Scala Travel Guide

Milan

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II showing shopping, interior views and heritage architecture
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II featuring a city, heritage architecture and a square or plaza
Teatro alla Scala showing a statue or sculpture and a monument
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II featuring heritage architecture
Teatro alla Scala showing heritage architecture, a monument and a statue or sculpture

Popular places to visit

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II featuring heritage architecture, a castle and night scenes

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

4.5/5(236 reviews)

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.

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Teatro alla Scala showing heritage architecture, a monument and a statue or sculpture

Teatro alla Scala

4.5/5(181 reviews)

Enjoy classical music, see a ballet or discover the history of opera at this world famous theater and museum.

Teatro alla Scala
Armani Megastore

Armani Megastore

Eat, sleep and breathe the universe of ‘King Giorgio’ in an enormous complex that is heaven for devotees of Milanese fashion style.

Armani Megastore
Statue of Leonardo Da Vinci

Statue of Leonardo Da Vinci

4/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Milan with a stop at Statue of Leonardo Da Vinci. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Statue of Leonardo Da Vinci
Piazza della Scala which includes a statue or sculpture, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

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.

Piazza della Scala
Museo Poldi Pezzoli

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.

Museo Poldi Pezzoli

Things to do

Join a boat cruise along the lake

Bellagio & Varenna - Small Group Tour from Milan with Boat Cruise

฿5,497
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Bellagio & Varenna - Small Group Tour from Milan with Boat Cruise
Delicious! Milan's Favorite Food Tour

Delicious! Milan's Favorite Food Tour

฿2,954
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Delicious! Milan's Favorite Food Tour
Milan: Discover the last supper with a walking tour of the city

Da Vinci’s Last Supper & Milan Masterpieces Walking Tour

฿4,039
per adult
Da Vinci’s Last Supper & Milan Masterpieces Walking Tour
Milan: La Scala Theatre and Museum Guided Tour

Milan: La Scala Theatre and Museum Guided Tour

฿1,758
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Milan: La Scala Theatre and Museum Guided Tour
Best of Milan audio tour: From the gorgeous Duomo to Castello Sforzesco

Best of Milan audio tour: From the gorgeous Duomo to Castello Sforzesco

฿262
per adult
Best of Milan audio tour: From the gorgeous Duomo to Castello Sforzesco
Milan: La Scala Theater and Museum Tour with Entry Tickets

Milan: La Scala Theater and Museum Tour with Entry Tickets

฿1,384
per adult
Milan: La Scala Theater and Museum Tour with Entry Tickets
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Top hotels in Scala

The Corner Duomo Hotel

The Corner Duomo Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Adalberto Catena, 2, Milan, MI
The price is ฿9,252 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿9,252
฿10,705 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star property in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (960 reviews)
"Hotel was conveniently located to shopping area’s & restaurants."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

The Corner Duomo Hotel
ibis Milano Centro

ibis Milano Centro

3 out of 5
Via Finocchiaro Aprile Camillo 2, Milan, MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,498 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,498
฿4,323 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,293 reviews)
"Nice location."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

ibis Milano Centro
UNA Hotels Galles Milano

UNA Hotels Galles Milano

4 out of 5
Piazza Lima 2, Milan, MI
The price is ฿4,557 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
฿4,557
฿5,541 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel was about a 10-15 minute walk from the central station. It looked tired from the outside, but was very spacious inside. The rooms were clean and again spacious. The separate bath and shower were a nice touch for the end of a long journey. There was a gym, swimming pool and sauna. However, ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

UNA Hotels Galles Milano
Uptown Palace

Uptown Palace

4 out of 5
Via Santa Sofia N.10, Milan, MI
The price is ฿6,148 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿6,148
฿7,291 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Love the location. Helpful staff and friendly. Wonderful to receive a Gold member upgrade! Grazie"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Uptown Palace
Novotel Milano Linate Aeroporto

Novotel Milano Linate Aeroporto

4 out of 5
Via Mecenate 121, Milan, MI
The price is ฿3,300 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿3,300
฿4,158 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"This was very relaxing, very clean, staff very friendly, and we had everything we needed!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Novotel Milano Linate Aeroporto
Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan

Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan

5 out of 5
Piazza Duca D Aosta 9, Milan, MI
The price is ฿11,945 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿11,945
฿13,667 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (960 reviews)
Comfortable stay
"Room 226 has great views over central station. Room size was spacious with all the amenities of chargeable mini bar, slippers, shoe shine etc. very comfortable big bed. Bathroom was well equipped with toiletries, shower cap, vanity pack. There was also plenty of towels too. Rain fall shower head ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan
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Other neighbourhoods around Scala

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II featuring heritage architecture, a castle and night scenes

Milan Centre

4.5/5(377 area reviews)

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.

Milan Centre
Centro Storico

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.

Centro Storico
Pinacoteca di Brera which includes heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Brera

Shopping, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of Brera. Make a stop by Pinacoteca di Brera or Orto Botanico di Brera while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Via Cusani Tram Stop or Cairoli Station to get around town.

Brera
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San Babila

Discover San Babila, memorable for its shopping. Popular attractions in San Babila include Piazza San Babila and San Babila, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at San Babila Station.

San Babila
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San Marco

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting San Marco, you might make a stop by sights like Corriere della Sera and Cerchia dei Navigli.

San Marco
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Porta Venezia

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Spas, historical sites and shopping highlight some notable features of Porta Venezia. Make a stop by Porta Venezia or Galleria d'Arte Moderna while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Porta Venezia M1 Tram Stop or Porta Venezia Station to get around town.

Porta Venezia

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