Where to Stay in Milan with Kids
Our expert guide to taking on Milan with your family.
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Travelling to Milan with the bambini in tow? The fashion, design and business capital of Italy, this city may not be the most obvious place to bring your kids, but it’s certainly one they can enjoy and learn from. And thanks to this expertly curated list of where to stay in Milan with kids, you’ll swiftly and easily find the neighbourhood that’s right for you and your clan, whether you want to stay somewhere quiet and residential or in a buzzy cultural hub.
Our picky Plum Guide home critics have worked hard testing each aspect of every apartment on our site, so you know when you choose where to lay your head, it’s going to have a mighty fine pillow and beyond. These flats are luxurious, well designed and ready for you to spend your holiday lounging on their cosy furniture and sipping espresso from their well-stocked kitchens.
Sempione
The Arch of Peace in Sempione Park, Milan
Topping the list of where to stay in Milan with kids is the picturesque Sempione neighbourhood. Named for the vast, leafy park that dominates the district, this is the perfect area to stroll around with the kids and let them enjoy the outdoors. The park itself, which used to be a forest until it was transformed by Napoleon (that guy really got around), is the expansive garden of the Sforzesco Castle. A tranquil neighbourhood away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre, your little princes and princesses will love calling this place home for a few days.
For the parents, there’s something in this for you, too. In the south of the park, you’ll find the contemporary art hub La Triennale di Milano. You’ll be thrilled to spend a few hours entrenched in contemporary art and design.
Bicicletta Velocissima, Plum Guide home in Milan
Castello and Triennale
On the other side of Parco Sempione lies the Castello and Triennale areas, which also makes our list of where to stay in Milan with kids. You’ll feel right at home in this posh neighbourhood, full of elegant historic houses and landmarks. Located on the north-western edge of the historic city centre, this area is named for the 15th-century Castello Sforzesco, which if you were paying attention, you’ll note we mentioned earlier. The castle itself makes a great spot to explore with the kiddos, if you're looking for things to do with kids in Milan.
Chalet Milano, Plum Guide home in Milan
Tre Torri
Low angle view of apartment buildings and trees in Tre Torri, Milan, Italy
When we’re talking about where to stay in Milan with kids, Tre Torri makes the cut for its practicality. The neighbourhood is named after the three contemporary skyscrapers that stand proudly there - Il Dritto (The Straight One), Lo Storto (The Twisted One) and Il Curvo (The Curved One). It's also located outside the historic city centre in the north-west of the city, but offers easy access to all the landmarks by tram and metro.
Past the skyscrapers lies a peaceful, residential area. Go for a stroll while checking out the beautiful old buildings that line the quiet, tree-lined streets. Or, do some shopping at CityLife, with its high-street stores and restaurants. After a long day of sightseeing and chasing after your children, you can’t help but appreciate coming home to serene Tre Torri.
Brera
Charming cobblestone street with traditional houses and hanging flower pots in Brera, Milan, Italy
For you more bohemian parents, why not try Brera? This is basically the equivalent of Paris’s Montmartre. Home to the Brera Academy of Fine Arts and the world-famous Pinacoteca di Brera, this is the perfect spot to lay down holiday roots if you want to be surrounded by arts and culture. The neighbourhood is hip, artistic and chock full of charming restaurants and cafes. It is the most exclusive place to stay in the city and the best part? It’s right in the centre.
Long cobbled roads are perfect for an evening stroll and the many local shops and galleries mean you’ll never be short on opportunities to exercise your credit card. Enjoy a spritz (or three) in one of the many local piazzas while the kids sip on lemonade.
Naturalezza, Plum Guide home in Milan
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