Brera Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Pinacoteca di Brera featuring heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture
Pinacoteca di Brera which includes heritage architecture, interior views and a statue or sculpture
Pinacoteca di Brera featuring a statue or sculpture and heritage architecture as well as an individual male
Pinacoteca di Brera showing heritage architecture and interior views as well as a couple
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Popular places to visit

Pinacoteca di Brera featuring heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Pinacoteca di Brera

Milan’s main public gallery is housed in a former 14th-century monastery and features works by famous artists such as Caravaggio and Raphael.

Pinacoteca di Brera
Milan showing a church or cathedral, street scenes and heritage architecture

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

Teatro alla Scala Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Teatro alla Scala Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Milan. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Teatro alla Scala Museum

Academy of Fine Arts of Brera

Explore the campus of Academy of Fine Arts of Brera during your stay in Milan. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Academy of Fine Arts of Brera

Orto Botanico di Brera

Explore the great outdoors at Orto Botanico di Brera, a lovely green space in Milan. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

Orto Botanico di Brera

Piccolo Teatro Grassi

Get tickets for a show at Piccolo Teatro Grassi, a theatre with a story to tell in Milan. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.

Piccolo Teatro Grassi

Activities

Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour

Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour

NZ$193
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall

Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall

NZ$49
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Serravalle Designer Outlet Mall
train in milan

Bernina Red Train Rail Tour

NZ$291
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Bernina Red Train Rail Tour
Milan: La Scala Theatre and Museum Guided Tour

Milan: La Scala Theatre and Museum Guided Tour

NZ$92
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Milan: La Scala Theatre and Museum Guided Tour
Full Day Tour with Panoramic Cruise Lake Como and Bellagio Bliss

Lake Como and Bellagio Bliss Full Day Tour with Panoramic Cruise

NZ$482
per adult
Lake Como and Bellagio Bliss Full Day Tour with Panoramic Cruise
Best of Milan audio tour: From the gorgeous Duomo to Castello Sforzesco

Best of Milan audio tour: From the gorgeous Duomo to Castello Sforzesco

NZ$17
per adult
Best of Milan audio tour: From the gorgeous Duomo to Castello Sforzesco
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Our pick of the best Brera Hotel Deals

Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan

Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan

5 out of 5
Piazzetta M. Bossi No. 2, Milan, MI
The price is NZ$1,157 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$1,157
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Milan. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Milan ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews)
"Gorgeous hotel with excellent service."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan
UNA Hotels Cusani Milano

UNA Hotels Cusani Milano

4 out of 5
Via Cusani 13, Milan, MI
The price is NZ$409 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
NZ$409
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Milan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Great Stay
"The room was the perfect size and it was very comfortable. The location of the hotel couldn't be more convenient. We had lunch at Il Cairoli Restaurant, it was very delicious and the service great. Whenever we go back to Milan or Italy we will certainly look to stay at a UNA hotel."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

UNA Hotels Cusani Milano
ibis Milano Centro

ibis Milano Centro

3 out of 5
Via Finocchiaro Aprile Camillo 2, Milan, MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$223 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$223
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Milan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,286 reviews)
"Nice location."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

ibis Milano Centro
UNA Hotels Galles Milano

UNA Hotels Galles Milano

4 out of 5
Piazza Lima 2, Milan, MI
The price is NZ$287 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$287
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Milan. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"The hotel was about a 10-15 minute walk from the central station. It looked tired from the outside, but was very spacious inside. The rooms were clean and again spacious. The separate bath and shower were a nice touch for the end of a long journey. There was a gym, swimming pool and sauna. However, ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

UNA Hotels Galles Milano
Uptown Palace

Uptown Palace

4 out of 5
Via Santa Sofia N.10, Milan, MI
The price is NZ$388 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$388
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Milan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Love the location. Helpful staff and friendly. Wonderful to receive a Gold member upgrade! Grazie"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Uptown Palace
Novotel Milano Linate Aeroporto

Novotel Milano Linate Aeroporto

4 out of 5
Via Mecenate 121, Milan, MI
The price is NZ$216 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$216
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Milan. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"This was very relaxing, very clean, staff very friendly, and we had everything we needed!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Novotel Milano Linate Aeroporto
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Other neighbourhoods around Brera

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San Marco

While visiting San Marco, you might make a stop by sights like Corriere della Sera and Cerchia dei Navigli.

San Marco
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II which includes interior views, shopping and heritage architecture

Scala

While you're in Scala, take in top sights like Teatro alla Scala or Piazza della Scala, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Teatro alla Scala Tram Stop or Montenapoleone M3 Tram Stop.

Scala
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II showing heritage architecture, night scenes and château or palace

Milan Centre

4.5/5(119 area reviews)

Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Milan 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

Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Milan 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
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San Babila

Discover San Babila, memorable for its shopping. Popular attractions in San Babila include Piazza San Babila and San Babila, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at San Babila Station.

San Babila
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Porta Nuova

4/5(23 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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