Anonymous
Post 01/25/2025 13:22     Subject: Several days in Milan worth it?
If you only want to see old churches and palaces, then probably not. I was in Milan for a day and wish I had at least another day. Loved visiting Villa Necchi and walking around residential side streets. Didn't have time to go get drinks around the canal.

I'd say Milan is worth spending more time in if you appreciate more of a local vibe. And if you genuinely enjoy stuff like fashion, design, architecture. But if you want to hit the standard classic art and churches, then no.
Anonymous
Post 01/25/2025 00:02     Subject: Re:Several days in Milan worth it?
Two things made our quick stay in Milan amazing:

1. we stayed in the Townhouse hotel that’s in the galleria (mall). Incredible balcony and views and the windows have like five panes of glass so you can shut out the noise.

2. Lining up for Luinis panzerotti (turnovers)

I love, love lake como in the off season.
Anonymous
Post 01/24/2025 22:12     Subject: Several days in Milan worth it?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Milan really is bland. I lived there for 3 years. It's still superior than any city in the US, so as an American you will likely enjoy it. Most Europeans find it dull.


Agree that Milan is kind of bland. Disagree that it’s “superior to any city in the U.S.”. I’ll take NYC anytime over Milan.


PP here. Meant to include San Francisco too, which is my favorite U.S.city. Nothing wrong with Milan…though is s bit boring. San Fran has more interesting sites, attractions, scenery and even better food.
Anonymous
Post 01/24/2025 22:10     Subject: Several days in Milan worth it?
Anonymous wrote:Milan really is bland. I lived there for 3 years. It's still superior than any city in the US, so as an American you will likely enjoy it. Most Europeans find it dull.


Agree that Milan is kind of bland. Disagree that it’s “superior to any city in the U.S.”. I’ll take NYC anytime over Milan.
Anonymous
Post 01/24/2025 20:38     Subject: Several days in Milan worth it?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Please share favorite day trips from Milan.


Verona is pretty easy. It's touristy but still a fun place to wander around.


+1
Anonymous
Post 01/23/2025 08:38     Subject: Several days in Milan worth it?
Milan really is bland. I lived there for 3 years. It's still superior than any city in the US, so as an American you will likely enjoy it. Most Europeans find it dull.
Anonymous
Post 01/23/2025 00:24     Subject: Several days in Milan worth it?
Anonymous wrote:Please share favorite day trips from Milan.


Verona is pretty easy. It's touristy but still a fun place to wander around.