Heading to Milan in early April for 2 nights. Already booked a last supper tour. trying to make sense out of the rest of our time. The day trips to Lake Como seem great - but will it be cold and not worth a whole day - or should we spent time touring the city itself? Never have been there - it will be the first city when we arrive in Italy. Also need recommendations on how to get to the city from the airport - not afraid to use public transport. Thanks for any advice.
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how to get to the city from the airport
By train of course - https://www.milanomalpensa-airport.com/en/from-to/by-train
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OP
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thank you - was looking at the train options - it is recommended to buy tickets before you go? how do I know what terminal we will be arriving at?
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Huntsville, AL, USA
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You can purchase the train ticket into Milan's central city after you arrive--from a vending machine with a credit card. Trains make that route constantly. I would think there's a yellow box by the train where you validate the ticket.
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Chicago, IL, USA
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Milan is one of the few cathedrals in Europe you can access the roof. Wonderful up close view of the architecture and sculpture.
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Sapulpa, OK, USA
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Please spend some time in Milan; it's a beautiful city with lots to see. We spent 3 or 4 days there a few years ago, and didn't see half what we wanted to. And we've learned since about some great sights we hadn't even heard of before!
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Franklin, TN, USA
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Do access that roof…it is AMAZING!
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With two nights I would concentrate on the area around the Duomo. Arrange for a morning tour of the Duomo, have lunch and then visit the Duomo museum. So many beautiful churches to visit, museums and great restaurants. Milan is a walk-able city. Plan your visit around your Last Supper tour. Enjoy.
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Irving
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You don’t have time to visit Varenna and Bellagio on Lake Como if spending two nights in Milan. You need three nights in Milan to enjoy a day trip to the lake district. Arrival day is a business day i.e., withdraw euros if needed, etc.
When I settle into a hotel or Airbnb, I like to explore what’s nearby in case I need a pharmacy, store, ATM, laundromat, café, etc. You don’t want to be touring a museum on your first day after landing from a transatlantic flight. I've done it a couple times and once I was miserable. The second time I took a brief tour which was better but there are some museums where you need to spend a lot of time.
On arrival day you want to freshen up and stay on your feet and end the day with a nice dinner and go to bed early so the next day you’re ready to tackle the sights.