Weekends in Milan

Weekends in Milan - Graceful historic attractions and a stylish lifestyle
Long weekends in Milan are becoming ever more popular and contrary to popular belief, offer so much more than high class fashion and inspiring opera. The city is full of striking contrasts from its spectacular gothic cathedral, exciting cafe culture, fabulous art and the most vibrant bars and clubs in Italy. First time visitors will want to tour its evocative sights of Il Duomo cathedral, the exquisite La Scala opera house and the 15th century Sforza castle - all essential for a real sense of Milanese history and culture. For many however it is the stylish, yet uncomplicated lifestyle of the Milanesi that makes a stay in the city so enjoyable. Soak up the vibrant atmosphere of its teeming piazzas which is the perfect place to socialise. This is where seemingly the entire population congregates in the early evening, all dressed to impress and to see and be seen.

Milan Weekends - A city full of special events
A weekend break in the city is absolutely perfect for immersing oneself in rewarding study or pursuing an interest. Intensive Italian cookery and language courses are a very popular option for a long weekend in Milan and makes for a fulfilling and rewarding time in a vibrant social setting. A few days of inspiring art appreciation or even taking in a weekend game at the San Siro football stadium are all unforgettable in their own individual ways and offer contrasting images of a unique city. Regardless of when you visit, there is always a colourful spectacle or public event to enjoy that brings a fresh intensity and carnival atmosphere to the city. Be it glitzy fashion shows, opera and theatre seasons or vibrant summer festivals, Milan will come alive with colour and vitality.

Weekends in Milan - Stylish entertainment to suits all tastes
Milan has proved its pedigree as an all action city of vivacious entertainment and style and is firmly a major fixture on the European clubbing scene. All manner of nocturnal distractions are available including bohemian jazz clubs, live rock music venues, chic cocktail lounges and vast super clubs able to accommodate upwards of 2000 revellers. Unsurprisingly a night out in Milan can often resemble a high couture catwalk show with elegantly attired partygoers in stylishly designed venues. Milanese highbrow entertainment is very accessible at La Scale with world class opera and ballet complimented by a vibrant live theatre scene. Short breaks in Milan can also thrill to the inspiring sounds of two renowned city orchestras.