If you book one of our amazing villas in Lombardy and come to enjoy the incredible beauty of this lush and charming region of Italy, there are all sorts of pastoral delights and little towns to explore but it is also well worth heading to the capital of Milan for a day-trip.
A city that is filled with excellent museums, wonderful restaurants, chic bars, architectural gems aplenty, and much more besides, but many will know it primarily as a major fashion capital of the globe and a key destination to seek out and bring some of that distinct Italian style home with them. Certainly, for shopping, it is a hard place to beat!
Those interested in luxury fashion and high end labels, in particular, should head to Via Monte Napoleone - it is a must! Reborn after bombing during WWII, the street gradually became a leading shopping destination that could compete with the likes of Bond Street in London and Rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honoré in Paris. Home to the stores of luxury brands such as Gucci, Moncler, Roger Vivier, Bulgari, Versace, Armani, Alexander McQueen, Bottega Veneta, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Prada, Saint Laurent, Rolex, Cartier, Dior, Burberry, Tod’s, Fendi, and many more, this is the third most expensive street in Europe.
While this means that most of us aren’t going to be shopping until we drop in the area, it is a great place for window-shopping and people-watching to see how Milan’s most fashionable occupants live and dress! Plus, it is also a hub for Italian brands and footwear labels especially, making it a must for those looking to invest in some quality Italian craftsmanship.
Plus, you’ll find some very stylish spots for a drink or a snack on Via Monte Napoleone, including the institution that is Caffè Cova, which dates back to 1817 and is famous for Milanese cakes and desserts.
So, if you are a fashionista planning on booking a vacation rental in Lombardy and you are thinking about a day-trip to Milan during your stay, be sure to go for a stroll along Via Monte Napoleone.
