Pasticceria Sissi

A curated yet comprehensive collection of my favorite addresses in Milan after living here. Travelers tend to skip over Milan because it’s not as charming on the surface as classic Italian cities such as Rome and Venice. Milan is a place that slowly reveals itself if you know just where to go to discover its hidden beauty. With the right addresses in hand, delve beneath Milan’s exterior and explore the city’s many highlights beyond Gucci and the iconic Duomo. This guide includes: 🚋 Milan travel essentials including helpful logistics and transportation trips 🏩 Places to stay | luxury, boutique, and budget options 🍽️ Places to eat | a mix of casual and elevated spots for breakfast, lunch, and dinner 🖼️ Things to do | shops, sights, museums/galleries beyond the Duomo and Galleria 🚗 Day trip ideas The only Milan guide you’ll need whether it’s for a quick day trip or an extended stay for fashion week. Each handpicked recommendation includes a description with insights based on personal experience and insider travel industry intel. Check the guide or use the interactive map to look through my curated recommendations. It’s mobile-friendly and easy to use on the go. This is a living guide. Shop now for lifetime access to future updates including new places and deeper insights without paying more later!

A trip to Milan.

Milan has long been known for old-school pasticcerie elegante. Now, young entrepreneurs are changing the flour and sugar landscape. From 19th century classic pastry houses to hip panifico, here are 14 bakeries defining Italy’s most avant-garde city.