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After dark: A guide to nightlife in Milan

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In Milan, bars in every district are waiting to tempt you. From the early evening aperitivo to late, late nights on the dance floor in the city’s hottest clubs, there’s a Milan nightlife scene for everyone. Hidden cocktail joints are perfect for those looking for something a little … different. Bars stocked with over 100 gins cater to distillery aficionados looking for a botanical they’ve yet to try. And simple cafes and craft beer joints offer a middle ground for anyone hoping to drink with the local Milanese crowd on a casual evening out.

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Top 10 things to do in Milan

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We don’t need to tell you to add Duomo di Milano to your things to do in Milan list. You’ll already have your top ten all picked out. Instead, we’ll clue you in to what to do in Milan when you’ve ticked off your must sees. You’ll need to know where to grab the best pizza for an on-brand Milanese refuel between sights, which cafe was designed by Wes Andersen and which day it’s best to drop in on the bustling banks of the Naviglio Grande Canal.