Exquisite attention to detail and fantastical decor makes the Château Montfort a stand out place to stay in the centre of Milan. A stay here will conjure up any number of enchanting childhood tales.
Chateau Monfort Hotel, Milan - Centre
Milanese five-star fairytale hotel
Behind the fantasy-world fittings and atmosphere is a very modern and high-tech hotel, with free Wi-Fi (and newspaper downloads), advanced soundproofing, and cutting edge air conditioning amongst the features that it can boast.
There are five types of room to choose from, from double up to the five theatrically unique suites.
The hotel contains an enchanting spa that adds extra layers to relaxation, and has restaurant, bar, and separate wine bar.
In keeping with the overall theme of the hotel, two unique meeting rooms are available for banquets, conferences, weddings or any other occasion.
The Bar
The Mezzanotte bar is themed on an antiques market and hosts breakfasts and lunches at the hotel, as well as aperitifs and cocktails in the evenings to complete the dining experience.
Meanwhile, the Cella di Bacco wine cellar provides an opportunity to try exquisite wines in simple but sophisticated surroundings. The bar credits the star wine to be the Venissa, with a production of less than 4,000 bottles that almost disappeared from production before being brought back to prominence by the Bisol family in 2002.
The Restaurant
The Rubacuori by Venissa is the hotel's Michelin-starred restaurant and has a dining experience to match the surroundings and decor of the hotel. The menu is inspired by Italian cuisine and the Venissa style. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, where there is an a la carte menu and also a tasting menu available.
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Trenino di Orta 
Trenino di Orta
Tour Orta by little train.
The great little trains of Orta tour around this part of the lovely lake, taking in the main square of Orta San Giulio, the holy mountain of Sacramonte and its chapels, and the painted village of Legro. It's a great way of seeing this outcrop of land and is a big hit with children.
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Le Robinie Golf Course
With a green designed by Jack Niklaus, the Robinie is the only golf course in Italy to boast the "Golden Bear" imprint.
Big-hitters will enjoy the generous width fairways but be aware of the lake-size water hazards.
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Bogliaco Golf Course, Toscolano Maderno
The Mediterranean climate allows year-round golfing.
Elevated in the hills on Lake Garda's western side, Bogliaco golf course and resort is blessed with a Mediterranean setting and superb views.
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Ranch Barlot Horse Riding
Trekking in the Monte Baldo.
Heading up the hills from Lake Garda is the beautiful Monte Baldo region of sloping forests, lush greenery and flowing rivers.
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Idroscalo in Festa
Enjoy the summer sporting activity at Milan's 'beach'.
This large lake, on the eastern side of Milan, was originally built for Mussolini as an airport for seaplanes. Now it is a park for sporting activities and a summer meeting place. Boasting a beach, swimming pools and plenty of open space for walking and cycling as well as other team games, its bursts into life in summer and is a perfect family afternoon with a picnic on a hot day.
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Swissminiatur
To scale model of Switzerland.
If you want to see an overview of Switzerland in miniature, then this is the place to come.
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Palazzo Parigi Restaurant, Milan - Centre
A sumptuous dining experience of classic Italian inspiration
The elegant style and furnishings, the neoclassical pieces of art decorating the walls and the hand-painted high ceiling is a dramatic yet fitting setting for the fantastic food of the Palazzo Parigi restaurant. And when the weather is fine, the relaxed atmosphere of the private garden terrace provides an alternative atmosphere for visiting diners.
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Armani Restaurant, Milan - Centre
Michelin-starred Italian fine dining with stunning views over Milan
Part of the Armani Hotel Milan, this Michelin-starred restaurant takes a modern approach to classic Italian wining and dining. The stylish decor has been designed to the smallest detail by Giorgio Armani himself.
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Terrazza Gallia Restaurant, Milan - Centre
Gourmet restaurant near the train station in Milan
Located at the luxury Excelsior Gallia Hotel, this rooftop restaurant boasts a menu created under the consultancy of three-Michelin starred chefs Enrico and Roberto Cerea and the Lebano brothers. They serve modern Italian cuisine with a focus on the Lombardy region.
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Seta Restaurant, Milan - Centre
An Italian dining experience directed by renowned head chef Antonio Guida
The 2-Michelin-starred Seta restaurant located in the Mandarin Oriental Milan hotel is a new kid on the block for the Milanese restaurant scene. An open-plan kitchen gives guests a peak of how the stunning dishes are prepared and a more complete experience to their choices.
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Rubacuori Restaurant, Milan - Centre
Fine dining in Milan, inspired by Venice
Michelin-starred experience that draws on the experimentation of the Venissa culinary approach. The enchanting decor completes the tone for dining in a very unique setting.
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VUN Restaurant, Milan - Centre
Michelin starred restaurant right in front of Galleria Vittorio Emmanuelle
This elegant and sophisticated restaurant is located in a luxury hotel right in the heart of Milan and has been awarded a Michelin star. They serve traditional Italian dishes with innovative touches using local fresh ingredients.
Nightlife nearby
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Mio Bar, Milan - Centre
Chic bar in front of Galleria Vittorio Emmanuelle II
Located in the historic centre of Milan, in front of the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, this is one of Milan’s hottest and trendiest bars in the city at any time of the day.
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Mom Cafe Bar 
Mom Cafe Bar
Wholesome, friendly local's bar great for aperitivo
A casual, all-welcoming cafe offering a lively, homely ambience, tasteful rock tunes and hearty fare. Although this cafe is brimming with customers at happy hour, tables are quick to vacate in good weather as locals spill out to the adjoining park.
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Mimmo Milano Restaurant & Bar, Milan - Centre 
Mimmo Milano Restaurant & Bar, Milan - Centre
Shabby chic restaurant near Porta Venezia
Located inside the Dondup flagship store, this restaurant boasts a wonderful bohemian decor with light whitewashed wood, vintage furniture, lots of candles and linen tablecloths. They serve seasonal dishes based on traditional Italian cuisine.
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Le Biciclette Bar & Restaurant, Milan - Centre
Art bar and bistro in the centre of Milan
Located in south-central Milan, this former cycle shop is a funky art bar decorated with old bicycles and is a great place to enjoy an aperitivo, a tasty dinner or start your evening.
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Bhangrabar Bar
Indian cocktail bar with a great aperitivo
This Indian bar offers a great selection of cocktails, many based on Indian spirits, serves a good aperitivo buffet and has African-themed evenings, as well as DJ sets late into the evening.
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Radetzky Cafe & Bar
Famous cafe and bar in Brera district
This super-cool cafe/bar, whose name is taken from the Austrian General who ruled over Lombardy, is frequented by the Brera fashion and arts crowd and is a great place to unwind. It has an old-world feel, fantastic aperitivo and superb brunches. Best enjoyed in summer.
Sights nearby
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Santa Maria della Passione Church, Milan - Centre 
Santa Maria della Passione Church, Milan - Centre
Second largest church in Milan after the Duomo, dating back to the 15th century
This basilica, the second largest in size after the Duomo in Milan, is an important example of Renaissance architecture. It was part of a large monastery of Lateran Canons, and the adjacent buildings now house Milan's Conservatory.
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Conservatorio di Musica Giuseppe Verdi, Milan - Centre
Famous Milan music school in an old monastery
The Milan Conservatory, named after Verdi though his application to study there was famously rejected, is Milan's most celebrated music college. Since 1808, it has been educating Milan's important, up and coming musicians.
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Padiglione d'Arte Contemporanea (PAC) (Contemporary Arts Pavilion), Northeast Milan
Important contemporary art exhibition centre
PAC is Milan's most important centre for the exhibition of contemporary art, located in the heart of the city, near Porta Venezia's park.
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Galleria Blu, Milan - Centre
First gallery in Milan, home to works by many prominent artists
This gallery is the oldest in Milan, originally founded in 1957, and initially focussed on post-war avant-garde.
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Museo Bagatti Valsecchi (Bagatti Valsecchi Museum), Milan - Centre
Private art collection of the Bagatti Valsecchi brothers
A private foundation, set up by the Bagatti Valsecchi heirs, to open the family's late 19th-century residence and collections of artworks to the public.
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Casa del Manzoni Museum, Northeast Milan
19th-century townhouse, home of writer Alessandro Manzoni
Alessandro Mazoni, the famous literate and author of "I Promessi Sposi" or "The Betrothed", lived in this house from 1814 until 1873. It has been restored to show how it must have been when Manzoni died in 1873.
Towns nearby
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Monza 
Monza
Small city north of Milan, home to the famous F1 racing track
Located just within 15 kilometres north of Milan, this big but picturesque town, the third largest in the Lombardy region, has been transformed from a mainly industrial trade centre to a popular spot for good cuisine, pretty squares and of course the F1 Gran Prix.
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Bergamo 
Bergamo
A historically rich medieval city, once a part of Venice
The city of Bergamo is perched atop a hill just within a 30-40 minute train or car ride from Milan. The fourth largest city in Lombardy, it is located at the foot of the Alps.
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Angera, Lake Maggiore 
Angera, Lake Maggiore
Red tiled roofs in this pretty Roman town
The lovely town of Angera dates back to Roman times when it was an important stopping point for boats transferring their wares to the road, and vice-versa. Sitting high above the town is the Rocca Borromeo, a fortress dating back to the 11th century.
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Arcumeggia, Lake Maggiore 
Arcumeggia, Lake Maggiore
Charming mountain village painted with frescoes
High up above the lakes is the village of Arcumeggia in the mountains. It is famous because in 1956 the local tourist office decided to ask important Italian painters to fresco the walls of the town's stone cottages.
