City in Lombardy, Italy
Milan for solo travelers
Is Milan good for solo travel?
Italy's business and design capital, with the best trains, coworking and international scene in the country. It is pricier and less romantic than Rome or Florence; winter air and fog are weaker points.
Solo travel at a glance
| Solo travel | 4/5 · Very good for solo travel |
|---|---|
| Locals | Polite but reserved |
| English | Widely spoken |
| Safety | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Solo women | Generally safe for solo women. Be careful around Centrale and Stazione Garibaldi late at night and stick to lit streets. |
How to meet people in Milan
Coworking events, aperitivo spots in Navigli, language exchanges, run clubs along the canals and design-week events.
Good things to do alone
- Climb the Duomo roof for city views
- Do aperitivo along the Navigli canals
- See The Last Supper by booking weeks ahead
- Cycle the Naviglio Grande towards Abbiategrasso
- Take a day trip to Lake Como by train
Where to stay in Milan
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Navigli | Nightlife, canals, aperitivo and a social crowd |
| Porta Venezia | Restaurants, LGBTQ+ scene and a diverse feel |
| Isola–Porta Nuova | Nomads: modern, cafés, coworking, quick metro |
| Brera | Central, upscale and quiet, galleries |
| Città Studi | Students, cheaper rents and local eateries |
Solo travel across Italy
| Place | Solo | English |
|---|---|---|
| Rome | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Venice | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Florence | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Milan | 4/5 | Widely spoken |
| Naples | 4/5 | Limited |
| Cinque Terre | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Sicily | 4/5 | Limited |
| Tuscany | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Bologna | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Verona | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Sorrento | 4/5 | Widely spoken |
| Turin | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Palermo | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Catania | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Bari | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Lecce | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Genoa | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Amalfi Coast | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Lake Como | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Positano | 3/5 | Widely spoken |
| Sardinia | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Pisa | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Capri | 3/5 | Widely spoken |
| Lake Garda | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Siena | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Puglia | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Dolomites | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Taormina | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Matera | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Lucca | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
Quick answers
Is Milan good for solo travelers?
Very good for solo travel (4/5). Italy's business and design capital, with the best trains, coworking and international scene in the country.
How do you meet people in Milan?
Coworking events, aperitivo spots in Navigli, language exchanges, run clubs along the canals and design-week events. On SoloSquare you can also join small plans with other travelers who are there now.
Do people speak English in Milan?
Widely spoken.
Is Milan safe for solo female travelers?
Generally safe for solo women. Be careful around Centrale and Stazione Garibaldi late at night and stick to lit streets.
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Sources
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