Experience in Milano, Italy by Matilde

What is it like to live in Milan? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Everyone knows Milan as the city of fashion, design and shops, but actually it's full of interesting places!
I love living in Milan! The weather it's pretty good and in winter it's not too cold.
The city is a museum itself, for example there's the beautiful Sforza castle with the awesome Arco della pace where you can find a nice park and really great places where to eat and chill.
Navigli area is well know for its night-life, as well as Brera, where you can find an art museum full of masterpieces.

What is the student lifestyle like in Milan?

All the students love Milan, mostly because there are Always parties and things to do.
For example in september there's the fashion week and it's really a good period to spot important people all over the city. Then, you can involve in lots of activities there.

How much does it cost to live in Milan?

Milan is a bit expensive as a city, but not too much, you can afford almost everything.
For example a really good pasta is just 12€!

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Milan? Is there any advice you can give?

Despite being a big city, it's not so easy to find a nice accomodation.
Sometimes it is far from where you study or it's a bit too expensive, but if you look for it for few weeks, you should find a good place!

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Milan, as all the cities in Italy, is one of the best places where to eat.
It's plenty of restaurant with traditional italian dishes.

What places would you recommend visiting in Milan?

If i should recomend some places in Milan, I'd recomend the Duomo Cathedral, as well as Brera and Navigli.

Is the nightlife good in Milan? Where is good to go?

The nightlife in Milan is really great, you won't be disappointed!
One of my favourite places is Gattopardo, which is also quite easy to reach.