Why visit
Milan is Italy's design and finance capital. The Last Supper, the Duomo's roof terraces, Brera's gallery and aperitivo, and the Navigli canals at night.
Italy at a glance
Country center
42.8°, 12.8°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
301,336 km²
116,346 mi²
Country population
58.9 million
195/km²
Subregion
Southern Europe
Currency
Euro (€)
EUR
Dial
+39
Language
Italian
Demonym
Italian
Internet
.it
UN
Member state
ISO code
IT / ITA
Where in the world
42.8° · 12.8°
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Did you know
- Milan's Duomo has 135 spires and 3,400 statues, the most of any cathedral in the world; it took almost 600 years to complete.
- La Scala opera house has been the world's most prestigious opera venue since its opening in 1778.
- Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper" fresco is painted on the wall of the Santa Maria delle Grazie refectory; reservations are required months in advance.
- Italy has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country (60+).
- Venice is built on over 100 small islands in a lagoon, connected by 400+ bridges.
Bordering Italy
Traveler notes
- Last Supper tickets sell out months ahead
- Design Week (April) transforms the city
- High-speed rail to Venice, Florence, Rome
Plan checks
- Build a three-day plan before extending. Most travel cities are easy to undersell to yourself.
- Check seasonal timing: high season can triple costs on some coastal destinations.
- Reserve top restaurants 2–4 weeks out and plan two standout meals per city.
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Frequently asked about Milan
What currency is used in Milan?
Milan uses the Euro (€), ISO code EUR.
What languages are spoken in Italy?
The primary language is Italian.
What is the international calling code for Italy?
The calling code is +39.
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