attached to it so can t fail to dazzle the visitor. There are also spectacular views for those fit enough to climb the spires. Near to the station you can pop into the Duomo museum to find out more about this magnificent building which was constructed seven hundred years ago. The museum not only has walk in facades but sculptures will you are sure to find enlightening.
3)Aside from the Saint Maria delle Grazie and the Duomo, Milan is famous for having the oldest churches in Italy so take some time to see them. They include the Renaisssance frescoed church of Saint Maurice and the Byzantine church of Saint Ambrose in the Piazza San Ambrogio.
4)Milan is a shopper s dreams and there are a number of markets in the city which sell everything from antiques to vintage shoes. In the dell Antiquario del Naviglio Grande alone there are four hundred merchants and you can get bargains on all sorts of items including carpets and lamps. Also look out for beautiful shoes.
5)Just Cavalli café – Milan is one of the foremost fashion cities in the world and what could be more fashionable than going to a café owned by the designer Roberto Cavalli? This is a place to see and be seen and you may even get the chance to spot some celebrities.
6)With car hire Milan you can get out of the city and enjoy the sights around which include the Lago dOtro. The scenery here is stunning and it is surrounded by lots of pretty towns. A great place to relax.
7)The Castello Sforzesco is a huge and imposing building which housed one of the old ruling families of Milan. It is therefore an intrinsic part of the city s history. There are also museums outside of it which provide interesting information. The Castello Sforzesco was also used by the Austrian governor during the Habsburg empire.
8)Fashion week takes place in February. Milan is considered to be a capital of fashion where the latest trends are set and followed. Should you be able to get hold of one of the coveted tickets you can see the creations of designers like Fendi and Dolce and Gabbana.
9)If you like opera La Scala Theatre has some of the best operatic performances in the world. The building has been recently renovated to preserve its grandeur and it is located at 2 Via Filodrammatici.
10)See the Bronze Horse carved by Leonardo da Vinci. It stands outside the San Siro which is the football stadium for both the Milan football teams.
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