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MILANHOTEL PRINCIPE DI SAVOIA

Two day itinerary: Secret PlacesThe cosmopolitan city of Milan may be known for its fashion scene, but behind the façade of opulent designer boutiques and

sparkling runway shows, another side of the city is waiting to be discovered. The winding streets offer captivating hidden sights

and spaces, from covert gardens to clandestine speakeasies. Experience the best of secret Milan with this two-day itinerary.

Day OneStart the day with a 20-minute taxi ride to Via Terraggio Garden.

DROGHERIA GROSSI T: 002 86 450 650 | Corso Magenta 31, 20123 Milan

Drogheria Grossi has been providing Milan’s affluent residents with groceries and gourmet foods for

nearly 100 years. Wooden shelves (some accessible only by ladder) cover every inch of wall space,

groaning under the weight of local produce, such as pasta, coffee, condiments, Italian sweets and

candied fruits.

Next, walk for five minutes towards Santa Maria delle Grazie to reach Leonardo’s Vineyard.

LEONARDO’S VINEYARDT: 002 481 6150 | Casa degli Atellani, Corso Magenta 65, 20123 Milan

Across the road from Santa Maria delle Grazie – the home of Leonardo da Vinci’s famous ‘Last

Supper’ fresco – is a garden that once belonged to the artist. Between painting sessions, da Vinci

developed a passion for wine and began to grow grapes in his own personal vineyard. The space

is now a museum, and visitors can explore the beautiful building and garden where oenologists

continue to grow the grapes da Vinci cultivated.

The next stop is located just five minutes’ walk away.

VIA TERRAGGIO GARDENVia Terraggio 5, 20123 Milan

One of Milan’s secret green spaces, Via Terraggio Garden is known only to a handful of in-the-know

visitors. Enclosed within a boundary of townhouses, its entrance is identifiable by an unmarked

grey arched door at number 5 Via Terraggio. The humble park, which was closed to the public until

recently, is a picturesque place for a morning walk.

Then, walk for two minutes to Drogheria Grossi in Corso Magenta.

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Day twoBegin day two with a 10-minute walk or a five-minute drive to Albergo Diurno Venezia.

VINTAGE DELIRIUM BY FRANCO JACASSIT: 002 8646 2076 | Via Giuseppe Sacchi 3, 20121 Milan

A highlight for fashion lovers, Vintage Delirium is a hole-in-the-wall boutique specialising in stylish

vintage clothing and accessories. It’s filled with iconic pieces by world-leading designers and brands

such as Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel, Balenciaga and Versace. Every piece has been

hand-selected by the owner and lifelong collector, Franco Jacassi.

To get back to the hotel, hail a taxi for a 10-minute drive.

SANTA MARIA PRESSO SAN SATIRO T: 002 874683 | Via Torino 17/19, 20123 Milan

Located close to the Duomo di Milano, Santa Maria presso San Satiro is an architectural gem

squeezed into a busy street in the heart of the city. From the outside, the Renaissance-style church

looks rather modest, but inside it appears much larger thanks to a clever artistic optical illusion

behind the altar – an ingenious idea by Italian architect Donato Bramante.

To reach Luini, it’s a short seven-minute walk from the church.

BASILICA DI SAN VITTORE AL CORPOT: 002 4800 5351 | Via San Vittore 25, 20100 Milan

San Vittore al Corpo may not compare to the Duomo di Milano when it comes to size or magnitude,

but it’s fascinating nonetheless. The historic basilica is the resting place of Saint Vittore and the

former monastery of the Olivetan monks. The interior is covered in stunning hand-painted frescos

and intricate carvings. Look up to admire the vaulted dome ceiling, decorated with murals of saints,

and climb the bell tower for panoramic views over Milan.

Choose between a 15-minute drive and a 20-minute walk to reach the penultimate destination of

the day.

ALBERGO DIURNO VENEZIA T: 002 659 2330 | Piazza Guglielmo Oberdan, 20124 Milan

Underneath Piazza Oberdan lies a fascinating space called Albergo Diurno Venezia. The 1920s Art

Deco venue was once used as a fashionable day spa, full of baths, barbershops and beauty salons

where affluent residents would enjoy pampering and socialising. While it is no longer used in this

way, the FAI organises interesting tours of the abandoned underground complex.

Then, it’s a 20-minute drive or a 30-minute walk to the next stop, Santa Maria presso San Satiro.

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All journey times are approximate and subject to variation.

VIA LINCOLN20129 Milan

Via Lincoln (known as the ‘rainbow street’ due to its multi-coloured houses), is one of the most

intriguing roads in Milan. A must-see attraction for architecture enthusiasts, the unusual cluster of

painted houses stands out among the city’s more subdued tones. While the street is residential, it’s

worth passing by for a closer look and a photo.

The final stop of the day is 1930. Get the secret address from Mag Café, just a one-minute walk

from Via Lincoln.

LUINI T: 002 86461917 | Via Santa Radegonda 16, 20121 Milan

Luini may be tiny, but the gourmet eatery is a local institution. Specialising in panzerotti - small

pastry turnovers oozing with delicious savoury fillings - the family-run Luini has been wowing the

Milanese with their sweet, salty, doughy delights since 1949. Grab a few warm panzerotti for lunch

before heading to Via Lincoln.

To visit Via Lincoln, take a 12-minute drive from Luini.

1930Mag Café, Ripa di Porta Ticinese, 43, 20143 Milan

Milan’s trendiest speakeasy, 1930, is also the most difficult to find. Gaining access isn’t as simple

as giving a password or walking through a ‘cupboard’, to get the address you need to go to Mag

Café and speak to the owners. You’re then given a phone number to contact and, if you pass the

test, a mysterious person will give you directions. Once inside, a cosy yet sophisticated ambience

and innovative cocktail menu make it worth the effort.

Finish the day by hailing a taxi for the 20-minute drive back to the hotel.