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Milan's long history and romance with art make it a dream venue for anyone seeking out some European culture. Its many modern museums allow visitors to enjoy contemporary and classical art exhibitions throughout the city. With so much to see, it can be intimidating to know where to spend your time. To help with the decision making, here are some of the most highly recommended modern museums in Milan.
Constructed between 1931–1933, this grand building houses the Triennale Design Museum. The building was designed by famous architect Giovanni Muzio. A design masterpiece for its time, it has since become a central hub for events spanning the architecture, production, visual arts, fashion, design and decorative arts industries. The centre is involved in both the hosting and organisation of a multitude of exhibitions, festivals and events.
The Triennale Design Museum features an ever-changing landscape of art exhibitions and for this reason it is best to check the website in advance to see what particular specialities may be on offer during your visit. The museum is easily accessible via public transport, with information on the exact routes also available on the website. Ticket prices vary based on the exhibition areas you wish to see and a discounted ticket price is available to see the full collection. This leaves it up to you to decide how long you wish to spend at the museum and budget accordingly.
Another of Milan's wonderful modern museums is the Museo del 900, otherwise known as the Museo del Novecento and well worth a look. The museum was opened in 2010 and the name translates into English as the "museum of the twentieth century". Ideally located in the heart of the city – near the famous Duomo – this venue is a highlight for anyone interested in the most recent periods of artistic history. One of the most fascinating and enlightening of the city's modern museums, it displays around 400 works covering predominantly Italian art. Tickets may be purchased online via the website and you can also check here for information on specialised and temporary exhibitions that may be hosted during your stay.
For those with an interest in fashion, the Armani Silos by designer Giorgio Armani is a fascinating display of the progression of fashion over the past 40 years. Containing over 600 of the internationally acclaimed fashion designer's original works, the Silos can be found in the trendy Tortona area of Milan.
Opened in the year 2000, the Fondazione Luciana Matalon is one of Milan's top modern museums dedicated to the appreciation, love and study of contemporary art. It hosts a number of workshops, small exhibitions and cultural exchanges and is well worth checking out for those visitors with a flair for the contemporary.
If you have an interest in photography then you should definitely stop by the Forma Meravigli. This exhibition space is located in the Fondazione Forma per la Fotografia, an international foundation supporting the development and advancement of photography across both Italy and the rest of the world. If you're dedicated to improving your personal photographic skills then be sure to check the website for any workshops that may be taking place during your visit.
Planning your trip to Milan? Check out our favorite downtown hotels in Milan.
The 5 star NH Collection Milano President hotel is in the center of Milan, close to all the city’s major attractions. Partly renovated in 2017, the hotel combines charm, elegance, and design. This, as well as the fact that it's a 5-minute walk from Duomo Square, as well as the Scala Theater and the fashion district, make it the ideal place to stay for both shopping and exploring the city.
Right in the heart of Milan’s fashionable Via Tortona, the nhow Milano is a designer hotel, providing an artistic, cosmopolitan home-from-home, great for exploring all the Design District has to offer.
When it comes to location, the NH Collection Milano Touring hotel ticks all the boxes. As well as being right next to the Indro Montanelli public park, it’s also only a 10-minute walk from Milan’s main train station and shopping area, and just 15 minutes from the historic city center. Plus there are two metro stations outside the hotel and the financial district is within easy reach, too. You couldn't ask for a better location.
With an ingrained culture of style and excellence, Milan is a great city in which to enjoy wine tasting. Be guided by a sommelier as you indulge in the delectable tastes of Northern Italian wine and cuisine.
Milan is a modern city that manages to retain its history through well preserved architecture and informative museums. Visitors planning a quick trip to the city will find there are plenty of things to discover.
The cosmopolitan hub of Milan is one of Italy's foremost cities, having plenty to offer visitors. Steeped in history but also full of modern flourishes, Milan is a city full of intrigue and charm.
The Corso Buenos Aires is a wide Milanese avenue which has the highest concentration of clothing stores in Europe. For thrifty bargains and a selection of clothing and accessories it is the perfect destination.
Via Monte Napoleone offers world-class shopping and is often regarded as Milan's answer to Oxford Street in London, the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré in Paris and the Via Condotti in Rome.
Corso Como is a trendy pedestrianised shopping street located in the Brera District of Milan. The area is served by the Garibaldi metro stop, allowing easy access to other points in the city.
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