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Milan

Milan is dynamic, modern and sometimes chaotic, but it has several historic monuments of great renown. Constantly developing, the city is firmly anchored in the present. The Italian capital of fashion and design, it also houses the Stock Exchange and is the largest economic centre of the country. Its diversity makes Milan a city where all the family can choose between visiting monuments like the Duomo or Scorfa Caslte, see the original Leonard da Vinci painting of the ‘Ultima Cena’ [Last Supper], take a walk in a park or follow the thousands of football supporters at the ‘San Siro’ stadium to cheer on one of Milan’s two football teams, eternal rivals.

To discover, to understand, to wonder, and enjoy oneself, to marvel…So many entertaining opportunities to be enjoyed by the WHOLE FAMILY and which can be reached from your hotel in Milan.

Novotel Milano Nord Ca Granda

2 000

The cathedral is decorated with more than 2000 statues. With its indented profile, the cathedral has been nick-named the ‘marble hedgehog’.

1778

Built in 1778 by the architect Antonio Salieri, the Theatre of La Scala has become one of the most famous places in the whole world for opera lovers.

100 000

As the world capital of fashion, Milan hosts more than 100,000 people four times a year, including buyers, journalists, models and designers who attend presentations of the collections.


Museums & Exhibitions

Duomo
The Duomo, symbol of the city, is one of the biggest cathedrals in the world. The children will be impressed by the size of this building as well as by the finesse of its decorations. The gargoyles are particularly numerous and it is possible to admire copies of them close up by visiting the museum of the Duomo. The cathedral roof gives an unparalleled view over the whole city.
Piazza del Duomo, Milan – Tel.: (+39) 2 86463456
Every day from 7.00 am to 7:00 pm. 

Museum of the Theatre of La Scala
Known all over the world, the Theatre of La Scala is the scene of magnificent spectacles. However, very few children will choose an evening at the opera. So why not go as a family to discover the history and life of La Scala in the museum dedicated to it? Children and parents alike can discover musical instruments, portraits of the greatest musicians from Verdi to Toscanini, the auditorium, and they can see the machines behind the scenes.
Largo Ghiringhelli 1, Milan – Tel.: (+39) 2 88792473
Every day from 9.00 am to 12.30 pm and 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm. 

Natural History Museum
Thanks to the efforts of its enthusiastic teams, the Natural History Museum was re-constructed and its collections recreated after having been totally destroyed in 1943. Today the museum plays an educational role through the approximately 20 halls that present the evolution of man, skeletons of extinct species, fossils and the flora and fauna of the world around us. A journey through time over five continents for all the family...
Corso Venezia, 55, Milan – Tel.: (+39) 2 88463337
Tuesday to Sunday from 9.00 am to 5:30 pm.

Zoos, aquariums, parks and gardens

Giardini Pubblici [public gardens]
This park is the oldest in town and houses the Natural History Museum as well as the Planetarium. It’s a green corner just right for a picnic or having an Italian ice cream with the family. The children can take a bit of exercise among the swans or ponies, and parents can get away from the fast-paced rhythm of the town.
Corso Venezia, Piazza Duse, Milan
Every day from 6.30 am to 8:00 pm (November to February), 9:00 pm (March to October), 10:00 pm (May), 11:00 pm (June to September). 

Idroscalo
The sea in Milan! The beach in Milan! This is what you get at Idroscalo. The park is full of entertaining activities for all the family, and you'll be spoiled with all the choices between water sports like the pedalo and swimming, and other sports like jogging, roller-skating or the slide. Concerts or sunbathing … you get to choose!
11 Via Circonvallazione Est, Milan – Tel.: (+39) 2 70200902
Every day from 7.00 am to 5:00 pm (9:00 pm in summer). 

Milan Aquarium
The Milan Aquarium is one of the most important and ancient in Italy. Although the Aquarium concentrates on the sea fish and soft water fish of Italy, some of the 36 ponds house species from Africa, Asia or Latin America. Shows, cartoons and competitions are organised throughout the year for children or the family in general. A great trip for children and parents to the colourful world of fish and other aquatic animals.
Viale Gadio, 2, Milan – Tel.: (+39) 2 88465754
Tuesday to Sunday from 9.00 am to 1:00 am and 2:00 pm to 5:30 pm.

Kids’voyage’s special treats

National Sciences and Technical Museum
Walk in the steps of the greatest inventor…Leonardo da Vinci! The museum allows all the family to admire models of his greatest inventions. The helicopter, crane, lift, parachute and spring-driven vehicle had already taken shape in the mind of this extraordinary man. The museum also has a section dedicated to rail transport, sea and air transport as well as an outdoor game area with interactive activities for the children.
Via S Vittore, 21, Milan – Tel.: (+39) 2 485551
Tuesday to Friday, 9.30 am to 5:00 pm. Saturdays and public holidays from 9.30 am to 6:30 pm. 

Prehistoric Park
Situated outside Milan, the park sets the stage for a journey where all the family can discover our prehistoric past. Children will be intrigued by the statues of enormous dinosaurs and recreations of their habitats. They also get to walk through museum exhibits that show fossils and skeletons of prehistoric animals to explain he evolution of the life on earth. Picnic areas complete this truly original park.
Via Ponte Vecchio, 21, Rivolta d'Adda – Tel.: (+39) 3 6378184
Every day from 23 February to 16 November from 9.00 am to 6:00 pm 

Toy and Children’s Museum
Still got the time to visit one last museum? So let it be the Toy and Children’s Museum! The whole family can discover the universe of toys from the 1700’s to 1960. From the wooden tricycle, to the reduced plane model via an electronic robot, you can tour the museum in chronological order so you learn about the evolution of the world of children while admiring real masterpieces!
Via Pitteri, 56, Milan – Tel.: (+39) 2 26411585
Monday to Friday from 9.30 am to 4:00 pm. Saturdays and Sundays from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm and 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

Some good places for a family meal

Ristorante Brek
In this warm and friendly atmosphere, you make your own salads based on just how much the children can eat. Choose from a menu that lets you discover the famous Italian cuisine.
Piazzetta Giordano, Milan – Tel.: (+39) 2 76023379
Every day from 12.00 pm to 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm. 

Pizzeria Premiata
No visit to Italy is complete without sampling a pizza! The friendly welcome and pleasant decor of this restaurant set the ideal scene for tasting the chef’s enormous pizzas.
Via Alzaia Naviglio Grande 2, Milan – Tel.: (+39) 2 89406648
Every day from 12.30 pm to 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm to 2:00 am (except Tuesday afternoons). 

Gelateria Ecologica
The best visits to Milan include walking along with an ice cream in your hand! Yet another reason to be tempted by Gelato Ecologico, with its ice creams that have been free of artificial colourings and preservatives since the 1970’s.
Corso di Porta Ticinese, 40, Milan – Tel.: (+39) 2 58101872
Monday to Friday from 1:00 pm to 1.00 am. Saturdays and Sundays from 12.00 pm to 12:30 am


KIDS' VOYAGE travel guides and NOVOTEL hotels wish you an excellent stay in Milan.

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