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Milan Events

Milano Marathon

An annual, challenging long-distance race through Milan city centre.

Date: 02 April 2023 - 02 April 2023
Venue: Throughout the city.
Website: https://www.milanomarathon.it/en/
Cost:

Free to spectate.

Festa del Naviglio (Naviglio Festival)

Taking place in the first ten days of June, this large summer fête features theatre shows, folklore music and dance shows. The culmination of the events is a dazzling torchlight parade.

Date: 01 June 2023 - 30 June 2023
Venue: Naviglio.

Italian Grand Prix

A lot of energy and excitement surrounds the Italian Grand Prix, which takes place in Autodromo Nazionale Monza, about 20km (13mi) from Milan.

Date: 03 September 2023 - 03 September 2023
Venue: Monza Circuit.
Website: https://www.grandprixevents.com/
Cost:

Various

Inauguration of the Opera Season

The main opera house, Teatro alla Scala (Theatre at the Stairway), kicks start the season on Milan's feast day, the Festa di Sant'Ambrogio. Expect the programmes to go till March the following year.

Date: 07 September 2023 - 31 March 2024
(Date to be confirmed)
Venue: Teatro alla Scala.
Cost:

Various.

Milan Film Festival (MFF)

Established in 1996, the Milano Film Festival has grown from being a film competition to now a cultural event showcasing full-length feature films in a wide variety of genres and formats.

Date: 01 October 2023 - 31 October 2023
(Date to be confirmed)
Venue: Various venues.
Website: https://milanofilmfestival.it/en/
Cost:

Various.

Mercatini di Natale a Milano (Christmas Fair)

Milan really goes to town at Christmas time, making it a magical time of the year to visit the city. Two main Christmas markets are held in Piazza Duomo and near Castello Sforzesco. There is also a Village of Wonders featuring a staking rink, along with concerts and performances.

Date: 20 November 2023 - 31 December 2023
(Date to be confirmed)
Venue: Centre of Milan.
Cost:

Free.

Ambrosiano (Milan Carnival)

Milan's Ambrosian Carnival features a parade of floats, street performances and dance shows.

Date: 01 February 2024 - 29 February 2024
(Date to be confirmed)
Venue: Piazza Duomo.
Cost:

Free to spectate.

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City Highlight: Milan

Famous for fashion and football, Milan also features a magnificent mix of traditional and modern architecture, making it an essential Italian destination

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Featured Hotels

Hotel Principe Di Savoia

David Beckham, Ben Affleck and Sophia Loren are among the celebrities to have graced this top-notch luxury hotel. With all the hustle and bustle of a large hotel, but the attentive service of a boutique, the swimming pool, spa and impressive bar make Principe Di Savoia one of Milan’s more fashionable stays.

Hotel Ariston

Only five minutes from the Duomo, this is Milan's first ecological hotel, which offers 52 plain, immaculate but tastefully furnished rooms that are comfortable yet inexpensive. Some come with a Jacuzzi while others offer city views. There's Wi-Fi, and free bicycles are available for guests to use.

Magna Pars Suites

If you want to spend the night as a supermodel might, then these huge stylish suites in a converted perfume factory are just the ticket. Located in the fashionable Forcella district, which is awash with designers in fashion week, this suite-only hotel has every mod con.

TownHouse Galleria

Just a stone's throw from the Duomo, this is Europe's first 7-star hotel. It offers guests an in-room coiffeur and spa service, free Wi-Fi, and a fully stocked minibar that is refurbished daily. They offer a choice of contemporary suites overlook the Galleria. Exclusive and opulent, it gives guests serious bragging rights.

Hotel Lancaster

Located near the calm of Parco Sempione, this simply furnished, art nouveau hotel is a good budget option. The rooms are clean, while staff are friendly and helpful. It is also outside the congestion charge zone, so a good choice if driving. We suggest asking for a room with a balcony for a fantastic view.

LaGare Hotel Milano Centrale

Built for the Milan Expo in 2015, this sparkling 4-star stay has much more to offer than its superb location near Central and Porta Garibaldi stations. Sleek sleeping quarters make the most of muted colours and Murano glass, while its rooftop bar, world-class wellness centre and sublime spa are further reasons not to leave.

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