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The district was named after Porta Nuova, the Napoleonic gate of Milan. Therefore, if you are on a sightseeing mission in the business district, this gate is the perfect place to start. The Porta Garibaldi is another beautiful landmark in this area, constructed in the neoclassical style. The arch, which was named after Italian general Giuseppe Garibaldi, frames the bustling shopping complex of Corso Como.
Eataly is the perfect place for a leisurely stopover in Porta Nuova. The place is a haven for epicurians, and it has every type of eatery from market stalls to fine dining spots. You can sit down and have an elaborate meal or pick up a quick take-away sandwich.
The Corso Como is the quintessential Milanese shopping complex that comprises boutique stores, designer cafés, and artsy bars. A great nightlife also awaits you here, as the streets are lined with some truly rocking nightclubs. Corso Como is also very aesthetically appealing: on one side you can admire the modern skyscrapers of Zona Porta Nuova, and on the other side lies the historical district of Porta Garibaldi. It literally feels as if you are standing between the past and the future.
The Via Vincenzo Capelli with its fashion boutiques is another place that you can head to for a bout of shopping.
Piazza Gae Aulenti is a new kind of Italian Piazza that makes a strong impression with its futuristic skyscrapers, waterways and sculptures, all of which play with the reflection of natural light. The solar tree at the centre of the Piazza is a sight to behold. This sculptural lamp provides shade and gathers solar energy during the day, and then lights up the piazza at night. A further sculpture by Alberto Garutti which enables people to hear underground sounds through its 23 apertures also deserves a special mention.
The Unicredit Tower in this area enjoys the honourable position of being Italy’s tallest building. The Bosco Verticale or vertical woods, is another monumental structure worth seeing. Designed as a vertical forest in bloom and comprising two residential high rises, the facades of the buildings make for a refreshing change from the usual modernistic skyscrapers. Shrubberies, plants and trees dot the entirety of these buildings. The Bosco Verticale definitely shows a path forward in eco friendly urban development.
It comes as no surprise that at night time the whole of Piazza Gae Aulenti looks like it is having a party, with glittering lights and the buzz of people milling around.
The Piazza Alvar Aalto is another modern piazza that is gaining attention in Porta Nuova. The Unicredit Pavillion Auditorium is particularly admired for the flair of its architecture. The wood and glass structure has a marine flair, and is given as a prime example of sustainable architecture. After appreciating the towering skyline of Porta Nuova, you can take a laidback break at Wheatfield park, which provides a rural touch to the ultra modern area. The brainchild of Agnes Denes, a land artist, Wheatfield is essentially exactly what its name indicates, a carefully designed field of wheat covering approximately 12 acres of land between the Milan skyscrapers.
Porta Nuova is the modern face of Milan that provides the perfect balance to the city’s historic character. The beautiful array of attractions here stand their own ground next to the hitherto more famous La Scala Theatre, Montenapoleone fashion district or Duomo building.
Planning your trip to Milan? Check out our favorite downtown hotels in Milan.
On the edge of some of Milan’s most bustling districts, the Avani Palazzo Moscova Milan Hotel, formerly known as NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, is ideal for business and leisure trips, with restaurants and shops right on the doorstep. This stunning hotel is also close to main train and Metro stations, connecting it to famous sights and the city’s airport.
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.
The NH Collection Milano Porta Nuova, formerly known as NH Milano Grand Hotel Verdi, is in a fantastic spot right by Porta Nuova, the city’s new business district. Milan’s center is a short walk away, and getting around is easy, with taxis, subway lines and rail links all nearby.
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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