The first thing that comes to mind when considering things to do in Milan, Italy is to visit the opera. The world famous historical opera house of La Scala has been housing performances by performers, conductors and composers since 1778. The Milan Cathedral contains a collection of beautiful and sacred articles donated by wealthy noblemen and patrons over the centuries. Visit the Castle Sforzesco of interest due to two leading Italian families and as the site of some Bramante and Da Vinci commissions. Michelangelo's last work, unfinished is located here. The Play Planet for children is popular. Few people will miss the opportunity to view Da Vinci's masterpiece known as "The Last Supper".

Milan shopping is unlike any other shopping experience you may have had in the past. The most expensive showrooms and most prestigious boutiques in the world can be found lining the boulevards and pedestrian walkways in Milan. The famous Via Montenapoleone crossed by Via Sant'Andrea that in turn crosses Via Della Spiga forms a section of commercial real estate that includes outlets for Gucci, Versace, Rossetti, Vuitton, Prada and Valentino among others. This shopping area is just the high-end products. When you shop for middle range fashion and accessories, the options are even more exciting. A totally different experience can be found in Milan's two markets.

Car parking - car hire in Milan is a good idea so that you will be able to travel easily to view the major attractions in this city. Arranging to pick up your rental vehicle at one of the airport locations or in the city means you will have transportation available from the moment you arrive in the city until the time to drop off the vehicle and return to the skies. Milan is a beautiful city, but it's old and doesn't always have the same type of driving arrangements as you would find in your home city so caution is recommended.

Choosing your Milan hotel online means that you can compare prices, accommodations and amenities from an objective standpoint. If you need business facilities, the information will be included in the descriptions online. Family friendly hotels are noted. Location of the hotel is an important factor when you decide whether you need to hire a car or whether you can make do with public transportation. The dining experiences at a Milan restaurant are among the finest in Europe. You can find traditional Italian food, of course, but you can also enjoy the more robust Mediterranean fare as well as the richer French treats.