With Design Week kicking off and our new Via Dante Flagship Store recently opening its doors, we’re taking a deep dive into Europe’s capital of fashion, art, and aperitivo: Milan. 

Milan knows how to keep things interesting. It’s a city where old-world charm meets new-wave innovation, centuries-old cathedrals stand shoulder to shoulder with forward-thinking fashion houses, where days start with espresso and end with aperitivo. Whether you’re visiting for Salone del Mobile, fashion week, or simply to lose yourself in the city’s rhythm, Milan rewards curiosity...and a well-packed wardrobe. 

The city is synonymous with style, and its soul is in the details—the scent of freshly baked cornetti in the morning, stumbling upon artisanal treasures and indie boutiques in boho-chic Brera or watching out the window as you ride the city’s art deco trams. We’ve put together our top six tips for your next visit.  

1. Marvel at Leonardo Da Vinci’s Cenacolo Vinciano (The Last Supper) housed in the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie.
2. Experience an opera performance at the breathtaking Teatro alla Scala
3. Wander the streets of the city’s chic, elegant, and artistic neighborhood, Brera.
   Here, you’ll find two excellent art galleries, Pinacoteca di Brera and Palazzo Citterio. 
4. Enjoy aperitivo at Camparino in Piazza Del Duomo. Aperitivo is a tradition for which we have Milanese Gaspare Campari to thank (the inventor of the bitter liqueur of the same name). 
5. Just a few kilometers east of the city center, Wakeparadise Milano offers a 50,000 square-foot cable park, surf pool, chill area and bar. Whether you’re perfecting your tricks or just perfecting the art of kicking back with a
   drink, this is the spot.  
6. Escape the hustle and bustle with a stroll through Parco Sempione, Milan’s largest green space. Just a stone’s throw from the park you’ll find our flagship store at Via Dante, 17—with interiors inspired by the world of sailing and the full North Sails Apparel collection on display.