Church, mosque or temple
Milan Cathedral
Milan, Italy
A huge Gothic cathedral of white marble with thousands of statues and a roof you can walk on.
Shopping · Italy · Lombardy
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Milan's glass-roofed 19th-century shopping arcade, linking the Duomo and La Scala.
Free to enter about 45 min
For storytellers
Why Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II matters
Under the great glass dome, the Galleria is an elegant arcade with luxury shops, old cafes and mosaics on the floor. Locals say spinning on the bull mosaic's heel brings luck. It's a great spot for a coffee or a stroll even if you don't shop.
Talking points
- The glass and iron arcade dates from the 19th century.
- Floor mosaics include a bull where people spin for luck.
- Some historic cafes are inside.
- Prices are high, so sip a quick espresso.
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