Andiamo! Uncover Milan's hidden spots with Spotted by Locals! From chic cafes to natural wine and tapas bars, our Spotters share the city's best-kept secrets. Experience Milan through the eyes of true locals.
At Viro Steak in Porta Venezia, expect a sultry atmosphere, a dry-aging chamber on display, fair prices, and cuts sold by the kilo. Prepare for a feast!
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The Ambrosiana near San Sepolcro is one of Europe’s oldest libraries, home to da Vinci’s Codex Atlanticus, Raphael’s School of Athens, and many more treasures.
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Gelart serves creamy, dreamy gelato with classic & seasonal flavors. Do yourself a favor and try their incredible seasonal flavors!
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Enjoy Milan's main green escape, Parco Nord, with its lakes, forests and fields to bike, stroll, relax, or catch weekend markets, events & hidden spots.
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Step into Milan’s Teatro alla Scala and adore its historic glamour, live performances, backstage stories, and a timeless magic that stays with you forever.
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Escape Milan’s bustle at Orto Botanico! Its hidden paths, leafy shade, and quiet corners perfect for slowing down, daydreaming, and finding calm.
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Curious about art, design, and iconic aperitivo history? Discover Galleria Campari, a vibrant museum full of creativity, style, and surprises!
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One of the most interesting in the city, founded in 1576, it has the same structure as some Roman-Greek circular temples, "tholos" in ancient Greek.
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It was built in the V century around a stone, which beneath it had the relics of four Christian martyrs who were brutally tortured and then killed...
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195 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
Our local Spotters share personal tips and secrets about their city. Nothing sponsored! These unique insights can’t be found in traditional guidebooks. Discover the city through the eyes of a local!
We focus on hidden gems and unique places that aren’t crowded with tourists. Our Spotters’ tips help you avoid the crowds and have truly special experiences, far from the tourist masses.
By visiting our locals’ favorites and lesser-known places, you contribute to a more sustainable way of traveling. You support the local economy and reduce the pressure on popular tourist spots. And in the end, those are the best places right?
We are Spotted by Locals. An online travel community publishing city guides in 80+ cities. Our hand-picked local writers and photographers create all the content.
Our 488 Spotters (and counting) live in the cities they write about, speak the local language, and regularly update their tips. Their insights help around 1.4 million travelers each year discover the hidden gems of cities.
With insider advice from locals, we offer a unique, sustainable travel experience, allowing travelers to slow down and immerse themselves in the local culture, beyond the tourist hotspots.