Scala Travel Guide
Milan
Popular places to visit
Teatro alla Scala
Enjoy classical music, see a ballet or discover the history of opera at this world famous theater and museum.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Prada, Gucci and Louis Vuitton are just some of the big names of fashion that you’ll find in one of the world’s oldest shopping centers.
Armani Megastore
Eat, sleep and breathe the universe of ‘King Giorgio’ in an enormous complex that is heaven for devotees of Milanese fashion style.
Piazza della Scala
Gaze up at the city hall and the world-renowned theater from the green island at the core of this plaza, which pays tribute to Leonardo da Vinci.
Museo Poldi Pezzoli
You can browse the exhibits at Museo Poldi Pezzoli, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Milan. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.
Gallerie d'italia piazza della Scala
One of Milan’s newest art galleries displays Italian 19th and 20th century art across three adjoining mansions, including a former bank that’s been ingeniously adapted.
Things to do
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall
Milan in One Day with Skip-the-Line The Last Supper & Duomo Cathedral
From Milan: Verona, Sirmione and Lake Garda with Exclusive Boat Cruise
Bernina Red Train And St Moritz Tour from Milan
Milan Duomo & The Last Supper Skip the Line Guided Tour
Milan's Last Supper: VIP Tour with Skip-the-Line Access
Top hotels in Scala
Galleria Vik Milano - Townhouse Galleria - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
The property was amazing! Great location to activities and subway. Great customer service and very nice rooms. The only downside is their heat and AC is on a calendar. So a warm stay like mine the AC wasn't on and the heat was horrible. Nothing could be done. But they accommodated with fans and extra ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Grand Hotel et de Milan
Beautiful hotel in great location and the staff are amazing.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hotel Berna
Breakfast was very good, many more options than we expected with quiche, eggs, sausage, along with the usual fruit, cereal, and bread.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
ibis Milano Centro
The location was good and a close walk to Milano Centrale train station. The lobby area of the hotel was good and newly refurbished but the rooms were much more run down. The room was very hot and it wasn’t even summer when I visited. The air con system is extremely outdated and didn’t do anything ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo
Staff... not helpful. No communication among them. Avoid job. Breakfast is very good but better to go early to enjoy. Location is good. Only some of hotel staffs ruined my experience.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
UNA Hotels Century Milano
Room was very spacious got upgraded to a higher floor. Property is very clean inside quiet close to train station would recommend to family and friends.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Scala
Milan Centre
Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Milan are top sights in Milan Centre, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duomo Station or Via Orefici P.za Cordusio Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.
Centro Storico
Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Milan are top sights in Centro Storico, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Via Orefici P.za Cordusio Tram Stop or Cordusio M1 Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.
Brera
Shopping, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of Brera. Make a stop by Pinacoteca di Brera or Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Via Cusani Tram Stop or Cairoli Station to get around town.
Borgonuovo
While you're in Borgonuovo, take in top sights like Armani Megastore or Teatro Manzoni, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Montenapoleone M3 Tram Stop or Montenapoleone Station.
San Marco
While visiting San Marco, you might make a stop by sights like Antonio Colombo Arte Contemporanea and Galleria Lia Rumma.
Porta Nuova
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Porta Nuova. Check out top attractions like Piazza della Repubblica and Torre Diamante, and jump on the metro at Repubblica M3 Tram Stop or Turati M3 Tram Stop to see more of the city.
