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Milan’s Historic Centre : Venues, Clubs and Cafés

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1. Zucca in Galleria (Caffè Miani)

A gorgeous Liberty-style café, with views of the Duomo. Zucca holds the dubious honour of having introduced Milan to the apéritif Campari (see Zucca (Caffè Miani), Milan).
2. Caffè Martini

This café may be overpriced but is great for Duomo views and watching the people, processions and protest rallies at Milan’s heart.
3. La Banque

This businessmen’s lunch spot transforms into a yuppie disco – one of the few in Central Milan – with live music after 11pm; dress well.
4. La Scala

After an extensive restoration programme this magnificent opera house has recently reopened.
5. Nepentha

Perennial Milan discotheque just a few blocks south of the Duomo where the chic set come to dine then dance the night away.
6. I Panini della Befi

Very popular panino bar at lunch, with umbrella-shaded tables on a pedestrian street. Stellar sandwiches, decent coffee.
7. Sant’Ambroseus

This historic café and tea room is also known for making some of the best chocolates in Italy (see Sant’Ambroseus, Milan).
8. Cova

Nestling in the heart of Milan’s boutique district since 1817, Cova offers excellent coffee and pastries (see Cova, Milan).
9. Ice Nice

Snacks and sushi, coffee and cocktails in a nook off the main shopping area.
10. Conservatorio Giuseppe Verdi

Top conservatory with free concerts by Milan’s philharmonic orchestra.