Things To Do in Milan This Summer
Like many large cities, Milan can be a challenge during the hottest months of summer, and it takes a bit of planning to enjoy the highlights in comfort. Do as the Milanesi do and divide your time between the city center and cooler coast and countryside. Here are a few ways to experience the best of summer in Milan, even when temperatures soar.
Head to the Duomo and see The Last Supper
Choose a skip-the-line tour of the Duomo and Leonardo da Vinci’s *Last Supper* for priority entry.
See the city by Segway
Avoid getting footsore with a long walking itinerary, and instead zip through the city on a Segway tour.
Taste the local delicacies
Cool the palate with a gelato master class (and tasting!) or other food experience.
Have a beach day
Catch a sea breeze on the coast with a jaunt to the picturesque Cinque Terre.
Visit the famous nearby lakes
Head to cooler climes with a day trip to Lake Como or Lake Maggiore.
Ride the train to the mountains
Escape to the refreshing Alpine peaks with a train ride on the Bernina Express as far as St. Moritz.
Check out the local nightlife
Experience Milan’s famed nightlife, when temperatures drop but the clubs and bars heat up.
