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Mikumi National Park

Mikumi National Park is in Southern-Central Tanzania.

Landscape
The park has large open plains of grassland, similar to the Serengeti.

Flora and fauna
Many of the same sort of animals are seen as in Ruaha. The most unusual phenomenon is the "midget" elephants. These look like the normal African elephant but are of a diminish size and with smaller and thinner tusks. Local lore says that this is a survival adaptation to protect the herd from ivory hunters as the lesser tusk makes the animal less desirable to poachers.

Climate
The climate in Mikumi varies from warm to hot and humid, with little change throughout the year. The warmest months are October to March, and the coolest is June to August. Mikumi's Wet season runs from November to May. Rains occur almost daily, usually in the afternoon, but seldom last long. The Dry season is from June to October.

By road
Mikumi National Park is about 250 km west of Dar es Salaam. Driving there takes about 4 hours due to the poor conditions of the road.

Travel agents and tour companies can arrange transportation to Mikumi and through the park. You must ensure the vehicle used is a reliable 4x4, e.g. Land Cruiser and Range Rover. No Rav4 or CRVs. Although it's possible to navigate most of the main roads with a sedan, you will not get the best sightseeing experience.

All such issues should be addressed, clarified and agreed to with the tour company before giving a deposit. Ask for pictures of the vehicles, ensure they have A/C. You may want to inspect the vehicles tires before leaving to ensure they are in good condition.

By bus
Taking the bus is also quite convenient. Good bus companies are Abood and Hood. In Dar es Salaam the ticket must be bought in a part of the city called Ubungo. It is recommended to buy the ticket one day before departure.

By air
The two nearest towns are Morogoro and Iringa. There are no scheduled flights from Dar to Iringa, Morogoro or Mikumi.

Fees and permits
A visitor's permit costs US$20 per person and is valid for 24 hours from time of purchase. Non-residents are expected to pay the park entry fee in US dollars, not Tanzanian shillings. Visitors must enter before 4PM and exit before 7PM. Those staying in one of the park's lodging facilities must be back at camp by 7PM.

Get around
You require a 4x4 vehicle to travel on the unpaved roads inside the park during wet season. Regular road vehicles are always allowed into the park, but the risk of getting stuck on muddy roads is very high during wet season. During dry season the risk is low. The village of Mikumi is at the western entrance to the park, 15 km from the park gate.

Do
Safaris If you have your own 4x4 vehicle, just ask your lodge for a map of the trails. There aren't many trails in the park and most secondary roads are closed during the rainy season. The hippo pool is always a good spot to see animals. If you spend two days driving in the park you should expect to see lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, boars, wildebeests, impalas, and copious numbers of birds. When entering the park, ask the guards at the gate which areas are best for viewing that day and if they've seen any lions around. Also, look for circling vultures, which indicates a dead animal, there may also be some lions around snacking on the remains.

Eat
The restaurant run by the park is an affordable option. Full meals start at 5000 TZS.

Lodging
The park offers accommodations at three different price levels. Prices are according to the price list set by the government. As of August 2020 the prices for "hostel" are 10 USD per night per person and for guest rooms 30 (single) / 45 (double) USD per night. Rest houses (bungalows) are 50 (single) / 75 (double) per night.

Apart from these, there are three privately run places to stay in the park. Two are owned by Foxes Safari and the other is Kikoboga. Foxes Safari Camp is the first tented camp site when you enter the park from Dar es Salaam. This camp is almost in the center of the park and offers a great view from the top of the hill where the restaurant and pool are. The staff is very friendly and the food is good, although not exceptional, especially given the price. At night you can hear animals walking around and under the elevated tents. The other Foxes-owned lodging is Vuma Hills which is about 6 km from the main gate. Very nice accommodation and excellent food, and animals are rare at night, which is a cool feature of the previous spot. The huts look nice and there is a watering hole near by which attracts many animals especially during the dry season.

City of Mikumi
In the city of Mikumi are several accommodations. Among them are cheap ones, which are used by African truckers, and more expensive hotels as well. A nice place is the Tan-Swiss lodge partly owned by a Swiss. They also organize half-day and full-day safaris to the Mikumi National Park and the Udzungwa Mountains National Park.

Camping
The park provides a camping ground inside the park.

Stay safe
If you plan on hiring a car in Tanzania and driving yourself to Mikumi be prepared in the event of a breakdown or accident. (See the Tanzania main page on the recommendations for driving in developing countries.)

Do not enter a national park without a full tank of petrol. You should also have an emergency jerry can with at least 20 liters of fuel and a full-sized spare tire in case you damage your tire in a remote area and need to drive through difficult terrain.

Other equipment to bring includes a tow rope, shovel, machete, torch (flashlight), first aid kit and extra drinking water for unexpected delays.

Although it's very unlikely you will have any difficulties if you must change a flat tire in the park, be careful: lions and cheetahs are ambush hunters. Don't stray too far from the vehicle and keep the children inside at all times.

Tsetse flies: They are very abundant in Mikumi. They are somewhat similar to houseflies but sting. In more densely forested parts of the park, keep your windows closed. If one does get in, kill it immediately as they are quick to bite. Tsetse fly bites can potentially be harmful to humans as they are carriers of the sleeping sickness virus.

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Mikurajima

Mikurajima (御蔵島) is one of the Izu Islands, south of Tokyo.

Tourist information site
The island is administered as a municipality, Mikurajima Village. The local tourist association has a Japanese-only guide site.

Get in
Tokai Kisen operates ferries to Mikura from Takeshiba Terminal (竹芝客船ターミナル) in Tokyo, adjacent to Takeshiba station on the Yurikamome line. The boat leaves Tokyo each night and arrives at Mikura Island the following morning. The boat continues to Hachijojima, returns to Mikura in the afternoon and arrives back in Tokyo in the early evening.

See
There is little to see or do on the island except to swim with dolphins. The island has become a major research site for studying dolphins in the wild. There a numerous boats that take visitors out to the ocean and allow snorkelers to get extremely close to the dolphins. Scuba diving is not allowed.

Go next

 * Hachijojima

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Milan

Milan (Italian: Milano; Milanese: Milan) is financially the most important city in Italy, and home to the Borsa Italiana stock exchange. It is the second most populous city proper in the country, but sits at the centre of Italy's largest urban and metropolitan area. While not considered as beautiful as some Italian cities, having been greatly destroyed by Second World War bomb raids, the city has rebuilt itself into a thriving cosmopolitan business capital. In essence, for a tourist, what makes Milan interesting compared to other places is that the city is truly more about the lifestyle of enjoying worldly pleasures: a paradise for shopping, football, opera, and nightlife. Milan remains the marketplace for Italian fashion – fashion aficionados, supermodels and international paparazzi descend upon the city twice a year for its spring and autumn fairs. Milan is famous for its wealth of historical and modern sights - the Duomo, one of the biggest and grandest Gothic cathedrals in the world, La Scala, one of the best established opera houses in the world, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, a glamorous 19th-century arcaded shopping gallery, the Brera art gallery, with some of the finest artistic works in Europe, the Pirelli tower, a majestic example of 1960s modernist Italian architecture, the San Siro, a huge and famed stadium, or the Castello Sforzesco, a grand medieval castle. So, you have your fair share of old and new monuments. Plus, it contains one of the world's most famous paintings - Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper.

Understand

Milan is often described as representing "modern" Italy. The differences between Rome and Milan are evident from several proverbs, such as an Italian saying about the differences between the two cities which roughly translates, "Rome is a voluptuous woman whose gifts are very apparent, while Milan is the shy, demure girl whose treasures are plentiful, but discovered in time." Milan is the most modern of all Italian cities, yet it still keeps most of its past history intact.

At first sight, Milan looks like a bustling and relatively stylish (with its shiny display windows and elegant shops) metropolis, with a good number of grand palaces and fine churches in the centre, but might seem like a slightly prosaic, soulless and business-oriented place. It can be quite rainy, grey and foggy, and some of the buildings, ancient or modern, have quite a severe appearance. Whilst there are a lot of parks, Milan looks as if it has very little greenery, and apart from the very well-kept historic part, many areas are indeed quite scruffy and dirty. However, Milan, unlike most usually historical European cities which throw the sights in your face, requires quite a lot of exploring - take it as it is, and you might enjoy its fashionable glitter and business-like modernity, but might find it not very "captivating". If you spend time, though, strolling through less well known areas such as the pretty Navigli, the chic Brera district, the lively University quarter, or some of the smaller churches and buildings, you'll find a forward thinking, diverse city filled in every corner with history, and with a plethora of hidden gems. Plus, with such an established history in theatre, music, literature, sport, art and fashion, there's really not much you can miss.

Milan, as many have noticed, doesn't fully feel like a part of Italy. Despite the similarities with iconic Italian cities such as Verona or Venice, the city does have a different atmosphere. Milan feels more like a bustling, busy, fashionable business capital - where in several cafes, lots of people only stop to have a quick espresso at the bar counter, and where tourists at times seem even more laid back than the locals. Milan, unlike the traditionally red-terracotta roofed Italian cities, is quite grey, as many buildings are constructed using limestone or dark stones. Older buildings mainly have a sort of Austrian/Germanic neoclassical look with some slight French influences. However, with some cycling around in old fashioned bicycles, restaurant chairs and tables outside at summer filled with locals and tourists alike, and people strolling down the pedestrian avenues, licking an ice cream or carrying some heavy shopping bags, Milan does boast some "Italian flair".

When to visit
Milan, depending on how you want to tour the city, is a great place to visit pretty much all year round. Keep in mind most places, including tourist destinations and museums, are closed on Mondays.

In autumn, the weather is warm or cool, and in later months can be quite rainy and foggy. All the major venues and shops are opened, since it is the working part of the year.

In winter, the city can become cold (often below or around freezing point), and the weather is usually foggy and rainy if not snowy. However, the city, in the few weeks before Christmas, becomes delightful to visit - the main sights are all illuminated by stunning lights, a huge Christmas tree is set up in front of the Duomo, vendors and markets can be found everywhere, many shop and display windows are decorated and the streets become bustling with locals and tourists alike. However, the only downside is that it can become extremely crowded, noisy and busy.

In spring, the temperatures are generally similar to those of autumn. The atmosphere becomes more serious from that of the festivities. Parks become nice to visit, as trees blossom. The city is also quite nice to visit at Carnival, where people dress up and celebrate, and during Easter, where there are special services held in churches and some special events.

In summer, Milan can become extremely hot and humid, with the odd powerful rainstorm here and there. Whilst in July, apart from the weather, most shops remain open, in August, as many locals go off to take their summer holidays, many businesses and venues shut down (with the notice Chiuso per ferie, or shut down for vacation). The city may become quite empty with some tourists strolling around, and with several of the main sights shut down. Although it is not the best time for shopping and the weather is not at all times very pleasant, it is good if you want to enjoy the city to yourself when it's hot and quiet, and maybe want to stroll around, sipping at some open bars or at an ice cream, or walking in a mostly silent park.

Tourist information

 * Milan tourism portal

By plane
Milan's two main international airports are Malpensa (the biggest, and 40 km away)  and Linate (7 km from the city center). Orio al Serio airport near Bergamo (45 km east) and Parma airport (100 km south), sometimes referred to as Milan's additional airports, mostly host budget airlines. To get to and from the airports and Milan, buses are a cheap and popular option.

Malpensa airport

 * Main article: Milano Malpensa Airport

The main international airport is, about 40 km northwest of the city center. There are flights from many countries around the world. From Malpensa you can get into central Milano by train, shuttle bus or taxi.

Linate Airport

As the airport is close to the city, it is served by buses of the city public transport network: Bus no. 73 outside the terminal building goes to San Babila Square, in the city centre, which is served by metro line MM1. (Metro Line MM4 goes to Dateo railway station, although it is expected it will reach San Babila by June 2023.) The bus runs every ten minutes, the metro every seven: each costs €2.20, like normal public transport. Tickets are available from the newsagent inside the airport terminal or by the ATM vending machines close to the bus stop. This bus is not a dedicated service: it is regular city transport with many stops en route, and may get crowded during peak hours. This also means that the same things apply as for any public transportation in the city (see for more detail).

There are also other buses from this airport. Autostradale operates a shuttle bus just outside the Terminal Entrance 6 connecting Linate airport to Milan Central Railway Station (Milano Centrale) east side (Luigi di Savoia square) running every 30 minutes; tickets cost €5 per adult (ticket sold at local newsagent and on board). This bus also stops en route at Lambrate railway station. The journey takes approximately 27 minutes. Another bus service, operated by Malpensa Shuttle, connects Malpensa airport to Linate airport with a few stops en route enabling you to connect to downtown by metro (timetables, fares and ticket booking available online). The journey takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic conditions.

Taxis from Linate to the city centre cost around €12-20 depending on traffic conditions. The minimum charge is €12. If you are going to the centre, ignore all the guys standing at the exit to the terminal saying "taxi"... they are for destinations outside central Milan (i.e., outlying cities) and will charge a minimum of €70. Queues for regular taxis can get long during peak commuter hours (early evening) and are particularly bad during Fashion Week.

A new metro line, MM4, is being built to connect the Linate Airport terminal directly with San Babila in the city centre in June 2023.

Orio al Serio Airport
Some budget airlines fly to, about 45 km north-east of Milan, near the city of Bergamo. Ryanair refers to this as Milan Bergamo Airport. Orio al Serio is actually closer to Milan than Malpensa and getting from there to Milan takes about the same time. The most straightforward way from here to Milan, besides taking a taxi which will set you back around €100, is by bus. All buses leave for Milan from immediately outside the arrivals section of the airport and from Ferrante Aporti on the east side of Central Station in Milan for all the companies below.

The Orio Shuttle, from Orio Airport to Milano Centrale station is probably the best choice. Departure times may vary, but buses generally run every half hour during the day, less often at night, and take about 1 hour or more. However, beware of cutting things too fine, because the highway to Milan is very crowded during weekdays. Adult one-way fare starts from €4. Tickets are sold in Orio Al Serio Airport in Bergamo and at the Central Train Station in Milan. Be at the Milan bus stop at least 15 minutes before the nominal departure time, or you may get left behind. Tickets can be purchased online, but sellers at the airport and train station will offer 3 tickets for price of 2. Zani Viaggi also run a bus service from Bergamo Airport to Milano Centrale station with a stop at the Cascina Gobba MM2 station on the North Eastern outskirts of Milan. Adult fare: €9ish one way. Tickets sold at an office in the airport or online.

There are several other bus shuttle companies that offer direct bus service from Bergamo airport to Milan central, Malpensa and Linate airport. It is advisable to not buy the bus tickets online beforehand, because then the passenger has no choice but to wait for the bus that he/she has booked. Once you get out of the customs area, there are a lot of kiosks and agents, who will offer bus tickets to city center at €9 return, or €5 one-way. This gives flexibility to choose the first departing bus, instead of waiting at the airport.

You can also take a shuttle bus, a regular bus or taxi to Bergamo railway station (about 15-25 minutes from the airport), and a train from there to Milan. Buses to Bergamo are run by the local transport agency ATB at a cost of. Trains from Bergamo to Milan run every 30–60 minutes and take around 1 hour. Adult one-way fare is €5.80 (faster and more direct train, arrives in Milano Centrale) or €4.50 (arriving in Milano Porta Garibaldi) depending on the chosen route.

By train
Milan is served by two major national companies: Trenitalia and NTV (usually known by its commercial name Italo), both of which are based at Milano Centrale. It is also served by other long-distance companies, such as SNCF. Finally, regional transport is managed by Trenord, which runs the entire regional train network.

Milano Centrale
The main railway station is (or Centrale FS). Regular express and fast trains serve all Italian cities including Turin, Venice, Rome, Naples, and Florence. There are international services to Zurich, Geneva, Munich, Vienna, Marseille by Trenitalia and NTV (but for Paris Gare de Lyon use Porta Garibaldi station). Trenord runs regional trains to Lecco, Sondrio, Tirano, Bergamo, Brescia and other cities.

(Trains from Paris normally take seven hours, but the route is blocked by a landslide at Modane in French Savoy. Workaround routes, eg via Annecy, take much longer. This is expected to continue to summer 2024.)

The station building itself is worth a visit being a masterpiece of rationalist architecture, and was extensively renovated in 2008. (Try as they might, they couldn't altogether erase the word "fascisti" from the imposing facade.) There are lots of small shops and cafes, both "landside" and "trainside" of the ticket barriers. There's a supermarket (Sapori & Dintori Conad) in the west side of the station in the basement, and internet points in the main square outside the station. The luggage store (daily 06:00-23:00) charges €6 for the first five hours, thereafter from 6 to 12 hours €0.90/hour, from 13 hours onwards €0.40/hour. You will need to show an ID card or passport.

At night, parts of the Central Station become a sleeping area for vagrants. Usually around the station there are children aggressively targeting tourists for pickpocketing, so pay attention to your bag. The station area is not in a great part of town at night, though in the area there are a number of decent budget hotels (see Sleep below) and some business-oriented international brand hotels. In general, the area south of the station (characterised by a few skyscrapers) is a business and local government centre, pretty active during working hours but almost deserted at night.

Central Station is on Metro lines MM2 (for Castello) and MM3 (for Duomo). Taxis stops are on the side and ATM buses on the West side (IV November Square) and buses to Linate, Malpensa and Orio airports on the East side (Luigi di Savoia square).

Milano Porta Garibaldi
is effectively two stations, with the main one on the surface, with 20 platforms used by regional and national trains and some commuter lines. There are trains to the main cities of Lombardy (Como, Bergamo, Lecco, Varese, Pavia, Lodi amongst others) and to Malpensa airport. It's also the terminal of SNCF trains to Paris Gare de Lyon; tickets have to be bought at the separate SNCF ticket booth. The other station (usually referred as Milano Porta Garibaldi Passante or Sotterranea) is beneath it, with two underground platforms used by suburban commuter lines. For instance you can reach the Rho fairgrounds on commuter lines S5 toward Varese and S6 toward Novara, getting off at Rho Fieramilano.

Porta Garibaldi station is on Metro lines MM2 and MM5 (see ).

Other stations
Another important railway station is, served by Trenord, where the Malpensa airport Express stops and which is also a stop for MM1 and MM2 metro lines. Trains to Malpensa and Como Lago station leave here.

Other main train stations are Lambrate (connected to MM2 metro line), Greco-Pirelli, Rogoredo (connected to MM3 metro line) and Porta Genova (connected to MM2 metro line) and Bovisa (connected to the Passante suburban commuter train link) and Domodossola (connected to MM5 metro line). Domodossola station is very close to the city section of the Milan Exhibition Centre - fieramilanocity, also connected to the subway system by the MM1 metro line (Amendola stop).

By car
Milan is an important road traffic hub with motorways coming in from all directions, both from elsewhere in Italy and from nearby France and Switzerland. As elsewhere in Italy, they're toll roads operated by Società Autostrade per l'Italia. The road connections are thus excellent, but this also means a whole lot of traffic passing through (in addition to going to and from Milan itself) and road congestion is probably even more of a problem than usual around cities of this size. Going to Milan by car is not a good idea, see the section for more information.

Park and ride
Because of heavy traffic, it is strongly recommended not to drive in Milan during working days. Driving is much better during weekends. A recommendation is to leave your car in one of the well-marked, huge commuter car parks near several exits of Milan's motorway ringroad; they're managed by ATM and are easily connected with Milan's underground metro lines, but they close around midnight. They're near highway exits in Cascina Gobba (East), Lampugnano (North West), Molino Dorino (North West), Bonola (North West), Rho-Pero (North West), Bisceglie (South West) and San Donato (South East).

By bus
Milan's main bus terminal is, connected to the rest of the city by metro. The main national bus lines are operated by Autostradale. Flixbus serves domestic and international routes. Also some small companies also offer international routes to / from Milan. Don't get scared by the filth of this place. Not much around. The stop for the airport bus is at 2,5 km away (Fiera Milano City)

By public transport
Azienda Trasporti Milanesi S.p.A. (ATM) operates a public transport network which is pretty efficient (especially the underground lines and the trams (streetcars)). There are three payment methods: traditional paper tickets, credit/debit cards, and app.

Tickets are available from news stands, tabaccherie (tobacconist - look for a large T sign), coffee bars, tourist information offices as well as automatic ticket machines in metro stations, and come in the following variations:
 * Single ticket – €2.20
 * 24h ticket – €7.60
 * 3 day ticket – €13.00
 * 7 day ticket – €19.50
 * "Carnet" of 10 single trips – €19.50; beware that unlike in cities in neighbouring France or Switzerland, these 10 rides cannot be shared between two or more people, meaning most visitors will be much better off buying one of the other ticket types depending on the duration of their stay.

If your journey starts with the Metro, you can also use contactless credit/debit cards and in this case fees are limited so that you do not pay more than the 24 hr rate on any day. If you are staying for a few days it is cheaper to buy a paper 3 day or weekly ticket. Only certain turnstiles are equipped with card readers so look for the orange signage. Keep in mind that the M2 has stations outside the urban fare zone, for which the ticket price is higher depending on the fare you start, terminate or pass through your journey. These tickets works just the same way as the normal urban ticket and can be used on multiple means in a time interval from validation that depends on the ticket fare (the higher the price, the further you can ho outside the city and the longer the ticket will be valid).

There is an ATM app for iOS and Android that you can use to buy single or daily tickets.

When boarding the bus or tram or entering the metro system through the turnstiles, you need to validate your ticket by pushing it into a ticket machine. For single tickets, the machine will print time and date on the ticket and from that time it's valid for 90 minutes. During that time the ticket allows unlimited travel on trams and buses, one entry to the metro (you may transfer between metro lines but not exit) and one ride on the urban part of the suburban train.

There are still three different types of ticket machines on trams and buses. To validate the new-style paper with magnetic strip tickets (these should be the only ones that you will ever be sold) you need to use the orange and yellow machines. If you have a new magnetic credit-card type ticket, you should validate it every time you board on a new bus or a streetcar as well.

By metro
The Metro (short for Metropolitana, the logo is a big white M on a red background) has four lines, each commonly identified by a color as shown below, and is the best way to get around Milan. The lines are: (rossa);  (verde);  (gialla);  (blu);  (lilla). The M4 is partially complete, with more sections to open mid-2024, and many other extensions of existing lines are under construction. The subway network is the most extensive in Italy (lines split into different sections and its 113 stations cover most areas of town). During peak hours trains run every 2 minutes on M1 and M2, every 4 minutes on M3 and on M5. Service starts around 6:00AM and the last trains run around midnight. From midnight to 6:00AM there is a substitute bus line (NM1, NM2, NM3 - M5 line doesn't have a bus line) running every 30 minutes. Take into account that the NM2 travels only inside Milan proper, between the station of Cascina Gobba and Abbiategrasso, while the NM1 travels between Molino Dorino and Sesto San Giovanni (excluding Rho and Rho Fieramilano) and between Bisceglie and Cadorna (where you can transfer for further stops along the M1 line).

By tram
Trams (streetcars) run above-ground on rail lines running through the streets.

Being above ground means you get a view of what you're passing, so if you don't need to go far, they're convenient and fun. Some tram lines are operated by the ultramodern 'jumbo' yellow tram, others are run by orange antique traditional carriages (older than many in museums in other cities) with wooden panelling inside and glass chandeliers. Most tram stops have electronic information panels with indications of how many minutes to wait before the next available service and a line scheme with all stops. Tickets are not available on board, but there are electronic dispensers in all metro stations, or buy them from newsagent kiosks in metro stations.

ATM also organizes dinners on a special restaurant tram (ATMosfera), you can enjoy your dinner while strolling the city on the old streetcar.

By bus
Buses should probably be your third public transport option. Equally comfortable, rather punctual and clean with many routes to choose from. Lines usually stop between midnight and 2AM, however, some lines, especially in the suburbs, end their service earlier. There are 11 lines (N6, N15, N24, N27, N42, N50, N54, N57, N80, N90/91 and N94) that run every night with a frequency of 30 minutes, connecting the city center to suburbs and most major streets. In any case check your route and timetable in advance if you want to travel late at night.

From 8PM to 2AM a special shuttle service is operated by ATM, called Radiobus, an on-call bus accessible only by pre-booking. Radiobus is a good, cheap and efficient alternative to taxis. You may book them by phone at 02 4803 4803 at least 20 minutes in advance (a couple of hours is better). The bus will stop at a dedicated place (these have a hexagonal panel with blue writing RADIOBUS and telephone number on white) and will leave you virtually any place. Memorize the pick-up location. The driver will wait for ladies to enter the home door as a courtesy. Costs €2 per person. You may buy the tickets in advance, or pay on the bus.

Several buses connect suburban cities and towns surrounding Milan. Some are managed by ATM. You can travel on most of them with an inter-urban ticket (biglietto interurbano) which are sold in two forms: including travel in Milan or without. In the without form you can only go to the end of the line, while with the cumulative version you can transfer to any ATM line. There are several rules and distance limits which apply, so be aware of them when you purchase your ticket.

Most bus stops have electronic information panels with indications on how many minutes to wait before the next available service.

By taxi
Taxis can be expensive and drivers are allowed to pick passengers up from designated taxi ranks, through phone bookings and directly from the sidewalk of a street. The main taxi companies can be reached at 02.40.40, 02.69.69 or 02.80.80, or alternatively, from a land line dial 848.814.781 to be connected to the nearest taxi stand. If you book a taxi by phone you'll start paying from the moment the driver accepts the call and comes to pick you up.

Local law define some fixed fee trips: Milan to Malpensa Airport €70, Malpensa Airport-Rho Fair €55, Malpensa Airport-Linate Airport €85, Linate Airport-Milan Fair €40. All fees are intended for a one-way, non-stop trip; taxi waiting time and booking are extras. A surcharge will apply in the evenings so don't be surprised if the meter has €6+ on it when you enter, even if at a taxi-stand.

By train
The Suburban Railway System or S-lines (the logo is a big green S on a blue background) includes a special line known as Passante ferroviario (railway link), considered Milan's fifth subway line (although trains run every 6 mins), and has eight more lines, each identified by a number (S1, S2, S5, S6, S12, S13 through Passante Ferroviario and S3, S4, S8, S9, S11 through other railways), connecting metro area towns with Milan. Suburban trains run less often than Metro trains (usually every 30 minutes or 1 hour) but, as some lines share tracks and stations, you can expect as many as 10 trains per hour in central Milan between Lancetti and Porta Vittoria stations. Suburban Railway 'S' Lines are usually marked in blue on subway maps. The Passante is not heavily used by the Milanese and in non-peak hours stations can be deserted so would not be recommended for lone (and particularly female) travellers.

Keep in mind that every Trenord ticket with destination Milan will allow you to use every railways inside the city up to 6 hours from validation

By car
Driving is definitely not a good idea to get into the city centre. Like most major cities traffic is a considerable problem, not to mention the hassle of parking. During working hours traffic is often blocked, inside the city as well as on the highway ring surrounding it. It is much better at night, but you'll probably have problems finding a place to leave the car near enough to nightlife attractions.

If you must drive in Milan make sure you have an up-to-date map showing the many one-ways present in the city.

Traffic congestion fee
Since January 1, 2008, cars entering Milan's central area within the former walls of the city (cerchia dei navigli) must pay a fee (€2,€3, €5 or €10 depending on the engine and age of the car), the fee and the fee area are both known as Area C. There are no exemptions for foreign cars (cars with a foreign licence plate).

There are cameras in all entrances to this area and all registration plates are recorded. Payment can be made by purchasing entrance cards at newspaper stands, online or by SMS (call 020202 for information). Failure to pay within 48 hours from entering the area implies a fine of €75.

Car sharing
There are two car sharing services in the city, Car2Go and Enjoy. With a small rental, from 25 to 29 cents per minute, it's possible to rent a Smart car or a Fiat 500, respectively, in order to move freely within the city. There are no extra costs, and even the congestion charge is included in the rent.

On foot
Walking is definitely a possibility, and although Milan is a large city, many of the main tourist attractions are within an easy and pleasant walk from one another. Several tourist hot spots, such as the Corso Vittorio Emanuele or the Via Dante are pedestrian-only, so walking shouldn't be a problem. No matter how hot the day, you'll see elegantly dressed people of both sexes in timeless fashion without a drop of sweat. There are many places to sit, apart from the ubiquitous cafes, especially in the parks. Get a decent map of the city before setting out though, as the roads do not always maintain a straight line, and the various piazzas can be confusing to the newcomer. In the many parks, there are dog-only areas, but be careful when walking as the two things you will see on the ground in the streets are cigarette ends and dog faeces.

By bike
Bikes are available through the bike sharing service BikeMI. You can register for annual or temporary subscriptions at any BikeMi station. If you register for a temporary subscription (weekly or daily), a user code, along with your password, will be sent to the e-mail address, chosen during your registration. Your codes are active as soon as you receive them. BikeDistrict is a website that offers cycling directions to get around safely in the city. Entering the departure and destination addresses, BikeDistrict finds the best itinerary for bikes, avoiding as far as possible cobblestones, tram rails, busy streets and the routes which are potentially dangerous for cyclists. The suggested route is displayed on a map and colored according to the cycling level of every street, together with real-time information about bike sharing stations and with the location of cycling-related services, such as bike repair shops.

Talk
As you would expect of a city in Italy, the main language in Milan is Italian. However, the traditional language in Milan is the Milanese dialect of the Lombard language, which is not mutually intelligible with standard Italian. You may still hear Milanese being spoken by some of the elderly in the outskirts of the city, but in general it is moribund. That being said, there is a wealth of literature in the Milanese dialect, so those with a deep interest in Milanese culture may consider learning it. English is widely spoken.

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There are many things to see in Milan - from fine churches, old palaces, excellent museums, world class theatres and opera houses, cultural gems, striking buildings, sleek modern architectural works and lovely streets and squares.

Milan has some of the oldest churches in Italy, older than the ones in Rome because Milan was the capital of the Northern part of the late Roman Empire. The cathedral, Duomo is the symbol and the heart of Milan. Santa Maria delle Grazie in the Western part of the city is the home for Leonardo da Vinci's painting The Last Supper and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For those passionate about art Milan offers a large variety of art museums, mainly of Italian Renaissance and Baroque. Note, though, that most museums are closed on Mondays.

For long periods Milan has been surrounded by walls, built during the Roman Empire, the Middle Ages and the rule of the Habsburg. Many of the gates are still there and well worth a visit. During the centuries some of them have been completely annihilated and many are built on the same place as a former gate. There are seven gates standing dating from various ages. Clockwise from 12 o'clock they are: Porta Nuova, Porta Venezia (formerly called Porta Orientale and Porta Renza), Porta Romana, Porta Ticinese (two gates; one closer to Duomo and one further out), Porta Sempione and Porta Garibaldi (formerly Porta Comasina).

Despite not having as much greenery as some cities, Milan offers several parks and gardens, scattered all over the city. Maybe the most visited of them is Parco Sempione, also home to the Sforzesco Castle. Many smaller and less-famous parks can be found in the southern part of the city.

Not all points of interest are right in the absolute centre - some of the most wonderful gems can be found near the outskirts or even outside of Milan.

Do

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 * Exhibitions - Many exhibitions are held during the year, ranging from wines to computers, industrial equipment and chocolate. The fieramilanocity is the old exhibitions ground in central Milan a few km northwest of Duomo (MM1 Amendola Fiera or MM1 Lotto - Fiera 2 Stations), the new fairgrounds of fieramilano are in Rho (northwest of Milan, MM1 Rho Fiera Station, A4 highway Pero exit).
 * La Scala, one of the world's most famous opera houses, is in Milan. It also hosts classical music concerts. Other places to enjoy classical music include Teatro dal Verme, Auditorium di Milano and the Giuseppe Verdi conservatory.
 * If you like theater and preferably understand Italian, there are a couple of theater houses in Milan. Piccolo Teatro di Milano has three theaters, Teatridithalia - Elfo e Portaromana Associati has two.
 * From Torre Branca and the roof of Duomo you have good views of the city - certainly worth taking a couple of photos of.
 * Watch football: The city has two teams playing soccer in Serie A, Italy's top tier, AC Milan and Internazionale. They share the San Siro stadium, capacity 80,000, which is 3 km west of city centre with its own metro stop. Matches between the two teams are known as the Derby della Madonnina, which while lacking the intensity of its counterpart in Rome, is also a fairly heated one, with occasional crowd violence between the supporters.
 * Watch basketball: If your prefer basketball, the city features Olimpia Milano, one of Italy's most storied teams. It plays in Lega Basket Serie A domestically, and is one of the clubs that plays every year in the continent-wide EuroLeague. However, the team's arena is outside the area covered by this page; for more details, see Grande Milano – Do.

Events

 * If you're into Italian fashion, there are few if any better shopping destinations than Milan. All the usual suspects have their brand stores in the historical center. Moreover, Milan Fashion Week, one of the "big four" fashion industry events in the world are held twice yearly (Feb-Mar and Sep-Oct).
 * If you're into Salone del Mobile, Considered the most important fair in the world of Design.

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Milan, being a worldwide trendsetter, is a fashion shoppers' paradise.

There is pretty much every form of shopping in this city that one can imagine: from the designer's prestigious emporia, retail giants' outlets, small entrepreneur's tiny and funky boutiques, to second-hand average shops.

The main shopping area is the so-called Fashion Quadrangle (quadrilatero della moda), a set of blocks roughly between Duomo Square (Piazza Duomo), Cavour Square (Piazza Cavour) and San Babila Square (Piazza San Babila). Here in Montenapoleone Street (with prime brand shops), Della Spiga Street, Vittorio Emanuele Street, Sant' Andrea Street, Porta Venezia avenue and Manzoni Street, it contains the most prestigious boutiques and showrooms in the world. Everything reeks of ostentation and the splendor of a chic, fashionable lifestyle. Shop windows shine, exhibiting the trendiest shoes, coolest glasses, funkiest dresses, most glamorous clothes, and most luxurious crystal chandeliers.

Shopping districts
For people wanting to spend a bit less while still buying beautiful pieces, other areas are better. One of these is Corso Vercelli (MM1 Pagano, MM1 Conciliazione subway stations), another one is Corso Buenos Aires (MM1 Porta Venezia, MM1 Lima, MM1/MM2 Loreto subway stations), reputed as being the longest shopping street of Europe.

The Brera district (Lanza, or Montenapoleone metro stops) is also not to be missed for trendy and young, yet stylish, boutiques. The Brera district is great for other things, such as browsing through traditional rare art stores and galleries, sipping a hot drink at a refined-air cafe, attending a funky disco, or looking for exotic furniture. However, today, there are a lot of young designers who have up-and coming boutiques, which are slightly less expensive than their Montenapoleone counterparts, but are quite fashionable and of high quality. The Brera district is great because it combines chic, old-air shops, with zeitgeist, modernist and youthful ones. Jewelry stores include Papic oro e argento or Alcozer & J. Bijoux, fashion shops include Accessori or Laura Ashley, and furniture stores include Zohar or Lucitalia.

Also in the Centro Storico are the Piazza del Duomo, Via Dante, Piazza San Babila, and the Corso Giacomo Matteotti which are excellent shopping places. In the Galleria, you get brand fashion stores, two bookstores (Rizzoli and Libreria Bocca) and a silverware store called Bernasconi plus a Gucci cafe (and many, many more!). In the Corso Giacomo, you can find Abercrombie & Fitch, in Piazza del Duomo you have Grimoldi, Ruggeri, Donna and La Rinascente department store, in Piazza San Babila you can find Upim, Eddy Monetti, Guess and Valextra, and there are loads of shops in the Via Dante, so there are really heaps of shopping opportunities in this area.

For hipsters, there's the elongated Porta Ticinese area, especially on Saturday, when the flea market Fiera di Senigallia takes place near Porta Genova MM2 subway and train station. This is a great place to wander and browse, and save money if you've somehow survived Milan's high end boutiques. Sort through new and second-hand clothes, old furniture, fake art nouveau lamps, perfumed candles and every kind of essence, books, comics, records, videos and DVDs. In the Corso Ticense, several shops, such as Diesel, RVM Orologi, Dress, Energie, Colors & Beauty, Tintoria La Boutique, Blu Max, Le Jean Marie, Brazilian, Ethic, L'Uomo outlet, Les Tropezziennes, Atelier Cucine e ..., Panca's Show Room, or Cinius (and loads more) are present. There are also several banks and post offices, such as the Banca Popolare and Poste Italiane, and a CTS Viaggi travel agency. Thus, with so many shops, you can keep your shopping bags full, and browse even further.

The other market in Milan is the Mercatone del Naviglio Grande. This takes place along the Alzaia Naviglio Grande on the last Sunday of each month. Dedicated to antiques, the market has over 400 exhibitors, so you're certain to find something that catches your eye.

Eat

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Although Milan is a city that changes its mind as quickly as fashion trends come and go, it remains one of the strongest bastions of traditional Italian cooking, where homemade elements are still very much praised and appreciated. There are trattorias, enoteche (wine bars) and restaurants (including luxury ones) everywhere that offer traditional Milanese and Italian dishes to eat. This city's traditional cooking is based on filling dishes like osso buco (braised veal shanks) and risotto alla milanese (chicken-broth risotto made with saffron).

Dining times tend to be a shade earlier than in Rome or Florence, with lunch generally served between 12:30 and 14:30 and dinner from 19:30 to 21:30. Dinner, and sometimes lunch, are usually preceded by that great Milanese institution, the aperitivo—a glass of sparkling wine or a Campari soda in a sophisticated hotel bar.

Avoid the restaurants around the Duomo: they tend to be tourist-only spots, with low-quality food at inflated prices. Be aware that most restaurants charge an extra "serving tax" or "table rent", called coperto, of about €2 per consumer. Also avoid restaurants or cafes around the central station, where it has been reported that hidden serving tax can be up to €5 per person with cheap quality food.

There is much confusion regarding tipping in Italy. Italians do not typically leave tips at restaurants. In touristy locations there will often be a line left blank for a tip to be added. Just draw a line through it and leave a couple of euros. Never leave tips at bar counters.

Breakfast
In bars you can enjoy great caffè espresso, cappuccino and a brioche for as little as €2. At bars in the Duomo and San Babila areas, breakfast can be very expensive if you sit down. If in doubt go to the bar and eat there, you'll pay what the Italians do- and they will admire your audacity too.

Fast food
Milan, as a big city, is filled with several different forms of fast-foods, from the foreign giants and national chains, to independently owned take-aways and sandwich bars. Most fast-food restaurants are found in the Duomo, Buenos Aires and central station areas, as these are the most crowded and busy ones in the city. In the Piazza Duomo and Galleria, one can find international fast-foods such as McDonald's and Burger King, but Italian chains of the Autogrill group such as Spizzico and Ciao and Autogrill can be found all over the city. There are several Ciao outlets in places such as no. 12 Corso Europa or no. 54 Via Montebianco, and for McDonald's, you get a restaurant in the Piazza del Duomo and Galleria, and also some in the Corso Buenos Aires, plus some others in places such as Corso Vercelli or Piazzale Lotto. Other fast-foods which can be found in Milan include Garbagnati (Cordusio metro station) which is a self-service restaurant and bakery, which has several vegetarian courses, or the Luini (Duomo metro station) which is a restaurant which is famous for making Southern Italian-style pieces of dough with mozzarella and tomatoes inside.

Pizza
Although Milan cannot claim to be the birthplace of pizza, (that claim belongs to Naples), you can still find good pizzas in Milan. The best areas for pizza are near Via Marghera, and on the Navigli. Also the northeastern outskirts of the city have some good and non-touristy pizza places.

Expect to pay €8-15 for a pizza and a beer. In Milan, pizza is often eaten with a knife and fork, but of course eating with one's hands is possible and welcome. Most people do both.

Watch out for frozen pizza in Milan (it usually states it on the menu). Always check the restaurant has a wood burning oven and that they are using it.

Aperitivo
Milan has established a local version of the Aperitivo or Happy Hour. Italians drink very moderately and "happy hour" is not a drinking, but a social event.

Roughly from 19:00 to 21:00, many bars offer drinks and cocktails at a fixed price (€5-8 each), accompanied by free all-you-can-eat buffets with snacks, pastas, and many other small appetizers. But be careful not to confuse "aperitivo" with "free dinner". It's a snack to be enjoyed with a drink. Italians will immediately see you as a buffoon- and it's seen as tacky to fill up on finger food for dinner, although it's common to spot them doing so.

A whole lot of these places can be found in Southern Milan. Another great area for aperitivo, not far from Duomo, is Corso Buenos Aires.

Snacks
In summer enjoy gelato, excellent Italian ice cream. The quality mark gelato artigianale ("artisanal ice cream") indicates gelaterias that produce their own ice creams, without industrial processing.

Bakeries are open every day, you can enjoy great and inexpensive bread-related food, such as pizza and focaccia. You can find a bakery almost everywhere in Milan, even in the Duomo area, and is a good alternative to bars for a fast lunch.

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There are plenty of bars and cafés in Milan of all kinds - from fancy old-fashioned ones, where you can enjoy a formal hot drink, to avant-garde modern places, and youthful spots for a happy hour/late-night drink. Some also offer some food too.

Milan by night
Milan has a great variety of places where you can have fun. A great starting point is Corso Como, near Garibaldi Station, full of bars and glamorous clubs. In the summertime, this street is packed with young and attractive people.

Another place where you can go is the Navigli quarter, near Porta Ticinese Avenue and XXIV Maggio Square, where you can find a lot of small pubs, open air cafes and restaurants by the water canals (navigli). In many pubs and bars you can find a free booklet named Zero2 which is a guide to Milan Nightlife: if you don't know what to do or where to go, do grab one!

Other popular night spots with bars and people are Viale Monte Nero (on Wednesday it's packed with people in the piazza in front of a bar called "Momo"), and Piazzale Susa (and nearby Citta' Studi area). In the Centro Storico, nights are overwhelmingly crowded at the Colonne di San Lorenzo (not far from Navigli quarter), and in the cozy Latin-quarter of Brera. Another good spot is the pedestrian part of Corso Sempione near the Peace Arch (Arco della Pace).

There are bars and clubs open all week long but usually few people go out at night on Mondays or Tuesdays, the vast majority prefer to have fun on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. However, Wednesday night appears to be one of the coolest to go out in stylish VIP-frequented clubs.

Milan has an alternative club scene, with a few crews making electronic music parties outside clubs. Ultracheap, every time in a different location (lofts, warehouses, farms, pools, city parks) those kind of parties attract people aged 20–28. The biggest one is called RESET! and attracts 1500-2000 people once a month.

LGBT travellers
Although Milan has a variety of bars, clubs, restaurants and venues for gay and lesbian travellers, many only operate one night a week. Choosing from one of the "mainstays" listed in the district articles and asking anyone where to go should lead you in the right direction. Also, venues are not concentrated in one area of town, but rather spread throughout the city.

Foreign travellers are often confused by the ARCI card regime that is required for entry into many clubs. It's a relic from the times of police raids that has now conferred tax benefits on these private club owners. No need to fear—just show up and purchase one at any of the clubs. You must bring some ID or you cannot purchase one.

Open air meeting places such as Parco Nord, the gardens behind Cadorna station or Ortomercato are not recommended (criminals and hustlers). The safest way to cruise is to take the late night metro and get into the second-last coach, which is usually occupied by the gays and lesbians.

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In the area just south of the Central railway station you can find a dense concentration of hotels. This is a rather shabby part of the city where you can run into dubious individuals especially at nighttime. On the other hand, the hotels are clean and safe, for the most part streets are lit and the metro station isn't far away. If you are arriving by car, save on accommodation expenses by staying at a hotel further away from the centre, preferably close to a metro station.

Stay safe
Unless you venture into the dangerous suburbs, Milan is a rather safe city. Certain areas near Loreto, the central railway station, and Porto di Mare (Southern end of the yellow metro line) can be unsafe at night. At the station, do not seek help from any random person offering to help with the booking machines or ATMs or under any other pretext. After they have helped, they will pursue you to get as much money as possible for their "help". Or they can pretend to be helpful, cheating instead. A possible scenario: they guide you through the interface of the ticket machine in a metro station, and advice you to pay using notes instead of coins (allegedly the ticket machine wouldn't accept coins). If you insert a €20 note, the machine would give it back after a few moments. However, before it happens, they will grab your attention saying that the ticket should appear in the bottom of the machine, and simultaneously an old beggar with body odor will appear begging for money. You wouldn't notice it but the beggar will collect the €20 note that the machine would give back to you. The "helper" would then show to you that the maximum amount of change given by the machine is less than €10. Pickpockets are active in busy places, incusing on metro trains.

Milan is home to two rival football (soccer) clubs; AC Milan and Internazionale. While not as heated as its counterpart in Rome, the Milan Derby (Derby della Madonnina) is still a rather intense one, and rioting has been known to occur between the supporters of the two rival clubs. Avoid wearing anything that identifies you as a supporter of either team whenever possible, and should you be supporting one of them on matchday, be careful not to wander into a groups of supporters of the other club. Also be sure to avoid wearing Juventus shirts, as they have a very heated rivalry with Internazionale, and doing so may result in you being targeted for violence by Inter fans, particularly on match days.

Beware of the migrant vendors in the streets: most of the merchandise they sell is imitation/fake luxury goods. Even at a fraction of the cost of the original merchandise, the quality is spotty, and the goods are not well maintained in storage. Remember that it's illegal to bring pirated goods into some countries and therefore such souvenirs might get even more expensive when trying to bring them home.

They may also try giving you "free" friendship bracelets (sometimes calling them 'a gift'). After you take the bracelet, a coloured piece of string, they will hit you up for money and relentlessly pursue you until they get as much as they can. They will be forceful, physically tying the bracelet to your wrist, or laying it on your shoulder as you try and walk away. This is especially true in the tourist areas around the Duomo and Castello Sforzesco. They usually first ask "Where are you from?" Just ignore them. In empty places, watch for strangers directly approaching you. Try to be with other people like in a bus station or a shopping mall.

Beware of people hanging around the square outside Duomo: they will walk up to you and forcefully give you corn on the hands to feed the pigeons on the pretence that they are free. All the pigeons in the surrounding area will then fly to you. The people will then relentlessly pursue you and ask you for money.

Be careful crossing the street: drivers don't usually respect pedestrian crossings unless there is a red light for them to stop.

Connect
As of Sept 2021, Milan has 4G from Iliad and 5G from the other Italian carriers.

The city has free Wifi through Open WiFi Milano though you need to register.

Consulates

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Go next

 * Lake Como— A huge, impressive, beautiful lake in the foothills of the Alps. See the villages of Como, Lierna, Bellagio & Varenna. Como can be reached by regular trains (50 minutes from Cadorna station; 40 minutes from Milano Centrale).
 * Monza— Medium-size town with a beautiful pedestrian-only centre (local museum housing the medieval crown of the Longobard kings) and a marvellous park, Parco di Monza, the largest enclosed park in Europe. Inside the park there is the Autodromo Nazionale where the Formula 1 GP, Superbike and other minor races take place. Accessible by regular trains (15 minutes from Centrale or Porta Garibaldi stations) and buses.
 * Bergamo— Elegant walled hilltop Renaissance university town. Bergamo is serviced by regular trains (from Centrale, Porta Garibaldi and Lambrate stations, about 1 hour trip time) and buses.
 * Crespi d'Adda — A planned industrial city between Bergamo and Milan. It has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
 * Lake Garda— Beautiful lake with a lot of beautiful small cities, the best is Sirmione. Two big theme parks are nearby: Gardaland, the best in Italy, and Canevaworld Resort, home of Movieland (a movie theme park) and a water park. Accessible by way of regular trains (65–85 minutes from Centrale station) and buses. Very crowded during summer and weekends.
 * Iseo — picture-perfect Italian town, sandwiched between the imposing Rhaetian Alps and crystal-blue waters of the eponymous lake, boasts an extraordinarily well-preserved medieval castle. From Iseo you can also take a ferry boat and reach Monte Isola, the highest European lake island and the largest Italian one.
 * Oltrepò Pavese — Wine region of Lombardy, about 70 km to the south of Milan, worth a day or weekend trip to relax, walk or cycle and have the Italian Sunday brunch at one of the excellent local restaurants.
 * Excursions without a car: You don't need a car to escape from the business, the traffic, the congestion, the fog in wintertime, and the afa (humid heat in summer), of the city of Milan to a wonderful world of lakes, mountains, castles and good food: just take the train and, sometimes, the boat.
 * Biking Trips: Beginning at the 24th May Square (Piazza 24 Maggio) there is an excellent and very long bike road on the right (northern) bank of the canal. Be aware to take the Naviglio Grande (going west on the northern bank of the canal) and follow it as long as you want. After few kilometers you'll reach the nice Chiesetta di San Cristoforo, a popular spot for marriages. If you are well trained, proceed through the countryside. About 10 km to Gaggiano, a very nice and tiny village, and 20 km to Abbiategrasso. If you are still in the mood for riding, follow the canal on the right and reach Robecco sul Naviglio.
 * Martesana bike road: near via De Marchi departs the Martesana cycle path. Martesana is an artificial channel and the bike road follows its path up to Cassano D'Adda (32 km one way). This itinerary offers great views on old villas and mills along the quiet canal. In Cassano D'Adda the bike path joins the Adda bike way, which runs up to Lecco (60 km) following the Adda river.
 * Martesana bike road: near via De Marchi departs the Martesana cycle path. Martesana is an artificial channel and the bike road follows its path up to Cassano D'Adda (32 km one way). This itinerary offers great views on old villas and mills along the quiet canal. In Cassano D'Adda the bike path joins the Adda bike way, which runs up to Lecco (60 km) following the Adda river.

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Milan (disambiguation)

There's more than one place called Milan:

Canada

 * Milan (Quebec) - municipality in the Estrie region in Quebec.

Colombia

 * Milán (Caquetá) - small town and municipality in Caquetá Department.

Iran

 * Milan-e Baba Ahmadi - village in Falard Rural District, Falard District, Lordegan County, Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province.
 * Milan (Khuzestan) - village in Hoseyni Rural District, in the Central District of Shadegan County, Khuzestan Province.

Italy

 * Milan (Milano) - a city in the region of Lombardy

United States of America

 * Milan (Georgia) - a town in the state of Gerogia.
 * Milan (Illinois) - a village in Rock Island County, Illinois.
 * Milan (Indiana) - town in Ripley County, Indiana.
 * Milan (Kansas) - city in Sumner County, Kansas.
 * Milan (New Orleans) - neighborhood of the city of New Orleans.
 * Milan (Michigan) - a city in the state of Michigan.
 * Milan (New Mexico) - a town in the state of New Mexico.
 * Milan (Ohio) - a town in the state of Ohio.
 * Milan (Tennesse) - a city in the state of Tennesse.
 * Milan (Washington) - unincorporated community in Spokane County, Washington.
 * Milan (Wisconsin) - unincorporated community located in the town of Johnson, Marathon County, Wisconsin.

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Milan (Michigan)

Milan is a city in both Washtenaw County (Michigan) and Monroe County (Michigan)

Understand
Founded in 1831 by John Marvin as Tolanville, it was later renamed after Milan albeit pronounced similar to German Mailand. It was a village until 1967.

Get in

 * Interstate 23 gives easy access into Milan

Drink
Original Gravity is an excellent micro-brewpub located near downtown Milan.

Connect
The area code is 734.

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Milan (Ohio)

Milan is a city in Ohio Erie shore west. It is located in the south part of Erie County and the area known as The Firelands. Today it is best known as the birthplace of inventor Thomas Edison, who lived there until age seven. The Milan Canal, built in the mid-1800s led to Milan being the 2nd largest grain export port in the world during the 1800s, shipping grain from Ohio farms to the Huron River, into Sandusky Bay, Lake Erie, on to the Erie Canal, to its destination in New York City. Milan was also a ship building community, building over 60 schooners that graced the Lake's and made it a center of commerce in northern Ohio. When the railroads laid track in Ohio, that was the demise of the Milan Canal. Milan survives today as a beautiful village in Northwest Ohio.

By car
South of Sandusky, approx. 12 miles, off US-250.

Get around
Being a small village, walking is very easy and most likely the easiest way to see the town, parks and museums. There is no public transportation. Since the Milan Canal dried up in the 1800s, no boat traffic is present. Much of the village is very flat with few hills.

See
"Genius is one percent inspiration, ninety-nine percent perspiration."

- Thomas Edison

Buy

Antique collectors will delight in Milan Village Square, loaded with antique shops all within easy walking distance from each other.

Sleep

 * Colonial Inn South, 12211 US-250 +1 419-499-3403
 * Motel 6 Sandusky - Milan, 11406 US-250 N. +1 419-499-8001
 * Days Inn, 11410 US-N +1 419-499-4961
 * Red Roof Inn, 11303 US-250 N +1 419-499-4347
 * Super 8 - South, 11313 US-250 N +1 419-499-4671
 * Super 8 - South, 11313 US-250 N +1 419-499-4671

Go next

 * Huron
 * Norwalk
 * Sandusky
 * Vermilion

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Grande Milano

Grande Milano, or Greater Milan, is the urban area surrounding the city of Milan, the capital of Lombardy in Italy. This guide covers the locations surrounding Milan that fall within the boundaries of the Metropolitan City of Milan, as well as Monza and Brianza under the administrative split of Lombardy. The Lake Como area and province of Lecco are a district of Greater Milan exclusively for the super-rich and VIPs.

One can assume that all of the towns around Milan are just bedroom communities providing the big city with extra labour force, this is very much not the case with Grande Milano. Many of the localities have their own unique character and history, with town centres full of architectural heritage and much to offer in terms of culture and sightseeing. As most are within half an hour of Milan, extending your visit to the city with day trips may enrich your experience exponentially.

Cities

 * (Milano) — the capital of Lombardy and the Metropolitan City of Milan, and the centre of the metropolitan area
 * (Lake Como) — all the area of Lake Como and province of Lecco become a very exclusive district of Milano only for super rich and vip.
 * — its Visconti Castle was built in 1382
 * — known primarily for the racing track, but also boasting a beautiful large park and a pedestrianized historic town centre
 * — the only town other than Rome named in the Italian national anthem
 * — one of the youngest cities in Italy, only created as such in 1989
 * — possession of the archbishops of Milan, reachable from Milan by metro
 * — since 1957, hosting the annual Campaccio, a cross country running event which attracts world class athletes

Other destinations

 * (Abbazia di Viboldone) – is an abbey in Viboldone, a frazione of San Giuliano Milanese
 * (Basilica Agliate) – is a basilic in Agliate, a frazione of Carate Brianza

Understand
The northern part of Grande Milano contains the historic land of Brianza, which spills to some extent onto the provinces around Lake Como. The metropolitan city of Milan is an Italian metropolitan city in Lombardy. Planned for the first time by law no. 142 on the new system of local authorities of 8 June 1990, art. 17-21, was definitively established by the law of 7 April 2014 n. 56, replacing the pre-existing province of Milan starting from 1 January 2015. With a population of 3 249 722 inhabitants, it is the second most populous metropolitan city in the country after the metropolitan city of Rome and covers an area of 1,575.65 km² comprising 133 metropolitan municipalities. It borders to the north with the province of Varese and the province of Monza and Brianza, to the east with the province of Bergamo, to the south-east with the province of Cremona and the province of Lodi, to the south-west with the province of Pavia and to the west with the province of Novara (Piedmont). It also includes the municipality of San Colombano al Lambro, an exclave between the provinces of Lodi and Pavia.

Get in
Arriving from Milan, you can either take a S-train, which stops at every station on there route, or a “Regionale”/“Regionale Veloce” which will stop in less and more major locations.

The hub from which almost every S-train pass through is Milan Porta Garibaldi, where lines S1, S2, S5, S6, S7, S8 and S13 meet, although Milano Cadorna is also useful, with lines S3 and S4 departing from here. Monza can also be a useful hub, since here you can take the S7, S8, S9 lines and “Regionale/ Regionale veloce” regional trains (to and from the cities of Lecco, Como, Bergamo and Lugano and several other towns and villages)

S-trains are usually every 30 minutes all day, from 5-6 a.m. up to 9-11 p.m. depending on the line. The farther from Milan it is, the sooner the service usually stops. Some outer lines may be cut back in mid morning or on Sundays, but at least hourly service is usually guaranteed thanks to the many intersecting lines.

These are primarily commuter trains, so keep in mind they serve the most complete routes (and are at the most crowded) at peak times and may run shorter routes or times on festivities and Sundays.

Ticket price depends on the zone you depart, arrive and pass through, with no distinction between regional or S-trains and are valid on every route, inside the fare zone you purchased; this applies only if you are depart and arrive inside the STIBM, or the “Milan and Brianza integrated fare zone”.

For trains outside this area, you’ll have to specify the station you depart from and arrive to, since the ticket will be valid only on that specific route; if your train departs or ends in Milan, regardless if it was from inside or outside the STIBM fare system, you can use every railway service inside Milan: for up to 6 hours from validation if outside the STIBM, for less if inside (depending on the zone).

Every STIBM is also valid for every transport inside Milan for a set amount of time since the first validation, which is mandatory for every ticket prices (ticket inspectors can be sympathetic if you show you made an innocent mistake in good faith, but they can also levy the normal fine, which is up to ).

If you do not know how to validate, immediately look for and ask an official (they are all in standard recognizable uniforms, usually but not always in the first train carriages) or the driver (if on buses or trams) where and how to validate your ticket: if you were actively looking for them to validate your ticket, you will not be given any fine; it can be subject of personal opinion whether you were or were not looking for, so make sure you do it quite visibly.

Check the “Trenord” website for more information (all S and regional train are run by the company).

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Milazzo

Milazzo is on the north coast of Sicily, Italy, 20km west of Messina. Is it a small town, mainly used as a transit point for the Aeolian Islands.

By train
Frequent trains run from Palermo, Cefalu and Messina - from where you can connect to Taormina, Catania and Naples and Rome. The train station is about 3 km south of the centre - buses run to the centre frequently and there are taxis.

By bus
Frequent buses run from Messina to the town centre and stop right by the passenger ferry port.

By boat
There are frequent car ferries and much quicker hydrofoils from to the Aeolian Islands (most go to Vulcano and Lipari) - lots in Summer, with fewer during Spring, Autumn and Winter and on Sundays. For timetables see SIREMAR, Liberty Lines and NGI. SIREMAR and Liberty Lines ticket offices share the same building located betwean a molo and a roundabout.

A few car ferries a week also continue on to Naples (see SNAV).

Get around
The centre is quite compact, so you will probably only need to walk around.

A city bus line 5 run by AST company connects a harbour (a stop Port molo Marullo, almost at the end of a parking lot, north of a ferry ticket office) and a railway station (Piazza Stazione F.S., right in front of the station) and costs. (The bus did not display its destination. Please ask the bus driver.) A schedule.

Do
There is a very long beach there that is never too crowded. Also, there is a promenade with a nice view.

There is a car rental office in town. You can make few easy day trips to Mount Etna or Taormina.

You can also take a day trip by train to Palermo (2 hr each way), or Cefalu (1 hr each way).

There is a very frequent reliable ferry service from Milazzo and the exploration of seven Eolian islands make great day trips. From the same port there are few organized boat tours to the islands. It is possible to make a day trip to Vulcano or Lipari, but you have to stay overnight on the other islands.

Sailing
Milazzo is a good starting point for a sailing vacation on the Eolian islands.

Cope
A toll-free toilet is located inside a ferry ticket office.

Go next
The hilltop village of Castroreale 10 km away is attractive and you can stay in the Castle in the Youth Hostel.

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Milbank

Milbank is a city 3640 in the Glacial Lakes region of South Dakota. Milbank has two claims to fame: first, it's the birthplace of American Legion Baseball. Secondly, it's the home of the great NFL running back Clarence "Pug" Manders, who led the league in rushing in 1941.

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Mildura

Mildura is a mid-sized regional city in Sunraysia, Victoria with a population of 56,972 (2021).

Understand
Mildura is on the Murray River in the northwest corner of Victoria. The region's population of 52,000 (2018) is growing at around 1.5% annually.

Mildura and the surrounding area is a large fruit growing region. Local produce includes most varieties of citrus, grapes, avocados and almonds. The quality of local produce and the growing wine industry have helped Mildura develop a reputation for great food and wine. Mildura has become popular with backpackers drawn by the availability of farm work.

By train
The Mildura train station is on the corner of Langtree Avenue and 7th St. No passenger trains arrive or depart from Mildura, and the railway line from Melbourne only carries freight traffic.

By bus
The bus station is next to the train station. Buses to and from Melbourne depart daily and also run direct to Swan Hill (2½ hours) or Bendigo (6 hours) to connect with train services. The entire journey from Melbourne takes 7½ hours via Swan Hill, 8 hours via Bendigo or 10 hours direct from Melbourne.

Mildura is on the daily bus route from Adelaide to Sydney (via Canberra). Local buses also connect Mildura with surrounding smaller towns.

By car
From Melbourne the journey time is 6-7 hours along the Calder Highway. Journey time from Adelaide is 4.5-5 hours. From Sydney you will be travelling via Wagga Wagga and Hay, and be prepared for a long straight drive through the Murray Outback for the best part of 12 hours (not allowing for breaks). Best to allow at least two days. The roads in and out of Mildura are generally uninteresting, and dotted with small towns with little to see or do. Be prepared for a long and potentially boring drive.

Get around
Local buses connect Mildura with surrounding smaller towns. Buses run on weekdays during business hours between Ransoms (Deakin Avenue & Eighth Street) and Centro (Deakin Avenue & Fifteenth Street) every half hour. For most attractions a car is necessary - major rental companies operate from the airport. Mildura is largely flat, making it ideal for cycling - several trails run around the city and along the river. Bicycle Hire is available from a local bike shop.

Driving to Wentworth takes around 30 minutes, but by bus it can take 1.5 hours.

See

 * Murray Sunset National Park
 * Murray Sunset National Park
 * Murray Sunset National Park
 * Murray Sunset National Park
 * Murray Sunset National Park
 * Murray Sunset National Park
 * Murray Sunset National Park

Do

 * Visit wineries including Trentham Estate, Oak Valley Estate and Lindemans or one of the growing number of boutique producers.
 * Cruise the Murray River on the Paddlesteamer Melbourne or a chartered houseboat.
 * Watch the Speedway races. Oval, flat track motorbike racing.
 * Time your visit to coincide with the annual jazz, country music or arts festivals.
 * Go camping! Free camping is still available almost anywhere on the banks of the picturesque Murray River. It is easy to find a private campsite with good river access for swimming, water skiing, fishing, or just looking. Birdlife on the Murray is abundant (you will likely be woken up by the kookaburras) and you may spot the odd goanna or kangaroo.
 * Local bands at gigs around town. Check out Thursday's Sunraysia Daily (local newspaper) for the gig guide. Usual venues include the Sandbar and The Sett's.
 * Visit the tourist information centre at 180-190 Deakin Avenue (corner of Twelfth Street). If calling within Australia, it can be contacted on the following toll-free number 1800 039 043. It hosts a small museum containing quick information about the region. The complex includes the local library, which has free wifi and computer terminals. Also within the complex is a gym, and pools (Mildura Waves) with one out-door full sized lap-pool, an outdoor diving pool (up to 20 m), an indoor lap-pool, an in-door pool with wave generators (locally known as the "wave pool"), showers, a children's pool, spa and sauna. The main lobby area has a cafeteria and plenty of seating.
 * The Mungo National Park is about 2 hours away and can be seen in a day trip.

Buy

 * Some superb Murray pink salt from the visitor centre. These salts also help farmers who have lost their fertile soil to salinity problems.
 * Local dried fruit produce from the Australian Dried Fruits Association on Deakin Avenue.
 * Locally grown fruit and veggies such as oranges, grapes, avocados, mandarins, rockmelon, watermelon, tomatoes, mulberries, and onions from the roadside stalls. All stalls have an 'honesty box' system and charge very reasonable rates well below local supermarkets. Local Coles & Woolworths supermarkets may buy their produce locally, but they are not permitted by company policy to negotiate their own price with growers. The supermarkets also end up having to buy their fruit from local growers at wholesale markets in Adelaide or Melbourne, meaning the carbon footprint is massive after two approx. 5-hour trips in B Double trucks, and fruit at supermarkets is not as fresh as you would expect.

Eat

 * Make a booking at Stefano's at the Grand Hotel, considered to be one of the best restaurants in Victoria. The Grand Hotel has a number of other restaurants, including the Pizza Cafe.
 * Visit the restaurant strip in Langtree Avenue.
 * Italian restaurants are by far the most common in Mildura, but there are a handful of other cuisines available, especially a few Asian restaurants.
 * Italian restaurants are by far the most common in Mildura, but there are a handful of other cuisines available, especially a few Asian restaurants.

Drink

 * The Mildura Brewery at the Grand Hotel serves its own boutique beer in the old Astor Theatre.
 * For live bands check out O'Malleys Irish Pub on the corner of Deakin Avenue and 8th Street, The Sandbar on the corner of 8th St. and Langtree Ave, or the Setts.
 * The Sandbar becomes the popular nightspot "Heaven" on Saturday nights, with a live DJ. Other clubs can be found at Dom's Nightclub in Langtree Mall, and Our House at O'Malleys.

Go next

 * Wentworth is said to be Mildura's twin town across the border, but its population is around 50 times smaller than Mildura's. Most notably, it's where the Murray and Darling Rivers meet.
 * Mungo National Park is a day trip from here
 * Broken Hill, a mining city 3 hours drive to the north

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Miles City

Miles City is a city of 8400 people (2020) in Montana. It still has a strong cowboy culture.

Understand

Miles City was an important cattle town in the late 1800s. The "World Famous Bucking Horse Sale" in May sells horses for rodeos. It is heavily attended, including by celebrities.

Get in
Interstate 94, US-12, and Montana Highway 59 travel through Miles City.

Miles City Airport has scheduled service to Billings and Glendive.

Get around
Most businesses are on the two main roads in Miles City - Main and Haynes. Exit 138 is Haynes. This street has many of the chain motels and newer businesses. It intersects with Main at the Pine Hills Detention Center.

Exit 135 is Main St. After driving past the fish hatchery, Range Riders Museum and the fairgrounds, you enter the historic area of Miles City. There are hotels, restaurants, bars and retail shops for about 7 blocks. After going under the railroad tracks, you enter the residential portion of the street. There are many National Registered Historic locations. The street ends when it intersects with Haynes. Taking a right onto Haynes will lead back to the Interstate.

Go next

 * Medicine Rocks State Park (104 miles south) are a series of natural rock formations. This remote state park has camping available. Bring sunscreen and water and prepare for low/no data or cellular connection.

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Milford

There is more than one place called Milford:

New Zealand

 * Milford Sound is a world famous fjord in Fiordland National Park.

United Kingdom

 * Milford is a large village in Surrey.

United States of America

 * Milford (Colorado) is a town in Colorado.
 * Milford (Connecticut) is a town in Connecticut.
 * Milford (Delaware) is a town in Delaware.
 * Milford (Maryland) is a town in Maryland.
 * Milford (Massachusetts) is a town in Massachusetts.
 * Milford (New Hampshire) is a town in New Hampshire.
 * Milford (New Jersey) is a town in New Jersey.
 * Milford is a city in Ohio.
 * Milford (Pennsylvania) is a town in Pennsylvania.
 * Milford (Texas) is a town in Texas.
 * Milford (Utah) is a town in Utah.

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Milford (Connecticut)

Milford is a city in New Haven County, Connecticut. It is bordered to the south by Long Island sound, to the west by the Housatonic river, to the North by the town of Orange, and to the east by the town of West Haven. Milford is approximately 70 miles east of New York City.

Milford is home of the Subway chain of restaurants and the Bic company.

Get in
Milford is well serviced by Interstate highways. Interstate 95 has a number of exits within Milford (bear in mind that the highway signs indicate north/south but the highway runs east/west through southern Connecticut). Route 15 also runs through north part of Milford with a connector to Interstate 95. These roads are often congested especially during normal business rush hours (Southbound in the morning and Northbound in the evening) and, also on the weekends (Southbound on Sunday evenings).

Milford's train station is serviced by Metro-North with stops along the Connecticut shore and into New York City. Amtrak is available into New Haven, about 10 miles from Milford.

Get around
Milford is best seen by automobile. The city does have a public bus system and is serviced by state buses. Taxi cabs are available but must be called in advance. The area around the town green and waterfront is a wonderful place to wander on foot to check out the shops and scenery.

See
Milford has miles of coastline along Long Island sound.
 * The Milford Historic Society's colonial houses on Wharf Lane, open for tours in the summer.
 * Christmas time, That House in Milford  is a must. A crazy number of lights decorate the house and the yard.
 * Christmas time, That House in Milford  is a must. A crazy number of lights decorate the house and the yard.

Do

 * The Milford Oyster Festival in August.
 * The Connecticut Post Mall, now the largest indoor shopping mall in Connecticut.
 * Downtown Milford, featuring many eclectic shops and restaurants.
 * The Beaches. What more do we need to say?
 * The Milford Harbor Duck Race is held annually, the first Sunday in May, in downtown Milford.

Drink
The city's nightlife has steadily increased in downtown area.

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Milford (Massachusetts)

Milford is a city in Blackstone Valley.

Do

 * Charles River Trails: provide a perfect place for walking and cycling. There is plenty of wildlife to see, along with views of the river and wetlands. Access to the trails with parking lots can be found off E Main Street and Dilla Street.
 * Charles River Trails: provide a perfect place for walking and cycling. There is plenty of wildlife to see, along with views of the river and wetlands. Access to the trails with parking lots can be found off E Main Street and Dilla Street.

Eat

Chim Thai Cafe: Thai restaurant with fast, friendly service and good lunch deals. 196 East Main St.

Mango Thai Cuisine: Another good Thai restaurant. Go here if you're in a rush or with a big group: the service is quite fast, and the dining room is quite large. 9 Medway Road

Prezo Bar & Grille: American Italian fare, plus a sushi menu. Variety!

Truffles Grille & Wine Bar: Come here for an elegant-casual evening of great drinks & American fusion cuisine. 198 East Main St.

The Alamo: Standard Tex-Mex in a very fun atmosphere. Lunch deals are quite affordable. Homemade chips and salsa! 55 Medway Rd.

Acapulco's: Local Mexican chain. Rock solid margaritas and generous portions. 231 E Main St.

Wonokura: Sushi restaurant offering good Sushi standbys. 194 West St.

Bronx Bagels: I don't know if they import the NYC water or what, but these house made authentic bagels are as close as you'll get in Metrowest MA! Delicious cream cheese varieties, sandwiches, breakfast sandwiches, and coffee in both hot and iced. 196 E Main St.

Johnny Jack's: Diner for breakfast and lunch. Open quite early! 220 Main St.

Go next
Go to Boston by taking 495 North to 90 East. It takes about 45-90 minutes to get there. Boston traffic is horrendous!!

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Milford (New Hampshire)

Milford is a town in the Souhegan Valley area of Hillsborough County in southern New Hampshire, USA. Formerly home to several granite quarries (which led to its nickname of "The Granite Town") and textile mills in the 19th century, the town is now the commercial and retail center for surrounding towns. A rather small and rural town that isn't typically thought of as a tourist destination, it nonetheless offers unique historical and scenic attractions and can make for an excellent stop in a larger tour of the areas of Manchester or Nashua. In 2020, it was home to 16,000 people.

By air

 * Manchester - Boston Regional Airport, Brown Av. Route 101 exit 2, . A convenient way to get to Milford and much of southern New Hampshire. Sometimes used as a low-cost, low hassle alternative to Logan International Airport in Boston. Airlines serving Manchester include Air Canada, American, Delta, Southwest, and United. Southwest is the primary passenger air carrier for the airport, and now accounts for more than half of the airport's annual passenger traffic.

By car
Milford is at the intersections of Route 101 and Route 101A (they converge on the east and west edges of the town), and is also easily reached from Exit 8 of Route 3 (the Everett Turnpike).

Get around
In Milford, the only practical mode of transportation is car. Union Square and the surrounding area is walkable once you're there, but they can only be accessed by car.

See
The center of activity in Milford, and the gateway to most other attractions, is Union Square. It's referred to as "The Oval" by locals, and it's actually a triangle. If you can ignore its utter defiance for basic geometry, you will be able to enjoy a surprisingly diverse menagerie of shops, dining, historical architecture and monuments in an area small enough to easily traverse on foot. Despite its density, Union Square is quite laid-back and usually not busy except during events, which take place in the courtyard. Other destinations under "Do", "Buy", "Eat" and "Drink" are primarily (not exclusively) within the confines of Union Square, and adventurous travelers could spend an entire day only in this area and be entirely provided for. However, even in the absence of visiting local businesses, Union Square still serves as a quiet and pristine window into the town's past, with buildings like the Town Hall and the Wadleigh Memorial Library serving as evidence to this.

Although there are few tourist attractions outside of Union Square, the entire town also serves as an attraction in autumn, with wooded back roads creating excellent photo opportunities for leaf peepers. Fall foliage usually peaks in late October in the area, and if you're not afraid of getting a little lost, you can make the most of your visit to Milford by taking the road less traveled. Luckily, there are usually multiple ways to get to the same place in Milford, so it's easy to resume your normal itinerary at any time. Milford also has a hiking trail which passes by Union Street for additional opportunities in this regard.

Buy
Collectively, Milford and neighboring towns such as Amherst and Wilton have a variety of consignment stores and antique shops. Collectors can find, among other things, obscure films and media formats, sports relics, and coins of all kinds.

Stay safe
Heavy storms and "microbursts" are common in the entire New England area, but are especially dangerous in Milford, where trees and power lines may be damaged by extreme weather, affecting roads. If you see scattered branches on the ground in wooded areas, a storm may have recently passed through; check with locals or on the news to see if you need to avoid any blocked roads. Do not go near downed power lines, and if you find any by accident, inform Eversource and reroute. While this is mostly just an issue in the winter due to snowfall, heavy rain and wind can have the same effect year-round, so always check ahead of time and have a back-up plan. Keeping yourself informed and planning your route ahead of time can reduce this "threat" to a minor inconvenience. If you are caught in a storm, you may be able to wait it out and continue your journey when conditions are better, since weather in the area is prone to change rapidly.

Drivers in Union Square can be aggressive. If you are driving in the Oval, don't stop or slow down more than necessary (such as to obey traffic signs and signals). If you're a pedestrian, it is better to wait for a clearing in traffic to cross a road than to assume drivers will see you waiting at the crosswalk and stop for you. Both of these warnings primarily apply when the roundabout is busy.

Go next

 * Hollis - borders Milford, home to the Monson Historical Village and with similarly eclectic shops and restaurants
 * Peterborough - larger but equally old-fashioned, also has the scenic Pack Monadnock at Miller State Park
 * Manchester - the largest city in New Hampshire, with repurposed mill buildings, a variety of dining options and clubs, and a stadium
 * Nashua - the second-largest city in New Hampshire, with most activity centered on its historic Main Street

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Milford (Texas)

Milford is a small, quaint town in the Blackland Prairie region of Texas. It lies 20 miles south of Waxahachie, and is home to approximately 700 residents.

Get in
Milford lies on US Highway 77 approximately midway between Waxahachie and Hillsboro. Few towns its size possess public airports or bus stations, and Milford is no exception. However, it is easily accessed by car. The town is just east of Interstate 35E, and its exit is marked prominently.

Get around
Being such a small town, Milford is quite easily navigable. However, towns this small usually have a scant budget for road repair, and the side streets reflect this. Stick to the posted speed limit of and you should be fine.

See
When speaking in terms of modern attractions, Milford is home to few to none. The community is, however, quite rich in historical significance. Settlement in the area dates back to the 1840s, and several homes from the early days still exist.

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Milford Haven

Milford Haven (Welsh: Aberdaugleddau) is located near the River Cleddau, and with a population of around 15,000 is the largest town in Pembrokeshire.

Understand
Milford Haven is a town and community in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is situated on the north side of the Milford Haven Waterway, an estuary forming a natural harbour that has been used as a port since the Middle Ages. The town was founded in 1790 on the north side of the Waterway, from which it takes its name. Designed to a grid pattern, it was originally intended by the founder, Sir William Hamilton, to be a whaling centre, though by 1800 it was developing as a Royal Navy dockyard which it remained until the dockyard was transferred to Pembroke in 1814. It then became a commercial dock, with the focus moving in the 1960s, after the construction of an oil refinery built by the Esso Company, to logistics for fuel oil and liquid gas. By 2010 the town's port has become the fourth largest in the United Kingdom in terms of tonnage and plays an important rôle in the United Kingdom's energy sector with several oil refineries and one of the biggest LNG terminals in the world.

Milford is the second largest settlement in Pembrokeshire, with a population of 12,830; while with 13,086 people its community boundaries make it the most populous in the county. As a Welsh local government community, Milford takes in the town of Milford itself and its suburbs, including Hakin, Hubberston, Liddeston, and Steynton. The natural harbour of the Haven was known as a safe port and was exploited for several historical military operations throughout the second millennium. Campaigns conducted from the Haven included part of Henry II's Invasion of Ireland in 1171 and Cromwell's own attack on Ireland in 1649, while forces which have disembarked at the point include Jean II de Rieux's 1405 reinforcement of the Glyndŵr Rising. In 1485, Henry VII landed at the Milford Haven Waterway before marching on England. In 1802 Lord Nelson visited Milford Haven and declared it as one of the finest harbours ever seen. The Quakers developed it as a whaling port in the late 18th century, and following their departure it was used as a naval dockyard and provided the base for a large fishing and oil industry.

By train

 * Arriva Trains - there is a direct train service from Manchester via Arriva Trains. From London Paddington, travellers sometimes need to change in Swansea.
 * Transport for Wales (TfW) (Trafnidiaeth Cymru) and Great Western Railway (GWR) operate trains to Milford Haven.

Milford Haven is the terminus of the Whitland-Milford Haven branch of the West Wales lines (Llinellau Gorllewin Cymru). The other termini are Swansea, Pembroke and Fishguard. You may need to change at Whitland.

By bus
First Cymru buses from Haverfordwest, Tenby and Pembroke

By car
From the east: head to Haverfordwest via M4 and Carmarthen. From Haverfordwest take the road to Milford Haven, approx 9 miles away

Get around
Pembrokeshire County Council offers great Coastal buses that travel in and around Milford Haven

Sleep
There is a wide range of small hotels and guest houses in the town.

Go next

 * Tenby. An attractive town located around a picturesque harbour. Tenby is about a twenty minute drive from Milford Haven.
 * St Davids. The UK's smallest city - impressive cathedral.
 * Skomer. An island off the west of Pembrokeshire, embarkation point being 15 minutes drive away from Milford Haven, that is home to one of the world's largest Puffin colonies. Puffins are in residence April-End of July.
 * Pembroke castle.
 * Sandy Haven Beach, Herbrandston

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Milford-Miami Township

Milford is a small city and Miami Township is a large township often referred to as Milford, despite being an independent township, both communities are located in Southwest Ohio's Clermont County.

Understand
Milford-Miami Township is a fusion of City of Milford and Miami Township. Milford and Miami Township share the 45150 zip code. Milford and Miami Township are unique because Milford is the only city in Clermont County, and Miami Township is the most populous place in the county.

The City of Milford's name has its origins in the fact that mills were the sole industry in the city after its founding and the fact that it was safest ford the Little Miami River at Milford's boundary.

By plane

 * Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is on the Kentucky side, so you'll have to cross the bridge to get to Cincinnati. It is approximately a 40 minute drive from the airport to Milford.

By car
The easiest point of arrival and departure is on I-275 and exiting the highway at the 275 "Milford, Blanchester" exit. Milford-Miami Township is located along U.S. Route 50, which connects Annapolis, Maryland with Sacramento, California

Get around
The two main arteries into Milford are State Route 131 and State Route 28. From I-275 Rt. 28 will abruptly end Milford forking into Main street and Lila Avenue. State Route 131 also begins/ends in Milford and continues on into the abyss known only as "the backroads."

Do

 * Little Miami Bike Trail

Buy

 * Old Milford successfully characterizes hometown charm of the all American Main Street. Some of the noteworthy stores are:
 * Route 28 in Miami Township - along this strip of Route 28 is several fast food joints, K-Mart, the large department store - Meijer, Kroger, several auto repair shops, and sit down restaurants. Further down from the main shopping stretch of Route 28 is Kohls.
 * Route 28 in Miami Township - along this strip of Route 28 is several fast food joints, K-Mart, the large department store - Meijer, Kroger, several auto repair shops, and sit down restaurants. Further down from the main shopping stretch of Route 28 is Kohls.
 * Route 28 in Miami Township - along this strip of Route 28 is several fast food joints, K-Mart, the large department store - Meijer, Kroger, several auto repair shops, and sit down restaurants. Further down from the main shopping stretch of Route 28 is Kohls.
 * Route 28 in Miami Township - along this strip of Route 28 is several fast food joints, K-Mart, the large department store - Meijer, Kroger, several auto repair shops, and sit down restaurants. Further down from the main shopping stretch of Route 28 is Kohls.

Stay safe
The crime rate in Milford and Miami Township is low with most incidents being related to petty theft or traffic violations.

The following phone numbers are for non-emergencies. Dial 911 if the situation is an emergency. Also, if using a cell phone or calling through an operator be sure to specify Miami Township in Clermont County. There are several Miami Townships in Southwest Ohio and you may be redirected to the wrong emergency call center.

Go next

 * Cincinnati
 * Loveland

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