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Milan

#milan #italy Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is the oldest still active shopping mall in Italy. Its name was chosen in honor of Italy's first king, Vittorio Emanuele II di Savoia, who laid the first stone on March 7, 1865. It was designed by architect Giuseppe Mengoni. Sadly he fell off the roof and died before his work was inaugurated in 1877. The tombstone in honor of the architect stands at the entrance of the gallery. Its dimensions are impressive: the dome is 47 meters from the ground and is 39 meters in diameter. It was one of the first in Europe to use glass for such an imposing structure. The top paintings were made by different painters and represent four continents and diverse activities such as art, agriculture, science and industry. In the center of the gallery floor is the mosaic with the coat of arms of the Savoys royal house. A Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II é o mais antigo shopping ainda ativo da Itália. O seu nome foi escolhido em homenagem ao primeiro rei da Itália, Vittorio Emanuele II di Savoia, que colocou a primeira pedra no dia 7 de março de 1865. Foi projetada pelo arquiteto Giuseppe Mengoni. Tristemente ele caiu do telhado e morreu antes que a sua obra fosse inaugurada, em 1877. A lápide em homenagem ao arquiteto fica na entrada da galeria. A suas dimensões são impressionantes: a cúpula está a 47 metros do chão e possui 39 metros de diâmetro. Foi uma das primeiras da Europa a utilizarem o vidro para uma estrutura tão imponente. As pinturas no topo foram realizadas por diferentes pintores e representam quatro continentes e atividades diversas como arte, agricultura, ciência e indústria. No centro do chão da galeria fica o mosaico com o brasão da casa real dos Savoia.
#milan #italy Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is the oldest still active shopping mall in Italy. Its name was chosen in honor of Italy's first king, Vittorio Emanuele II di Savoia, who laid the first stone on March 7, 1865. It was designed by architect Giuseppe Mengoni. Sadly he fell off the roof and died before his work was inaugurated in 1877. The tombstone in honor of the architect stands at the entrance of the gallery. Its dimensions are impressive: the dome is 47 meters from the ground and is 39 meters in diameter. It was one of the first in Europe to use glass for such an imposing structure. The top paintings were made by different painters and represent four continents and diverse activities such as art, agriculture, science and industry. In the center of the gallery floor is the mosaic with the coat of arms of the Savoys royal house. A Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II é o mais antigo shopping ainda ativo da Itália. O seu nome foi escolhido em homenagem ao primeiro rei da Itália, Vittorio Emanuele II di Savoia, que colocou a primeira pedra no dia 7 de março de 1865. Foi projetada pelo arquiteto Giuseppe Mengoni. Tristemente ele caiu do telhado e morreu antes que a sua obra fosse inaugurada, em 1877. A lápide em homenagem ao arquiteto fica na entrada da galeria. A suas dimensões são impressionantes: a cúpula está a 47 metros do chão e possui 39 metros de diâmetro. Foi uma das primeiras da Europa a utilizarem o vidro para uma estrutura tão imponente. As pinturas no topo foram realizadas por diferentes pintores e representam quatro continentes e atividades diversas como arte, agricultura, ciência e indústria. No centro do chão da galeria fica o mosaico com o brasão da casa real dos Savoia.
Galleria Vittoria Emanuele is a distinctive landmark mall in Milan's Duomo area. The stunning Swarovski Christmas tree adds to the grandeur of the Christmas celebration season. Go on weekdays for fewer crowds. #LifeAtExpediaGroup
Eatable chocolate shoes and bags! Really nice! #cacaolab #delicious
Entrance to Piazza di Duomo in #Milan #StunningStructures

Popular places to visit

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II featuring heritage architecture, a castle and night scenes

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

This beautiful old arcade houses some of the biggest names in fashion, such as Prada and Gucci, alongside traditional restaurants and hole-in-the-wall cafés.

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Teatro alla Scala showing heritage architecture, a monument and a statue or sculpture

Teatro alla Scala

See opera, ballet or classical music performed on one of the most famous stages in the world at this theatre and museum.

Teatro alla Scala
Armani Megastore showing railway items and a city

Armani Megastore

Eat, sleep and breathe the universe of ‘King Giorgio’ in an enormous complex that is heaven for devotees of Milanese fashion style.

Armani Megastore
Piazza della Scala which includes a statue or sculpture, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Piazza della Scala

Gaze up at the city hall and the world-renowned theater from the green island at the core of this plaza, which pays tribute to Leonardo da Vinci.

Piazza della Scala
Museo Poldi Pezzoli featuring interior views and heritage elements

Museo Poldi Pezzoli

A former private villa and art collection has become an intimate but impressive museum, with an emphasis on Flemish and Italian fine and decorative arts.

Museo Poldi Pezzoli
Milan featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Chiesa di San Giuseppe

This masterpiece by Baroque architect Francesco Richini conceals magnificent works of art by notable Italian painters from the 16th and 17th centuries.

Chiesa di San Giuseppe

Top hotels in Scala

Galleria Vik Milano - Townhouse Galleria - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Galleria Vik Milano - Townhouse Galleria - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

5 out of 5
Via Silvio Pellico 8 Milan MI
The price is ₹38,224 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
₹38,224
₹44,196 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
Galleria Vik Milano - Townhouse Galleria - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Milan Royal Suites & Luxury Apartments

Milan Royal Suites & Luxury Apartments

Via Romagnosi, 4 Milan MI
Stay at this affittacamere in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (141 reviews)
Suite Beethoven 3 was perfect location to everything. So close to Duomo and the shopping district & restaurants. Only issue was the room was too hot. We had the setting to 20 degrees Celsius and still hot.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

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Milan Royal Suites & Luxury Apartments
Hotel Berna

Hotel Berna

4 out of 5
Via Torriani Napo 18 Milan MI
The price is ₹13,783 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
₹13,783
₹17,311 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,207 reviews)
Our stay was great hotel is in a central location easy to get any where. Staff are friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Hotel Berna
ibis Milano Centro

ibis Milano Centro

3 out of 5
Via Finocchiaro Aprile Camillo 2 Milan MI
The price is ₹11,520 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
₹11,520
₹14,263 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,580 reviews)
Good location and nice bar. Friendly staff

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

ibis Milano Centro
Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo

Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo

4 out of 5
Piazza Giuseppe Missori 1 Milan MI
The price is ₹22,111 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
₹22,111
₹26,472 total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,231 reviews)
The location was perfect, room was very clean and the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Hotel Dei Cavalieri Milano Duomo
UNA Hotels Century Milano

UNA Hotels Century Milano

4 out of 5
Via Fabio Filzi 25 B Milan MI
The price is ₹14,283 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹14,283
₹17,860 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Milan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Good location, nice hotel, good price

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Scala

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II featuring heritage architecture, a castle and night scenes

Milan Centre

4.5/5(377 area reviews)

Cathedral of Milan and Piazza del Duomo are top sights in Milan Centre, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duomo Station or Via Orefici P.za Cordusio Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

Milan Centre
Centro Storico

Centro Storico

Cathedral of Milan and Piazza del Duomo are top sights in Centro Storico, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Via Orefici P.za Cordusio Tram Stop or Cordusio M1 Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

Centro Storico
Pinacoteca di Brera which includes heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Brera

Shopping, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of Brera. Make a stop by Pinacoteca di Brera or Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Via Cusani Tram Stop or Cairoli Station to get around town.

Brera
Borgonuovo featuring street scenes and a city

Borgonuovo

While you're in Borgonuovo, take in top sights like Armani Megastore or Teatro Manzoni, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Montenapoleone M3 Tram Stop or Montenapoleone Station.

Borgonuovo
interior of San Marco church in Milan, Italy

San Marco

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting San Marco, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Rigamonti and Antonio Colombo Arte Contemporanea.

San Marco
Porta Nuova showing street scenes and a city

Porta Nuova

4/5(67 area reviews)

Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Porta Nuova. Check out top attractions like Piazza della Repubblica and Corso Como, and jump on the metro at Repubblica M3 Tram Stop or Turati M3 Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Porta Nuova

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