Travel Information

Getting to the Congress Center Mico (Conference Venue)

From the Airport

Linate

Take bus no. 73 in the "National Arrivals Exit" area all the way to the terminal in Piazza San Babila. Go down into the Metro. Here take the Red Line 1 (Rho Fiera Milano direction).

For the "piazzale Carlo Magno / via Gattamelata" entrance: get off at the “Cadorna” stop, exit the subway and go to the railroad station above : take the first train departing and get off at the “Domodossola” stop – just 600 m from the Congress Centre.

Malpensa

The “MALPENSA EXPRESS” train service will take you directly from the airport to the centre of Milan in 40 minutes, arriving at the Ferrovie Nord “Cadorna” station.

Orio al Serio

The “AUTOSTRADALE” or “AIR PULLMAN” bus service will take you directly from the airport to Milan Central Station in 60 minutes: then take the Metro Geen Line 2 (Abbiategrasso direction) and get off at “Cadorna”.

Here take the Red Line 1 (Rho Fiera Milano direction).

BY TRAIN

Central Station – Garibaldi Station

Take the Metro Green Line 2 (Abbiategrasso direction) and get off at “Cadorna”. Here take the Metro Red Line 1 (Rho Fiera Milano direction).

Stazione Cadorna

BY CAR

From any of the ring roads circling Milan follows the signs to Fieramilanocity, or to any of the large Park & Ride car parks located close to these Metro stops:

Cascina Gobba (1800 cars). Green Line
San Donato (1800 cars). Yellow Line
Famagosta (3000 cars). Green Line
Bisceglie (1900 cars). Red Line Lampugnano (2000 cars). Red Line

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

Buses & Trams

for the "piazzale Carlo Magno / via Gattamelata" entrance:
Bus no. 78 – get off at Colleoni/Gattamelata
Tram no. 27 - get off at Piazza 6 Febbraio

Metro

Closest to Conference center:

Purple Line 5: Get off at "Portello". Purple Line 5 intersects Red Line 1 at "Lotto" stop, and Green Line 2 at "Garibaldi FS" stop.

Red Line 1:

Green Line 2: get off at "Cadorna".

For the "piazzale Carlo Magno / via Gattamelata" entrance: exit the subway and go to the railroad station above: take the first train departing and get off at the “Domodossola” stop – just 600 m from the Congress Centre.

Yellow Line 3: Get off at “Duomo”, switch to the Red Line 1 (RHO Fiera Milano direction).

for the "piazzale Carlo Magno / via Gattamelata" entrance: get off at the “Cadorna” stop, exit the subway and go to the railroad station above : take the first train departing and get off at the “Domodossola” stop – just 600 m from the Congress Centre.

About Milan

See the About Milan page for more information.

Milan is the most modern of Italian cities and the country’s economic center, yet it still maintains its link to the city’s 26 centuries of history. One of the biggest Gothic cathedrals in the world, the Duomo, sits at the heart of the city and is one of many great works that are scattered throughout Milan. The destruction caused by World War 2 provided an opportunity for the people of Milan to rebuild many parts of the city into a thriving business capital and transportation hub with the largest international airport, most railway connections, and the best subway system in Italy.

More information: http://www.tourism.milan.it/

Climate and Temperature

Milan’s summer, from June until September, has an average temperature around 21oC (70°F) with about 12 hours of sunlight per day. The hottest month in Milan, July, can have temperatures as high as 30°C (87°F) with an average low temperature of 18°C (66°F). The summer in Milan presents the highest chance of an occasional thunderstorm with most occurring around early July.

More weather information: https://weatherspark.com/averages/32263/Milan-Lombardia-Italy

Travel around Milan

Milan has an efficient public transportation system operated by Azienda Transporti Milanesi (ATM), which has a network of subway lines, above ground trams, and busses that run throughout the city. Information on ATM can be found here http://www.atm.it/en/ViaggiaConNoi/Pages/default.aspx

By Metro

Milan has a subway network that can get you near almost any location around the city. There are currently 3 lines; MM1 Red, MM2 Green, and MM3 Yellow; with 2 others to be completed by 2015, MM4 and MM5. There are several different options for metro tickets so you can choose the one that is best for your needs.

Tickets can be purchased at ATM authorized outlets found in the Milan area and intercity routes, or at ticket machines at underground stations.

By Tram

In addition to the subway lines ATM has several trams that travel throughout the city above ground offering a view of the city as a fun and convenient travel option. Tickets for the trams are the same as the metro lines and should be stamped or scanned upon entering the tram. Be sure to purchase your tickets before attempting to board a tram.

By Bus

There are some busses that are operated by ATM that can be ridden using an inter-urban ticket purchased at ATM authorized locations. Some ticket options will have distance limits so be aware of all the related rules before purchasing a ticket.

By Bicycle

BikeMi is Milan’s bike sharing program that allows people to rent a bike at stations scattered around the city. Weekly or daily subscriptions are available for purchase online or at ATM locations. Once you pick up a bike from a location ride it to your destination and drop it off at the nearest BikeMi terminal. For more information on this please go to the BikeMi website. https://www.bikemi.com/en/homepage.aspx

Visa Information

If you are unsure whether or not you will need a visa to enter Italy visit this site. http://www.esteri.it/visti/home_eng.asp Go here for more information on requesting a visa to enter Italy. http://www.esteri.it/visti/index_eng.asp

Tourist Destinations

MilanoCard Full Service

Through an online platform, you can buy services and products at preferential prices and have access to a dedicated reservation system. The service includes discounts for public transportation, Expo 2015, over 20 top museums, restaurants, tours, shows, and other attractions.

You can access the service at www.milanocard.it/aim
Use the following password: aim123

The access to book your tours and visits in Milan is:
http://www.findyouritaly.com/en/node/2157

See the About Milan page for more information.

Click here for an online tourist guide to Milan.

The Last Supper

Probably one of the most famous paintings by Leonardo da Vinci, this mural is located in a refectory near the Basilica di Santa Maria. Restorers are fighting a losing battle with time to preserve this work so it is hard to pass up an opportunity to see the Last Supper before it fades to history.

Duomo

This impressive Gothic Cathedral begun construction in 1386 and holds over 6 centuries of history. Exiting the Duomo metro station this structure easily captures the eye and imagination as it appears to be something taken from legend and fairytale. The Duomo is covered in pink marble and has over 100 spires and thousands of statues decorating its surface. If you have the chance, take a look at the Milan skyline from the rooftop of the cathedral, accessible by elevator during the day.

Musei Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia

Italy’s largest museum of science, the Museum of Science and Technology is housed in a 16th century monastery and houses over 10,000 items, including models of many of da Vinci’s drawings, Italy’s first submarine, and many interactive exhibits. This museum is where anyone of any age can find something to enjoy.

Museo del Novecento

The Museum of 20th Century Art housed in what used to be Mussolini’s Arengario, this multistory building that overlooks the Piazza del Duomo (Duomo Square) holds many great works of art. Any art or history lover will find that this museum can offer interesting look into Italy’s progression from Fascism through two world wars to the modern age through the eyes of artists that lived during that era.

Castello Sforzesco

Leonardo da Vinci is most remembered for his inspirational work in art and science, but many of the patrons that paid for his hobbies called on da Vinci to design implements of war, this castle is one such work that has lasted through time. Originally designed for the Visconti it later came under the possession of the Sforza dynasty, and even Napoleon saw its usefulness. Today the Castello Sforzesco houses seven museums showing Milan’s cultural history.

More information: http://www.tourism.milan.it/