Milan guides written by people who live here
No copy-pasted lists: real advice on NoLo and Milan, written by people who actually live here and host travellers all year round.
Lake Como Day Trip from Milan: Bellagio and Varenna, No Car Needed
A Lake Como day trip from Milan by train and boat: Bellagio, Varenna, gardens and villas, and where to swim to cool off in summer.
Where to eat in NoLo: the places we actually recommend (from people who live here)
Where to eat in NoLo, from people who live here: risotto trattorias, pizza al trancio, seafood, natural wine and Sichuan food, with addresses, dishes and prices.
Milan in August: what to do, 2026 events and why it's the right month
Milan in August 2026: open-air cinema at the Castle, exhibitions open, Tyler The Creator live, Ferragosto and day trips to the lakes by train. Tips from your hosts.
Self check-in in Milan: how it works (and why it makes your trip easier)
What keyless self check-in is, how it works in a Milan apartment and why it's worth it: flexible hours, no waiting, independent entry. A practical guide from your hosts.
Milan with kids from NoLo: a family-friendly plan
Milan with children from NoLo: parks, family museums, easy metro itineraries and practical host tips. A guide written by people who live in the neighbourhood.
Staying in Milan with a dog: a pet-friendly guide to NoLo
Travelling to Milan with a dog: where to stay in NoLo, parks to run around, dog-friendly cafés and practical tips from hosts who welcome pets. An honest guide.
Milan in 3 days starting from NoLo: an itinerary with the metro at hand
A 3-day Milan itinerary starting from NoLo and the M1 metro at Pasteur: Duomo, Brera, the Castle, Navigli and Porta Venezia, day by day.
Where to stay in Milan near Central Station: an honest guide to the neighbourhoods
Centrale, Isola, Porta Venezia or NoLo? An honest guide to the neighbourhoods to stay in near Milan's Central Station, with real pros and cons.
What to see in NoLo: a guide to Milan's most creative neighbourhood
Street art, Parco Trotter, Cinema Beltrade, the covered market and Piazza Morbegno: what to see in NoLo, Milan's coolest neighbourhood, told by locals.
These guides come from one specific place: our apartment in the heart of NoLo, a stone's throw from the M1 and Central Station.
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