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If you’re in it for the fashion, book a shopping-centric tour to explore the city’s stylish fashion district.
You'll find Milanese fare at restaurants and cafés throughout the galleria, as well as gelato shops on nearby Santa Margherita.
If you're staying in Florence, Rome, or Venice but want to visit Milan, book a full-day or multi-day trip to the city.
Most Milan city tours last about 3 hours.
The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is accessible for wheelchair users and those with strollers.
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When was the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan built, and by whom?
The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan was built between 1865 and 1877 by architect Giuseppe Mengoni. The shopping gallery, which features two glass-vaulted arcades, is among the oldest in Italy and was part of an urban modernization project after the Second War of Italian Independence. The Galleria is named after Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of Italy following unification.
What are the must-see attractions inside the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II?
Nicknamed il salotto di Milano (Milan’s living room), the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is a major tourist attraction, known for its neoclassical architecture and bull floor mosaic in the center of the gallery. There are major attractions on the arcade’s doorstep, such as the Duomo and the Piazza di Marino.
How long does it take to explore the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II?
It really depends. You can stop for an espresso and take a stroll among the shops in about 30 minutes to an hour, but you can easily spend half a day or longer browsing and watching tourists mingle with Milan locals.
Is there an entrance fee to visit the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II?
No, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is a public shopping gallery and doesn't require an entrance fee. To visit, find one of four public entrances and simply walk in. If you want to visit the Duomo nearby, and you’re not headed for mass, you’ll have to pay for admission.
What are the famous shops or restaurants inside the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II?
The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is home to some of the city’s oldest and most famous shops, restaurants, and cafés. Head to the restaurant Biffi, founded in 1867, the upscale Savini Restaurant, and Libreria Bocca, thought to be the oldest bookshop in Italy.
Is the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II wheelchair-accessible?
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is mostly accessible for those in wheelchairs—all four entrances to the gallery are step free and sidewalk ramps lead from street level to the gallery floors. The closest restrooms for wheelchair users are within the Duomo Museum.
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