Day Trips in Milan

Leave urban Milan for the day and spend some time at picturesque Lake Maggiore, located in Italy's Lake District. Explore the chic town of Stresa, learning about the area's history from your guide and perusing the shops. Then hop on a boat for a 2-hour cruise around the lake, and take in the scenery of the water and surrounding mountains. Visit the Borromean Islands – Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Bella – before making the return trip to Milan.

Experience Italy's fashion and design capital without booking a hotel on a day trip from Rome to Milan. Catch the high-speed train to arrive in the glamorous northern city in 3 hours, and make the most of your time on a guided tour of highlights like the Milan Cathedral, La Scala Opera House, and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele shopping center. A small group size allows for personalized attention from the guide, who arranges all logistics.

Dedicate a day to Milan with this convenient day trip from Stresa on Lake Maggiore. Perfect for those without a car who want to learn about Milan not just see it, the day trip includes round-trip coach transport plus a guided tour. You'll go straight to landmarks such as Castello Sforzesco and discover sights like the Monumental Cemetery that some visitors miss. An afternoon of free time completes the trip before your return to Stresa.

Discover the natural beauty of the Italian Lakes district on a day trip from Milan to Lake Orta and Lake Maggiore. With a guide, you'll take a boat ride on Lake Maggiore, the second-biggest lake in Italy, to admire the sights along its shoreline; then enjoy Lake Orta, a much smaller lake, on a walk through the town of Orta San Giulio.

Get swept up in the scenery and romance of Verona and Lake Garda on a day trip from Milan. Led by a local guide, begin with a walking tour of Verona, passing the main square of Piazza delle Erbe, the Roman Arena and the house of Juliet where Shakespeare enthusiasts can call out to Romeo from the balcony. After pausing for lunch, head to the lakeside village of Sirmione to explore the medieval streets, famous castle and stunning views.

Swap the city sights of Milan for the lakeside allure of Lake Como with this day trip from Milan. Showcasing the highlights of the glamorous northern lake, the excursion packs in a walking tour of Como town and a visit to Villa Olmo with a boat cruise to Bellagio and free time in Varenna. You'll travel with a guide to get the lowdown on all the sights, and you'll be back in Milan in time for dinner.

Visit Verona on a day trip from Milan, and discover the romance of the city made famous by Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet.' After free time in Verona's medieval center, you'll continue by coach to the banks of Lake Garda. Stop in the town of Sirmione where Roman ruins, a moated castle, and enchanting lake views await.