Milan, the Capital of Italian Style

The Duomo, the Milan Cathedral.

Milan blends timeless elegance with contemporary design and the unmistakable Italian art of living. As one of the world’s fashion capitals, the city captivates with its historic palaces, hidden courtyards and museums, as well as its iconic boutiques, lively cafés and outstanding cuisine. Here, refinement is a way of life, where heritage, creativity and the pleasures of Italian living come together effortlessly.

Why Visit Milan This Autumn?

September is when Milan truly comes into its own. Historic neighbourhoods invite leisurely strolls, café terraces are perfect for lingering over a drink, and warm evenings are made for relaxing outdoors. Just beyond the city, Formula 1 fans can experience the excitement of the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, one of the fastest and most iconic circuits in the world.This year, lovers of fashion, design and fine craftsmanship have another reason to visit. Milan will host Vogue World 2026, the prestigious event organised by the renowned fashion magazine Vogue. For one unforgettable evening, the city will celebrate the excellence of Italian craftsmanship in all its forms.

Not to Be Missed

Admire the magnificent Duomo, climb to its rooftop terraces, stroll through the elegant Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, before continuing to the Quadrilatero della Moda, where the world’s leading fashion houses stand alongside emerging Italian designers.
Explore the charming Brera district, with its art galleries, cobbled streets, artisan workshops and bohemian cafés.
Discover Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper at Santa Maria delle Grazie, a monumental mural regarded as one of the defining masterpieces of the Renaissance.
Discover CityLife, one of Milan’s most dynamic districts, where striking architecture by Zaha Hadid, Arata Isozaki and Daniel Libeskind sits alongside elegant boutiques and expansive green spaces

Shopping in the Fashion District.

Monza National Circuit.

Immerse Yourself in the Italian Dolce Vita

Around the Duomo or in the Navigli district, savour an aperitivo, the Italian pre-dinner tradition, accompanied by bruschette, toasted bread topped with seasonal ingredients, and panzerotti, which are fried savoury pastries, especially at Luini, a true Milanese institution.
In Brera, enjoy a creamy risotto or the city’s classic cotoletta alla milanese, a breaded veal cutlet, before finishing with a cannoncino alla crema, a crisp puff pastry filled with pastry cream, from one of the district’s traditional pastry shops.
End the day with a performance at the legendary Teatro alla Scala or wander through Brera’s beautifully illuminated streets.

September 2026