Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Milan

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Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, housed within a four-story double arcade just steps away from Il Duomo, is Italy's oldest active shopping gallery. Marvel at the elaborate mosaics and stare at the domed ceilings while you go from one luxury boutique to another, and park yourself at one of the restaurants and cafes, including some of the oldest establishments of Milan such as Café Biffi, founded in 1867. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II hosts the iconic Prada store and Versace’s latest collection. In the Galleria, haute couture is in full bloom. You'll find big international names like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Armani, Borsalino, Luisa Spagnoli, Bric’s, Tod’s, Swarovski, Stefanel and Massimo Dutti as well as smaller traditional artisans like Cadè (shirts and ties since 1926), Piumelli (handmade gloves), Mejana (gorgeous fountain pens).

Shopping

Milan is the capital of fashion, and there is plenty to choose from when it comes to shopping. Even those less interested in fashion (or who can’t afford the often high prices) will find exploring Via Monte Napoleone, Via della Spiga and the surrounding streets rewarding. This is where all the fashion houses have their impressive flagship stores. Armani’s department store on Via Manzoni 31 is a good example, or Gucci’s store on Via Monte Napoleone (this one covers an entire city block). Dolce & Gabbana’s impressive store on Corso Venezia is housed in the former palace of a Sicilian nobleman.

The Golden Rectangle of Fashion

The Golden Rectangle of Fashion

The Quadrilatero d’Oro district — ‘The Golden Rectangle’ — is one of the world’s most important fashion landmarks and home to Milan’s most exclusive stores. Located just north of the Duomo, is defined by the four main streets that surround it: via Monte Napoleone, via della Spiga, via Manzoni and corso Venezia. Haute couture …

FoxTown Factory Stores

FoxTown Factory Stores

Shopping in Milan is great, but when it comes to hottest deals — even locals head just across the border to Switzerland. Find the giant outlet mall with over 130 shops — FoxTown Factory Stores — only 50 km from Milan. It's a real shopper's paradise with discounts of up to 70% for fast …

Rinascente Milano Duomo

Rinascente Milano Duomo

La Rinascente is Milan’s equivalent to London’s Harrods department store, where exclusive selections of fashion items for men, women and kids are on offer. Across its eight floors you will find exclusive fashion, accessories, perfumes and toys by more than 200 brands. La Rinascente is located in the heart of Milan, just a few …

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, housed within a four-story double arcade just steps away from Il Duomo, is Italy's oldest active shopping gallery. Marvel at the elaborate mosaics and stare at the domed ceilings while you go from one luxury boutique to another, and park yourself at one of the restaurants and cafes, including some …

Fidenza Village — Designer Outlet Shopping

Fidenza Village — Designer Outlet Shopping

Sixty minutes from Milan and Bologna, Fidenza Village is home to more than 100 outlet boutiques offering savings of up to 70% on the recommended retail price of previous seasons’ collections from leading Italian and international …

10 Corso Como

The legendary clothing and design store is a household name in much of the world, and coming here is worth it if only to marvel at the unique creations by celebrated designer houses, all handpicked by Carla …

Enoteca Cotti

Enoteca Cotti is a well-stocked wine shop in the artsy Brera neighbourhood with an original 1930s interior. Italy produces an impressive quantity of high quality wine and this wine shop stocks more than 3,000 selected labels representing every region of Italy. In addition, here you can find culinary specialities crafted in the Italian …

Rossi & Grassi

After visiting Cotti, head down to Rossi & Grassi to find the perfect accompanying snacks. Specialising in charcuterie and umami-rich delights, Rossi & Grassi is the place to buy prosciutto San Daniele and mortadella with pistachios. They also offer their own fabulous wine …

Peck

All of Italy's culinary delights are on display at Peck, Milan's longstanding deli that spans three underground floors. Meats and cheeses, olives and oil, along with baked goods and sweets, are all up for sale and/or consumption at the on-site …

CityLife Shopping District

CityLife Shopping District

CityLife is the biggest urban shopping district in Italy and definitely worth visiting. It hosts various interesting events and houses over a hundred stores, restaurants and a movie theatre. Stroll through the district and shop fashion, jewellery, cosmetics and more. Or try one of the several restaurants located in the district. The CityLife District is …

Corso Vittorio Emanuele

Corso Vittorio Emanuele

Corso Vittorio Emanuele is known as 'Milan’s living room'. This pedestrian street connects Piazza Duomo and San Babila metro station and provides a great shopping experience for the entire family. Luxury boutiques like Louis Vuitton and Prada are right next to popular fast fashion brands like Urban Outfitters or Bershka. Good for all ages …

Spazio Rossana Orlandi

Spazio Rossana Orlandi

This concept store feels more like a modern art gallery than a shop in the common sense of the word — some pieces rather on the extravagant side. And yet Spazio Rossana Orlandi vends, rather successfully, decor items and design pieces crafted by up-and-coming artists. This former tie factory also features a cosy back …

Borsalino

The iconic Belgian rabbit felt fedoras and hats have been spotted worn by celebrities of the highest calibre, including on movie sets. Lately the brand has also started releasing other types of head gear, if fedoras aren't the style you'd normally go …