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Researched Updated Oct 29, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Essentials

City
Milan, capital of Lombardy, in northern Italy, and the second-largest comune in the country. 1
Population
ISTAT counts 1,362,863 residents in the comune on 1 January 2026. Wikipedia cites a 2024 estimate of 3,245,459 for the Metropolitan City of Milan, and a wider metropolitan area above 6 million. 1 2
Internet Speed
No Milan-only series was opened. Ookla medians for Italy in September 2026 were 285.86 Mbps fixed and 135.91 Mbps mobile. 12
Currency & Banking
Euro (EUR). The country prep keeps the ECB reference of 19 October 2026: 1 euro = 1.1225 US dollars, so 1 US dollar = 0.8909 euro. The 90-day file opened on 26 October 2026 already shows the 23 October cube at 1.1193. 5
Tap Water
Tap water is safe to drink. Do not drink from a fountain marked non potabile. 4
Power
230 V, 50 Hz, with Europlug (type C), Schuko (type F) and Italian type L. The Wikivoyage Italy quick facts say 230 V; a later paragraph on the same page still prints 220 V. 4
SIM Card
iliad, TIM, Vodafone and WindTre sell prepaid SIMs. You need a passport, and the shop can make a codice fiscale from it. iliad activation is €9.99. GIGA 150 is €7.99 a month for 150 GB, and TOP 230 is €9.99 a month for 230 GB plus 18 GB in the EU. 4 6 7
Banking for Expats
Revolut and N26 are popular; Buddybank (UniCredit) for local IBAN.
Accommodation
Average €1,200-€1,800/month for central 1-bedroom. Airbnb, DoveVivo, Spotahome.
Cashless Friendly
Yes, cards/contactless accepted almost everywhere, even for small coffee.
Short Term Rentals
Airbnb, Blueground (furnished apartments for nomads), Ostello Bello.
Budget Accommodation
Ostello Bello (Via Medici), YellowSquare Milan (Porta Romana) approx. €40-60/night.
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
Centro Storico (Duomo), Brera (Artistic), or Navigli (Nightlife). 3
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
Isola (Trendy/Modern), Porta Venezia (Libery architecture/LGBTQ+ friendly), or NoLo (Up-and-coming).

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
Talent Garden Calabiana (Via Arcivescovo Calabiana 6) is open; its page does not print a day rate. NOTONLYDESK lists a day pass from €15 and a dedicated desk from €149 a month, both before VAT. 9 10
Best Cafe for Work
Gogol & Company (Via Savona), Santeria Paladini 8, or Starbucks Reserve Roastery (Cordusio).
Networking Events
Silicon Allee Milan, Funky Lunch events, and 'Milano Digital Week' (Annual in March).
Social Events for Expats
Internations Milan monthly mixers; 'Milan Expat' Facebook group; Speakeasy Multilingual aperitivos.

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App
FreeNow (Taxi), Uber (Black only, more expensive), WeTaxi.
Bike/Scooter Rental
BikeMi (Station-based), Lime, Dott, Bird (Dockless scooters). €0.25/min.
Best Beach Nearby
Santa Margherita Ligure (2 hours by train); Idroscalo (Artificial beach in the city).
Top Regional Airline
ITA Airways (Hub: Linate/Malpensa)
Top International Airline
Emirates, Lufthansa, Delta (Operating from Malpensa MXP).
Highway Access
A1 (Autostrada del Sole to Rome), A4 (Venice-Turin), A7 (To Genoa). 3
Main Train/Transit Hub
Milano Centrale (High-speed Frecciarossa/Italo); Milano Cadorna (Malpensa Express). 3 15
Public Transport Passes
ATM Monthly Pass: €39 (Ordinary); €22 (Under 27). Includes Metro, Tram, Bus. 8
Regional Travel
Train (Trenitalia/Trenord) to Lake Como (50 mins, €5), Bologna (1hr, €25).

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Piazza Ospedale Maggiore 3, in the north of the city. 13 14
Yoga & Wellness Centers
CityZen (Via Sannio), YogaEssential (Porta Nuova), QC Terme Milano (Luxury Spa).
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Virgin Active (Corso Como), GetFIT (Various locations), Basic-Fit (Budget, €25/month).
Laundry Services
Mama Clean (App-based delivery), Bloomest (Self-service laundromats, ~€5-8/load).

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
Glovo (Spanish-owned, very popular), Deliveroo, Just Eat.
Best Local Dish to Try
Risotto alla Milanese (Saffron), Cotoletta alla Milanese, Ossobuco. 3
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
Joia (Michelin-starred veggie), Flower Burger (Vegan fast food), Soulgreen.
Best Dessert Spots
Pasticceria Marchesi 1824 (Galleria), Luini (famous Panzerotti), Pave (Porta Venezia).
Affordable Shopping Spots
Esselunga (High quality), Lidl (Budget), Mercato di Papiniano (Street market).
E-commerce/Online Store
Amazon.it, Zalando (Fashion), Esselunga a Casa.
Grocery Delivery
Cortilia (Farm-to-table), Getir, Carrefour Home Delivery.
Bar/Nightlife Area
Navigli (Aperitivo), Corso Como (Clubs), Isola (Craft beer bars). 3
Local Brewery
Birrificio Lambrate (Via Adelchi), Birrificio Italiano (Via Copernico).
Wine Bars
Cantine Isola (Via Paolo Sarpi), N'Ombra de Vin (Brera), Signorvino.
Street Food Stalls
Mercato Centrale (Stazione Centrale), Sidewalk Kitchens (Via Pasquale Sottocorno).
Popular International Cuisine
Iyo (Japanese-Italian fusion), Temakinho (Brazilian-Japanese), Poporoya (First Sushi in Milan).

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
Duomo di Milano, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Sforzesco Castle. 3
Museums & Art Venues
Pinacoteca di Brera, Fondazione Prada, Mudec (Museum of Cultures).
Historical Sites
The Last Supper (Santa Maria delle Grazie), Colonne di San Lorenzo. 3
Religious Sites
Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio, San Bernardino alle Ossa (Skull ossuary).
Annual Events
Salone del Mobile (Design Week), Milan Fashion Week (Feb/Sept), Sant'Ambrogio Festival.
Cultural Districts
Brera Design District, Via Tortona (Fashion/Design zone).
Theater Venues
Teatro alla Scala (World famous opera), Teatro Arcimboldi.
Local Markets
Fiera di Sinigaglia (Flea market), Mercato di Via Fauche (Fashion bargains).
Music Scene
Blue Note (Jazz), Alcatraz (Concerts), Fabrique.
Street Art
Ortica district (Ortica Memoria murals), Isola District urban art.
Cooking Classes
Eataly Smeraldo (Piazza XXV Aprile), Cook & Dine Milan.
Art Galleries
HangarBicocca (Contemporary), Galleria d'Arte Moderna (GAM).
Historic Buildings
Bosco Verticale (Modern landmark), Palazzo Marino.
Local Heritage
The Meneghino mask, the Panettone tradition.

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Parco Sempione (City center), Biblioteca degli Alberi (BAM), Parco Nord.
National Parks Nearby
Parco Lombardo della Valle del Ticino is a regional park, the first in Italy (1974), covering more than 91,000 hectares along the river west of Milan. It is not a national park. 17
Cycling/Walking Paths
The Martesana cycle path starts near Via De Marchi and follows the canal to Cassano d'Adda, about 32 km one way, then joins the Adda path toward Lecco. 3
Scenic Viewpoints
Duomo rooftop terraces cost €16 on foot or €18 by lift for an adult, on the tariff in force since 1 April 2025. Torre Branca in Parco Sempione is the other central viewpoint. 3 16
Birdwatching Locations
Oasis of Vanzago (WWF site near Milan).
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
None in city limits; designated BBQ areas at Parco di Trenno.

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service
Poste Italiane, DHL Express (Via San Pietro all'Orto), UPS Access Points.
Tech Repair Services
Apple Store (Piazza Liberty), PC Hunter (Via Gustavo Fara).
Table Tennis Spots
Ping Pong park tables at Parco Sempione and Giardini Montanelli.
Language Classes
Scuola Leonardo da Vinci, British Council (English), Dante Alighieri Society.
Libraries & Study Spots
Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense, Via Brera 28, inside the Brera palace. Monday to Friday 08:30-18:15, Saturday 08:30-13:30. 18
Community Centers
Cascina Cuccagna (Urban farmhouse/community hub).
Gaming Lounges
Titan Gaming Center (Viale Abruzzi).
Casino & Gaming Halls
Casino di Campione, Piazzale Milano 2, Campione d'Italia, is open every day except 24 December (Sunday to Thursday 12:00-04:00, Friday and Saturday 12:00-04:30). 20

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
September 2026 asking prices in the Centro zone averaged €11,231 per m², so 40 m² is about €449,240. Zone average, not a studio-only index. 11
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
September 2026 asking prices in Bisceglie, Baggio and Olmi averaged €3,299 per m², so 40 m² is about €131,960. The citywide average was €5,665 per m². Zone average, not a studio-only index. 11
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
September 2026 asking prices in the Centro zone averaged €11,231 per m², so 60 m² is about €673,860. Zone average, not a one-bedroom index. 11
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
September 2026 asking prices in Bisceglie, Baggio and Olmi averaged €3,299 per m², so 60 m² is about €197,940. Zone average, not a one-bedroom index. 11
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
September 2026 asking prices in the Centro zone averaged €11,231 per m², so 80 m² is about €898,480. Zone average, not a two-bedroom index. 11
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
September 2026 asking prices in Bisceglie, Baggio and Olmi averaged €3,299 per m², so 80 m² is about €263,920. Zone average, not a two-bedroom index. 11
Corporate Tax
IRES is 24% and ordinary IRAP is 3.9%. Regions may move the IRAP rate by up to 0.92 points. IRAP no longer applies to self-employed professionals. For 2025 only, IRES can fall from 24% to 20% for companies that reinvest profits. 24
Dividend Withholding Tax
26% final flat tax 25
Tax System
Residents are taxed on worldwide income. You are resident if, for more than 183 days in the year, counting fractions of days, you are physically in Italy, you have your habitual abode here, or Italy is the centre of your personal and family life. Registration in the population register creates a presumption. 21 22
Highest Income Tax Bracket
43% national IRPEF on income above €50,000 in 2026. The bands under that are 23% up to €28,000 and 33% from €28,001 to €50,000. Regional tax is about 1.23% to 3.33% and municipal tax is 0% to 0.9%. 21
VAT
22% standard IVA. Restaurants and hotels are 10%, and books are 4%. The tax is included in the displayed price. 4
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
From 2024, a controlled foreign company is caught when its effective tax is under 15% on certified accounts and more than one third of revenue is passive. If the accounts are not certified, the test is foreign tax under half the Italian corporate tax that would apply. The Italy tax profile still states only that half-rate test. 26
Property Tax
IMU is not due on an ordinary main home. In Milan for 2026, luxury main homes (A/1, A/8 and A/9) are 0.68% and other buildings are generally 1.14%. Council resolution 110 of 18 December 2025. 28 29
Property Transaction Tax
Buying from a private seller, registration tax is 2% with first-home relief instead of 9%, with a minimum of €1,000. A VAT sale with the same relief is 4% VAT on the price, plus €200 registration tax, €200 mortgage tax and €200 cadastral tax. 27
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
Workers who transfer residence from 2024 can exclude 50% of Italian employment or self-employment income, up to €600,000 a year, for the arrival year and the four years after. Moving with a minor child cuts the taxable share to 40%. Transfers completed by 31 December 2023 stay on the earlier inbound regime. People who transfer legal residence from 1 January 2026 may elect a €300,000 flat tax on foreign-source income. 23 21

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 29, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

  1. Wikipedia, MilanReference
  2. ISTAT population via Comuni e Citta, 1 January 2026Reference
  3. Wikivoyage MilanSecondary
  4. Wikivoyage ItalySecondary
  5. ECB euro reference rates, 90-day historyOfficial
  6. iliad TOP 230Official
  7. iliad GIGA 150Official
  8. ATM urban passesOfficial
  9. NOTONLYDESK MilanListings
  10. Talent Garden Milano CalabianaOfficial
  11. Immobiliare.it Milan asking prices, September 2026Listings
  12. Ookla Speedtest Global Index, Italy, September 2026Index
  13. ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano NiguardaOfficial
  14. OpenStreetMap, Niguarda hospitalReference
  15. OpenStreetMap, Milano CentraleReference
  16. Veneranda Fabbrica, Duomo tickets from 1 April 2025Official
  17. Parco Lombardo della Valle del TicinoOfficial
  18. Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense hoursOfficial
  19. Biblioteca comunale degli Intronati, SienaOfficial
  20. Casino di Campione hoursOfficial
  21. PwC Italy personal income tax, reviewed 23 July 2026Professional
  22. PwC Italy tax residence, reviewed 23 July 2026Professional
  23. PwC Italy inbound workers, reviewed 23 July 2026Professional
  24. PwC Italy corporate income tax, reviewed 13 July 2026Professional
  25. PwC Italy withholding taxes, reviewed 13 July 2026Professional
  26. PwC Italy CFC rulesProfessional
  27. Agenzia delle Entrate first-home purchase taxesOfficial
  28. Milan IMU rates 2026, prospectus 13159Official
  29. Comune di Milano, IMUOfficial

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €8,800 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €528,000) September 2026 asking prices in the Centro zone averaged €11,231 per m², so 60 m² is about…
    • 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €4,200 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €252,000) September 2026 asking prices in Bisceglie, Baggio and Olmi averaged €3,299 per m², so 60…
    • 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €8,200 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €656,000) September 2026 asking prices in the Centro zone averaged €11,231 per m², so 80 m² is about…
    • 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €3,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €304,000) September 2026 asking prices in Bisceglie, Baggio and Olmi averaged €3,299 per m², so 80…
    • Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads Lavoratori Impatriati: 70-90% tax exemption on income if moving residency. Workers who transfer residence from 2024 can exclude 50% of Italian employment or…
    23 more changes
    • Best Coworking Space Talent Garden (Isola/Calabiana) - €25 day pass; Copernico (Centrale) - €300/month. Talent Garden Calabiana (Via Arcivescovo Calabiana 6) is open; its page does not print a…
    • Best Hospital Ospedale Niguarda (General), San Raffaele (Private Excellence), Policlinico di Milano. ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Piazza Ospedale Maggiore 3, in the north of…
    • Casino & Gaming Halls Casinò di Campione (Closed/Reopening), Sisal Wincity (Diaz). Casino di Campione, Piazzale Milano 2, Campione d'Italia, is open every day except 24…
    • City Milan, Lombardy, Italy Milan, capital of Lombardy, in northern Italy, and the second-largest comune in the…
    • Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, applicable to entities in low-tax jurisdictions From 2024, a controlled foreign company is caught when its effective tax is under 15% on…
    • Corporate Tax 24% IRES + approx 3.9% IRAP (Total ~27.9%) IRES is 24% and ordinary IRAP is 3.9%. Regions may move the IRAP rate by up to 0.92…
    • Currency & Banking Euro (EUR). 1 EUR ≈ 0.92 USD. Major banks: Intesa Sanpaolo, UniCredit. Euro (EUR). The country prep keeps the ECB reference of 19 October 2026: 1 euro = 1.1225…
    • Cycling/Walking Paths Naviglio Martesana path (Milan to Adda River), 38km dedicated cycle path. The Martesana cycle path starts near Via De Marchi and follows the canal to Cassano…
    • Highest Income Tax Bracket 43% (for income over €50,000) 43% national IRPEF on income above €50,000 in 2026. The bands under that are 23% up to…
    • Internet Speed Average 120-150 Mbps (Fiber widely available) No Milan-only series was opened. Ookla medians for Italy in September 2026 were 285.86…
    • Libraries & Study Spots Biblioteca Braidense (Historic), Biblioteca degli Intronati, Open (Porta Romana). Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense, Via Brera 28, inside the Brera palace. Monday to Friday…
    • National Parks Nearby Parco Regionale della Valle del Ticino (30 mins west). Parco Lombardo della Valle del Ticino is a regional park, the first in Italy (1974)…
    • Population 1,400,000 (Metropolitan: 3,200,000) ISTAT counts 1,362,863 residents in the comune on 1 January 2026. Wikipedia cites a 2024…
    • Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C, F, and L sockets 230 V, 50 Hz, with Europlug (type C), Schuko (type F) and Italian type L. The Wikivoyage…
    • Property Tax IMU (approx 0.76-1.06%), waived for primary residence except luxury IMU is not due on an ordinary main home. In Milan for 2026, luxury main homes (A/1, A/8…
    • Property Transaction Tax Registration tax: 2% (primary) or 9% (secondary residence); fixed fees €50. Buying from a private seller, registration tax is 2% with first-home relief instead of 9%…
    • SIM Card Iliad (Via Torino), Vodafone (Piazza Cordusio), TIM. €10-15/month for 100GB+ iliad, TIM, Vodafone and WindTre sell prepaid SIMs. You need a passport, and the shop can…
    • Scenic Viewpoints Duomo Rooftop Terraces, Torre Branca in Parco Sempione. Duomo rooftop terraces cost €16 on foot or €18 by lift for an adult, on the tariff in…
    • Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €9,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €380,000) September 2026 asking prices in the Centro zone averaged €11,231 per m², so 40 m² is about…
    • Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €4,800 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €192,000) September 2026 asking prices in Bisceglie, Baggio and Olmi averaged €3,299 per m², so 40…
    • Tap Water Drinkable and high quality (known as 'Acqua del Sindaco') Tap water is safe to drink. Do not drink from a fountain marked non potabile.
    • Tax System Worldwide income basis for residents (>183 days) Residents are taxed on worldwide income. You are resident if, for more than 183 days in…
    • VAT Standard 22%; reduced 10% and 4% for food/books 22% standard IVA. Restaurants and hotels are 10%, and books are 4%. The tax is included in…

    fix pass after the independent check of this batch: prepaid SIM line now states the 150 gigabyte plan without the extra European Union bucket, matching the same line in the other Italian cities; provenance set to this run and its verification date; re-opened and confirmed the pages behind the coworking prices, the transport monthly passes, the hospital address, the library hours, the casino hours, the cathedral terrace tickets and the cycling route details. No other item changed.

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