I Navigli
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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About
Locals and travelers flock to this quaint neighborhood for its inviting atmosphere, delicious food, and great drinks. The Navigli area is centered on the two remaining canals that once encircled Milan. During the day, you can stroll along the waterfront to spot beautiful street art and visit historic landmarks like Vicolo dei Lavandai. Grab a spot by the Darsena pond at sunset to people-watch and relax before heading to a cozy bistro for dinner. Complete your visit with some gelato and drinks at the local pubs for a night out. The traditional Fiera di Sinigaglia flea market takes place here once a week too. – Tripadvisor
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Neighborhood: Navigli
The Navigli is part of historic Milan. In the ancient days, the entire city was linked with canals, similar to Venice. Today, most of the canals are gone, but the Navigli remains a canal-based neighborhood. There are two major canals: Naviglio Pavese and Naviglio Grande. The Naviglio Grande's bridges greet visitors at dusk with an amazing view. The Navigli district specializes in clubs, cafes, and vintage shops. Lifestyle reigns supreme here. You can start the walk from the Colonne di San Lorenzo, an antique colonnade in front of the Basilica di San Lorenzo. During the daytime, this place acts as a meeting point for artists and students reading books or chatting with friends; the nights turn it into a stepping-stone for club hoppers. Science lovers will also relish the opportunity to visit the Science and Technology National Museum Leonardo Da Vinci, showcasing inventions of the Italian genius.
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  • Miltos3
    Drama, Greece64 contributions
    Must do!
    Amazing neighbourhood! Full of shops, cafes and restaurants (good quality many of them), even some galleries. Too many people in the district but it is something you enjoy! Don't have a second thought about it, just go and have a good time!
    Visited February 2023
    Written March 2, 2023
  • DRoma
    New York47 contributions
    Not worth the trip
    I went for a stroll during the day which I believe was a mistake. It is filthy, graffiti everywhere (including on church walls) as you walk down the street, shops are not impressive and the canal has garbage floating in it. I believe it has a bigger night scene, maybe so you don’t see how dirty it is? This district is not the charming Italy that you are thinking of. The one thing I did like was that you could “lock you love” on one of the bridges. Locks were being sold for 5 euro from street vendors. There were plenty of restaurants with outdoor seating but none stood out to me. I do not think it’s worth visiting during the day. Nighttime might be different!
    Visited June 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written June 12, 2023
  • Ann B
    16 contributions
    Beautiful, bustling
    Beautiful and bustling. So pretty and different from the center of Milan. We enjoyed eating canal-side but get there early if you want to partake in the aperitif. We had to wait about half an hour to get a table for five. Bring mosquito repellent!! We got chewed up!
    Visited July 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written July 23, 2023
  • 𝓝𝓪𝓽𝔂 ® 👑
    Moscow, Russia115,793 contributions
    I Navigli
    The name of the district is translated from Italian as "canals", as the appearance resembled Venice. The Grand Canal appeared first in 1178, and had a length of more than 50 kilometers. It was he who was used to deliver the snow-white marble from which the Duomo Cathedral in Milan was built.
    Visited June 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 17, 2023
  • pooh
    12 contributions
    Good food and drinks
    I actually really liked this place. You have to walk down to get some quieter spots away from the loud party bars. We had the best drinks and food there. Take mosquito repellant as you will get bitten. The only thing that ruins it is the constant peddlers who try to sell you something, the government should really put a stop to this as they are irritating. Lots of nice restaurants but hunt around as there are many!
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 22, 2023
  • J.J_Journeys🌙✨🌎
    United Kingdom22 contributions
    Navigli Canal October 2022
    Visited here last October in 2022. We had a brilliant time, weather was lovely, plenty of bars and restaurants to choose. Top tip…Get takeaway drinks and enjoy them on the canal !! Some bars do deals where they’re half the price so we had drinks which were €5 instead of €10. Follow our account @j.j_journeys on Instagram and TikTok for more details on our trips, travel inspo & itineraries of where we’ve visited 🌙✨🌞
    Visited October 2022
    Traveled as a couple
    Written September 14, 2023
  • Ken T
    Glen Oaks, New York603 contributions
    Lovely canals in Milan
    I spent a half of a day along the lovely canals of Milan. It was not crowded with tourists and I was amazed by the restaurants and street vendors. I decided to have lunch at one of the restaurants and I was pretty much there alone until my desert came out. The area was so calm and peaceful and walking along the canals was great.
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written September 27, 2023
  • places2seeplaces2go
    England, United Kingdom4,814 contributions
    Such A Different Part Of Milan
    We hopped off the hop on hop off tour bus here & had a lovely walk around the canal area of Milan. We were there in the daytime/October so fairly quiet. Lots of bars/cafes/restaurants everywhere & plenty of artisan stalls selling items. Loved the area.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 26, 2023
  • Airborne503
    Raleigh, North Carolina14 contributions
    Should be Missed.
    I went during the day which is usually a mistake when a place is known for “ nightlife and fun” and it turned out to indeed be a mistake. It was dirty, graffiti everywhere and high tourist prices. This place can definitely be missed.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written November 25, 2023
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epvdlinden
Helmond, The Netherlands183 contributions
Sep 2020 • Couples
Very nice area to be at the end of a day. Many bars and restaurants alongside the canals. Many go there for “Aperativos”. You pay €10 for a drink and get a (quite big) plate with food with it. Having a drink and go for a good bite in a restaurant is also possible. Pricing is Milan level, not cheap.
Written September 6, 2020
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WestofIre2013
County Galway, Ireland89 contributions
Sep 2021 • Friends
Visited this neighbourhood one evening and ate in a lovely restaurant near the canal. There are many ti choose from in this area. The following morning we returned & spent time rambling around, admiring the waterways and traversing the various bridges. There was a lot of activity that day as there was an artists exhibition/market taking place outdoors along the canal which made our visit even more enjoyable.
Written April 17, 2022
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Exidia
9 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
This is a VERY overated area of Milan. The guidebooks and sites describe a bustling place filled with little independent shops and artist studios. In fact, it is a grotty walkway alongside, admittedly very clean, canals, with cafes/restaurants outnumbering other businesses by about ten to one.
It claims to be pedestrianised, but watch out for delivery vans and cyclists travelling at speed and giving way to no one
Written March 27, 2023
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Insulting Reveiws
6 contributions
May 2022
Its lack of cars along the river make for a peaceful meal experience. Would go in the evening due the lights. 4/5.

Italians has a lack of understanding for cold drinks, especially iced coffee. They also cant drive, park or use a restroom without ruining it for the next person. Milan is a noisy and busy city full of people wanting something from you. Would go to the countryside next time.
Written May 30, 2022
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CB500F
82 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Do not take the canal cruise. It is an utter waste of time and money. We felt ripped off. There is nothing to see apart from grotty buildings and graffiti. The boat goes up the canal for 20 minutes and turns around and comes back. The audio guide is via an internet link so if you haven’t taken your phone and earpieces you will be in complete silence.
Written August 10, 2023
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J.J_Journeys🌙✨🌎
United Kingdom22 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Visited here last October in 2022. We had a brilliant time, weather was lovely, plenty of bars and restaurants to choose. Top tip…Get takeaway drinks and enjoy them on the canal !! Some bars do deals where they’re half the price so we had drinks which were €5 instead of €10.
Follow our account @j.j_journeys on Instagram and TikTok for more details on our trips, travel inspo & itineraries of where we’ve visited 🌙✨🌞
Written September 14, 2023
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𝓝𝓪𝓽𝔂 ® 👑
Moscow, Russia115,793 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
The name of the district is translated from Italian as "canals", as the appearance resembled Venice. The Grand Canal appeared first in 1178, and had a length of more than 50 kilometers. It was he who was used to deliver the snow-white marble from which the Duomo Cathedral in Milan was built.
Written August 17, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Alf N
Malaga, Spain66 contributions
Jul 2022
compared to European level rather costly area, but well worth visiting. Milano is expensive, so is this area, but the combination of restaurants next to a little canal is very cute. Food is good, service is acceptable, location is all. Just enjoy a nice evening strolling along.
Written August 1, 2022
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missgeminilife
Chicago, IL34 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
What a charming area of Milan! Many restaurants and wine bars linning up against this little waterway. Going at night is quite beautiful (at least this time of year/Holiday Season) because all the lights are up on each street and over the water. Also its definitely more of a locals scene which I truly appreciate after playing tourist all day.
Written January 5, 2020
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Drciletti
Long Beach, CA14 contributions
Feb 2020
We stayed in an Airbnb on naviglio grande. It was amazing, people all day and night right outside the door but not noisy. Small cafes, pizza, gelato, coffee and shops right out side the door. Close to everything including transportation. Amazing. Unfortunately Covid hit while we were there, so we had to evacuate early. I hope the people who live there are safe.
Written April 27, 2020
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