Dine with strangers in an old Milanese flat, try your hand at boccia or give boogie-woogie a go, forget the city traffic in the warm waters of a thermal oasis inside the ancient walls of Porta Romana, relive the nights of the 1980s under the neon lights of the club that played host to Andy Warhol, ride a racing bike in a historic wooden velodrome, venture into a Wunderkammer housing some of the most iconic artworks of the 20th century, visit a former locomotive factory transformed into a truly exceptional cultural centre …

Dine with strangers in an old Milanese flat, try your hand at boccia or give boogie-woogie a go, forget the city traffic in the warm waters of a thermal oasis inside the ancient walls of Porta Romana, relive the nights of the 1980s under the neon lights of the club that played host to Andy Warhol, ride a racing bike in a historic wooden velodrome, venture into a Wunderkammer housing some of the most iconic artworks of the 20th century, visit a former locomotive factory transformed into a truly exceptional cultural centre … Hidden hotels, outstanding restaurants, secret bars, off-the-radar strolls ... In this guide you’ll find a carefully curated, eclectic selection for every budget. Designed for both travellers and locals, it reveals handpicked addresses chosen by local writers – each place a gateway to discovery, far from the crowds and off the beaten path. A fresh take on the art of travel.