Scala Travel Guide
Milan
Popular places to visit
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Prada, Gucci and Louis Vuitton are just some of the big names of fashion that you’ll find in one of the world’s oldest shopping centers.
Teatro alla Scala
Enjoy classical music, see a ballet or discover the history of opera at this world famous theater and museum.
Armani Megastore
Eat, sleep and breathe the universe of ‘King Giorgio’ in an enormous complex that is heaven for devotees of Milanese fashion style.
Piazza della Scala
Gaze up at the city hall and the world-renowned theater from the green island at the core of this plaza, which pays tribute to Leonardo da Vinci.
Museo Poldi Pezzoli
A former private villa and art collection has become an intimate but impressive museum, with an emphasis on Flemish and Italian fine and decorative arts.
Gallerie d'italia piazza della Scala
One of Milan’s newest art galleries displays Italian 19th and 20th century art across three adjoining mansions, including a former bank that’s been ingeniously adapted.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Milan Hop-on Hop-off
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall
DayTrip to Como, Bellagio and Lugano from Milan with Lake Como Cruise
Monza: Acquaworld Experience with Entry Tickets
Bernina Red Train And St Moritz Tour from Milan
Top hotels in Scala
Grand Hotel et de Milan
"The hotel was a beautiful, well maintained historic hotel. The staff couldn’t have been nicer. My only negative was the bathroom. Very small and no place to put toiletries."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Galleria Vik Milano - Townhouse Galleria - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
"Amazing hotel, staff are awesome. The location and our room was exceptional. Will definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
UNA Hotels Galles Milano
"Absolutely five stars! Welcoming staff, fantastic location, beautifully decorated throughout."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
ibis Milano Centro
"We love the contemporary style of the hotel and very good breakfast experience. The area of the hotel is noisy."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione
"Everything was terrible from check in where we were sent to some horror film looking room up 3 flights of stairs to a desk manager who obviously sent us there after our original room was not available, and I could not understand the ineptitude, though I was always polite. The place smells and the ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Hotel Berna
"Good location next to train station. Many good restaurants in the area. Great staff."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Scala
Milan Centre
Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Milan are top sights in Milan Centre, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duomo Station or Via Orefici P.za Cordusio Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.
Central Station
Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Central Station. Corso Buenos Aires is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Via Settembrini Tram Stop or Via Vitruvio Tram Stop to see more of Milan.
Centro Storico
Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Milan are top sights in Centro Storico, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Via Orefici P.za Cordusio Tram Stop or Cordusio M1 Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.
Brera
Shopping, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of Brera. Make a stop by Pinacoteca di Brera or Teatro alla Scala while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Via Cusani Tram Stop or Cairoli Station to get around town.
Navigli
Navigli is a destination travellers like for its art galleries, and you might hop aboard the metro at Via Valenza Alzaia Nav. Grande Tram Stop or Porta Genova M2 Tram Stop to explore sights like Darsena.
