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    Parco Sempione

    4.4 (61 reviews)
    Open 6:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    Lots of people in the park on a sunny Saturday afternoon
    Susan C.

    Beautiful park in Milan, directly next to (or a part of?) the Sforzesco Castle grounds. Overall the park is spacious and clean, plenty of walking paths for a stroll by yourself, a buddy or man's best friend. Lots of trees and green space, in addition to ponds/lakes and some fountains and statues. Aside from the castle and the museums within, the Triennale Milano, Branco Tower and Argo Della Pace and notable sights and attractions located within park grounds. This park is frequented by locals and tourists alike, on a sunny afternoon in April plenty of people brought picnics blankets or towels to sit or lay out on the lawns. I promise I'm not being biased but all the puppies in Italy look super healthy and happy--at least all the ones I saw walking around in the park and castle grounds. Someone might not have been able to resist the cuteness overload and possibly (discreetly) stalked a few pups while they were walking with their owners. A handful of snack and drink vendors are scattered in the park, mostly closer to the attractions. Public bathrooms are available.

    Daniel C.

    After checking out Arco della Pace, we strolled into Parco Sempione. We walked around for a few minutes till Mink had to sit down. Her feet were killing her so she told me to go explore while she relaxes on a bench to rest her feet. I asked her to look for a restaurant to have lunch while I explored. It is a nice, clean and very green park. While walking around, I discovered Triennale di Milano, Equestrain statue of Napoleon III, Castello Sforzesco Fountain di Piazza Castello, Torre Branca, Fontana dell'Acqua Marcia, a basketball court and this pond in the middle that hosted ducks and turtles. It was a beautiful walk around the park. During my walk, I saw parents pushing their children through the park in strollers, people conversing on benches or while walking, animal lovers with their dogs, people exercising and couples on dates. Some people were dressed very stylish but it's Milan so I'm not surprised. If the weather was better, I could see us having a small picnic here. This is a nice escape from the city life of Milan and a nice spot to visit for nature lovers.

    A great place for a relaxing stroll
    Julie C.

    I saw this advertised in several items as a "garden" and expected flowers. Wrong. This is a huge community park of trees, grass, ponds, bushes. All maintained and welcoming. A place for residents and tourists to picnic, play games, or just lay on the grass and enjoy the sunshine.

    Aaron S.

    Parco Sempione is a large park in the centre of Milan, it is home to Castello Sforzesco, and is a nice place to visit while in the city, due to the stunning greenery, within view of the castle. It is nice how they have kept the area so clean and pristine, which is a tribute to the groundskeeping staff, the only exception would be that a couple of the benches have started to become rusty, but that would be nit-picking! The park seems so large, so it is easy to get lost if you are navigating other sites from here, but there are certainly worse places to get lost, and the water flowing through the park is also quite pretty. During my trip to Milan last summer, I enjoyed visiting the park and passing through, and it is well worth heading to when visiting Milano. 4*

    Adriana R.

    This is a wonderful city park: it's large (95 acres) and also very old, dating back to 1888! It feels very relaxing even if there are many people visiting it. You can bring the kids to the playground, walk your dog, and ride your bicycle. When we visited the weather was very nice and there were many people (alone as well in group) jogging or exercising. It has also many quiet spots where you can just bring your chair and relax. From here you can also enter the Sforzesco Castle and see the Arch of Peace.

    One of the corners of the Sforza Castle, Milano
    Bruce K.

    The first stop on my walking tour of Milan, we took our time going through the various parts of this massive castle with the guide pointing out the highlights and the important spots as well as the history of the castle. Little details like the fact that the Sforza was never overrun except by treachery and insiders who opened the gate. Originally build in the 15th century and then enlarged in the 16th and 17th, with much of it later demolished during the period of Napoleonic rule. However the Milanese government later undertook restoration works (interrupted by Allied bombing during World War II). Today, the castle houses the Pinacoteca del Castello Sforzesco, the Museum of Ancient Art and others. Some of those museums are not free but entering the castle itself and walking the grounds is entirely free. [Review 10685 overall, 453 of 2019.]

    Janice C.

    After two weeks of exploring Italian cities, we were due for some greenery and downtime. I love people watching -- this is perfect: workers on their lunch break, joggers, moms taking a stroll with their kids. (except, they look tons more fashionable here than in SF) It's a gorgeous park near Castello Sforzesco. From a distance, the Arch of Peace may remind you of Arc de Triomphe in Paris. There's also a few chic bars here and the museum of design.

    Ana S.

    This is a beautiful park, huge trees which provide plenty of shade, you can have a picnic there and people watch. There's a dog park in premises and it's fun to see them interact. I love the little bridge, watch out for the pigeons poo though...

    Lisa J.

    This is a lovely part of Milan and if i had the time i could spend a few hours there. I didn't get to see the whole lot of it but what i did see was beautiful. Seeing the arch in the distance beyond the pond and flowers was a sight of beauty and the Castello Sforzesco in the foreground is a historical splendur and worth looking at for in it's own right with its history. The park also has an enclosed huge dog park and it was nice to see all the dogs running around happily and this was not the first park i had seen in Milan with a dog-free area. Italians obviously love their dogs. There was a big playground and a mini-fairground beside it with a train track and mini motorbikes which could easily become a money drainer for parents.

    Castle
    Cassandra T.

    Gorgeous space in the middle of Milan. Like any other park there are lawns, trees, and ponds, but there's also a castle that houses a few museums, a library, and a doggy park where you can go to look at dogs frolic even if you don't have a dog. Lots to do, and tons of great scenery for maximal relaxation. At night, the park is home to two popular Milanese nightclubs: Just Cavalli and Old Fashion.

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    L.O.V.E.

    L.O.V.E.

    4.3(9 reviews)
    1.0 kmCentro Storico

    L.O.V.E. While…read morewandering from the Museo del Duomo to San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, I needed to find something besides another cathedral, which is what I wanted to see, to capture my husband's attention. After checking out the Starbucks Reserve Roastery around the corner, we stumbled across this monumental sculpture by Maurizio Cattelan. Also known as Il Dito, or The Finger, it is a giant hand with all of the fingers cut off except for the middle finger sculpted from Carrara marble. L.O.V.E. The name L.O.V.E. stands for Libertà, Odio, Vendetta, Eternità, which translates to Freedom, Hatred, Revenge, Eternity. It is located in Piazza Affari in front of the Italian Stock Exchange, although it did not start there originally. Coincidence?? Art brings the world together. While talking to the manager of Tavola at a Wine and Food Event in The Woodlands, he actually told us a story about Maurizio Cattelan, whose piece The Comedian sold for $6.2 million. Interesting to learn more about this self-trained Milano based artist who uses humor and satire in his works of art. My husband did share our Milan photos with that manager. We bonded over L.O.V.E.

    L.O.V.E. aka Il Dito (Italian for 'the finger') is a sculpture consisting of a hand with the middle…read morefinger. The name L.O.V.E. is the acronym of "Libertà, Odio, Vendetta, Eternità" ("Freedom, Hatred, Revenge, Eternity"). The sculpture is placed in front of the Italian stock exchange. It's a fun art piece to check out that wasn't too out of the way.

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    L.O.V.E. - Maurizio Catellan finger sculpture in front of Italian Stock Exchange - is it really L.O.V.E.? Viva Italia!!

    Maurizio Catellan finger sculpture in front of Italian Stock Exchange - is it really L.O.V.E.? Viva Italia!!

    L.O.V.E. - Liberta, Odio, Vendetta, Eternita( L.O.V.E. sculpture- Freedom, Hate, Vengeance, Eternity) by Maurizio Catellan, Milan, September 2023.

    Liberta, Odio, Vendetta, Eternita( L.O.V.E. sculpture- Freedom, Hate, Vengeance, Eternity) by Maurizio Catellan, Milan, September 2023.

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    Naviglio Grande - Just ok pizza

    Naviglio Grande

    4.7(15 reviews)
    2.6 kmPorta Genova

    Such a hip little area to explore while in Milan! I stayed in the Navigli district during my visit…read more and it was definitely the best decision that I made. First off, the views of the canal (Naviglio Grande) are stunning! It's safe and a wonderful place to get your stroll on. Every morning I'd see people out running, walking their dogs, and taking a stroll up and down the canal. Public transit is so easy to access and will take you to any part of the city from here. Also, there are a ton of cute restaurants, bars, and shops! This is the place to be at night. If you want a nice aperitivo, you HAVE to check out Navigli in the evenings! There are literally tons of bars and restaurants advertising their aperitivo hour and trying to scoop you up into their places. The music is bumping and there are live street performers and several vendors out on the street selling all kinds of things. This is the epicenter of Milan's urban nightlife and it's so fun! When in Milan, you should definitely make some time to check out Navigli.

    A recent tour guide recommended the Canal neighborhood and her recommendation was definitely 5*…read more There are so many options to choose from. They specialize in "Happy Hour" (Italian word apparently) with snacks and drinks. They also have lots of restaurant choices with patio and inside options. Lots of street vendors. Definitely make time for a walk both before and after a meal or snack. It is really close to the green line Genova stop. I'm very glad to have made this a part of my Milan trip, it is a must go!

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    Naviglio Grande - Beautiful!

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    Naviglio Grande - Naviglio Grande - Beautiful!

    Naviglio Grande - Beautiful!

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    Duomo di Milano - Duomo Di Milano

    Duomo di Milano

    4.7(366 reviews)
    1.4 kmCentro Storico

    The Duomo was truly breathtaking and incredibly intricate. We spent a long time admiring the…read moredetails. We purchased the terrace access via stairs for 15 euro each for 9:30 am. I recommend showing up earlier in the morning to avoid the crowds. There are different entrances depending on the ticket you purchase. The staircase is narrow and the turns are quick and can feel a little claustrophobic. Every part of the Duomo is worth taking a moment to take it in.

    Magical and a must visit if you are in the city of Milan…read more Be sure to secure a reservation online and print out the tickets or you can just open your phone to scan your QR code. You can buy tickets the day of, but the lines were so long. I wouldn't recommend it! You don't want to spend your day waiting in line. Reserving a time slot online was soooo easy!! People who secure online can bypass the line by simply walking towards the BACK. There will be a lot of workers to help guide you. Before going into the cathedral, there is a restroom to use but for a fee. 2 euros per person and I paid with a credit card. Wear comfortable walking shoes. The cathedral is not stroller friendly and it is not handicap friendly so keep that in mind. You will have to walk up and down stairs. Very manageable! Give yourself time to enjoy the cathedral in all the angles!

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    Duomo di Milano - Still on the roof at the duomo

    Still on the roof at the duomo

    Duomo di Milano - Outside

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    Duomo di Milano - Chose not to pay for visit because of these idiots. Save us some $$$. Their loss. Ha!

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    Chose not to pay for visit because of these idiots. Save us some $$$. Their loss. Ha!

    Piazza Affari

    Piazza Affari

    4.0(8 reviews)
    0.9 kmCentro Storico

    L.O.V.E. While…read morewandering from the Museo del Duomo to San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, I needed to find something besides another cathedral, which is what I wanted to see, to capture my husband's attention. After checking out the Starbucks Reserve Roastery around the corner, we stumbled across this monumental sculpture by Maurizio Cattelan in Piazza Affari. Also known as Il Dito, or The Finger, it is a giant hand with all of the fingers cut off except for the middle finger sculpted from Carrara marble. L.O.V.E. The name L.O.V.E. stands for Libertà, Odio, Vendetta, Eternità, which translates to Freedom, Hatred, Revenge, Eternity. It is located in Piazza Affari in front of the Italian Stock Exchange, although it did not start there originally. Coincidence?? Art brings the world together. While talking to the manager of Tavola at a Wine and Food Event in The Woodlands, he actually told us a story about Maurizio Cattelan, whose piece The Comedian sold for $6.2 million. Interesting to learn more about this self-trained Milano based artist who uses humor and satire in his works of art. My husband did share our Milan photos with that manager. We bonded over L.O.V.E.

    It's easy to miss the Piazza Affiari as it's not in a highly touristy area, it isn't a big open…read morespace like other piazzas as it's surrounded by taller buildings. Not much to see here other than the Italian stock market AND THE GIGANTIC MIDDLE FINGER. The finger is reviewed elsewhere https://www.yelp.com/biz/l-o-v-e-milano?hrid=psmLNPua0LA2O_MEs0hUSw so I'm just reviewing this neat plaza. It's a quiet spot. More like a parking area for people who work at the stock market, this square has little seating and little shade and no greenery. A-OK, would be "Experienced better" if not for the artwork. [Review 10746 overall, 514 of 2019.]

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    Piazza Affari
    Piazza Affari
    Piazza Affari - Una scultura vale più di mille parole.

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    Una scultura vale più di mille parole.

    Parco Sempione - parks - Updated May 2026

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