Giardini Pubblici Indro Montanelli
Giardini Pubblici Indro Montanelli
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6:30 AM - 9:00 PM
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6:30 AM - 9:00 PM
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Neighborhood: Centro Storico
The pulsating core of Milan is in Centro. Duomo Square is enclosed by the gothic cathedral, the historic icon of Milan. However, shopping is what draws most crowds to this area. The classy and versatile Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II with luxury boutiques and high quality restaurants will turn any shopping or lunch expedition into a royal experience. Head to the rooftop of the flagship La Rinascente to enjoy the view of the animated square with a panorama of the Duomo. The Corso Vittorio Emanuele II is the street for high-end shopping. Brands of all kinds and street artists attract the attention of all visitors; while at Via Santa Radegonda 16, Luini Panzerotti is a much appreciated street food shop providing unimaginable culinary experiences. If shopping takes its toll on you, consider visiting Castello Sforzesco, a 15th century castle housing several museums. Those looking to relax can go to Parco Sempione, where nature provides respite from the energy of this dynamic and international city.
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- Turati • 5 min walk
- Palestro • 5 min walk
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Jonas A
Stockholm, Sweden935 contributions
Nov 2022
This is a rather large park with room for pick nick, play or a stroll. Apart from grass areas and trees it features a fountain and a small sculpture park. The park also seems popular with dogs and at least in some of the outlying parts there are individuals that make you think twice about personal security.
Written November 19, 2022
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Brun066
Florence, Italy13,777 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
My first experience of these gardens dates back to the 1950s, when my family moved from Bologna to Milan. In my memories as a child, a feature that no longer exists remains most impressed: the zoo, located in the north-west corner of the park; a magical place for me, but really too small to ensure animal welfare (and in fact it was definitively closed in 1992). But I remember other salient features very well, such as the scenography of artificial rocks on the north side (towards the Bastions of Porta Venezia) and internal waterways and lakes, with a slow and placid stream, and bordered by huge trees. Of course also the Natural History Museum and the Planetarium; but these are attractions apart.
The position of the garden may seem central today (and it is); but consider that the "Ramparts of Porta Venezia" (on which today a car avenue runs), with which the gardens border to the north, were occupied precisely by the ramparts, so-called "Spanish", because they were built by the viceroy of Spain (ruler of Milan at the time) in the mid-16th century. So the gardens, when they were established (from what I read, in 1784, the time of Austrian domination over the city) were very much on the outskirts.
The architect who designed the gardens was Giuseppe Piermarini, representative of neoclassical art in Italy, known above all for having built the Teatro alla Scala. Instead, the arrangement with false rocks, streams and lakes, referring to the experience of the English "landscape gardens", dates back to 1881, the year in which a memorable exhibition took place, the Italian National Exhibition, occupying part of the garden, which consecrated the role of Milan as the economic capital of Italy.
Overall, the gardens are now a remarkable green lung of the city of Milan, all the more precious because it is central in the city today.
The position of the garden may seem central today (and it is); but consider that the "Ramparts of Porta Venezia" (on which today a car avenue runs), with which the gardens border to the north, were occupied precisely by the ramparts, so-called "Spanish", because they were built by the viceroy of Spain (ruler of Milan at the time) in the mid-16th century. So the gardens, when they were established (from what I read, in 1784, the time of Austrian domination over the city) were very much on the outskirts.
The architect who designed the gardens was Giuseppe Piermarini, representative of neoclassical art in Italy, known above all for having built the Teatro alla Scala. Instead, the arrangement with false rocks, streams and lakes, referring to the experience of the English "landscape gardens", dates back to 1881, the year in which a memorable exhibition took place, the Italian National Exhibition, occupying part of the garden, which consecrated the role of Milan as the economic capital of Italy.
Overall, the gardens are now a remarkable green lung of the city of Milan, all the more precious because it is central in the city today.
Written January 13, 2024
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Alex
Caserta, Italy1,403 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
We often associate Milan with buildings, urban areas, smog and fog.
But this park literally constitutes a green lung of the city just a few steps from Corso Buenos Aires and Porta Venezia.
I've been inside for a walk, and it can provide a moment of relaxation from the hectic and fast pace of everyday life.
Inside there are also various museums (planetarium and natural science museum) which I was unable to visit due to lack of time.
But this park literally constitutes a green lung of the city just a few steps from Corso Buenos Aires and Porta Venezia.
I've been inside for a walk, and it can provide a moment of relaxation from the hectic and fast pace of everyday life.
Inside there are also various museums (planetarium and natural science museum) which I was unable to visit due to lack of time.
Written January 30, 2024
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fi_decorso
Milan, Italy69,718 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
This morning, heading towards the opposite gardens of Villa Reale for a concert by Piano City Milano, we walked along a stretch of these which for me have always been, and will always remain, simply "the public gardens", to which many memories of when I frequented them as a child in the late 1940s and early 1950s. From that prehistoric era to today many things have changed, not so much in the overall system, which has remained substantially unchanged, but rather in its maintenance and above all in the methods of use by citizens, who are increasingly less respectful of others and of things. public. Just look at the too many dogs left free to run around everywhere and the various waste thrown here and there, just to limit ourselves to the two perhaps most macroscopic aspects.
If I don't give a negative rating, it's only because, objectively, the gardens have many merits, starting with the rich planting and flowering, continuing with the valuable monuments, finally arriving at the notable historic buildings that delimit the two ends.
If I don't give a negative rating, it's only because, objectively, the gardens have many merits, starting with the rich planting and flowering, continuing with the valuable monuments, finally arriving at the notable historic buildings that delimit the two ends.
Written May 19, 2024
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MFaro
Italy2,814 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
The Montanelli Gardens are another green area in the center of Milan. They are well maintained and are easily accessible by public transport. Interesting structures such as the Natural History Museum and the Planetarium also affect the same.
Written June 15, 2024
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PatchWelling
Marlow, UK1,958 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
This park is free and there are peaceful spot to rest your weary feet. This park has outdoor gym, play area, lake, fountains and monuments dotted around. It is worth a visit for sure.
Written August 29, 2024
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Pete
Fredericksburg, VA1,200 contributions
May 2022 • Solo
It was a hot Friday afternoon, my first day, and I was a little lost. But, I know I walked through this park because I remember the museum of natural history, and after I exited, the modern art gallery. I remember seeing a whole lot of young kids (1st grade?) playing on the playgrounds. I was thinking to myself: ”Oh, to be young again “. It seemed like the perfect place for some hotdog stands, but I didn’t see any food nor drink stands. There were a lot of birds along with a handful of people sunbathing. The park also had a lot of shady tree areas, with about 80% shade, mostly in front of the natural history museum.
Written June 2, 2022
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betteskid
Boston, MA1,329 contributions
May 2023
We stayed near this park during a recent trip to Milan and walked around there multiple times. The park is spacious and you do get to see everyday life in the park - children playing, people exercising or running - and the park has interesting paths and gardens. That said, the park is not as beautiful as it could be because the upkeep is not top-notch. If you are nearby, the park is worth visiting, but I would not travel from another part of Milan to see it.
Written August 7, 2023
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Tiziana Romano
Province of Monza and Brianza, Italy586 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
Beautiful Park, is the garden of Villa Dugnani. Totally restful, always beautiful people never chaotic. There are rides and a train for children. There is a spring where ducks, turtle fish live blissfully. Throughout the park there are various dog areas but dogs can always be free. Invitation to visit. If you want to cross it and immerse yourself in the central streets of Milan.
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Written July 13, 2024
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PATO-BETO
San Martin, Argentina20,320 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
A large green space in the middle of the city. These gardens were inaugurated in 1784. They are dedicated to the journalist and writer Indro Montanelli, who stopped at the park every morning before starting his work. My husband and I discovered it by chance and since it was just lunchtime, we took a break on its benches overlooking the pretty fountain. It has a variety of trees and I thought it was quite well cared for.
Written December 16, 2023
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Indro Montanelli was a renowned Italian journalist and writer. In 1997 he was shot several times by Red Brigade terrorists on a street against the railing of this park. He survived, and this park was renamed in his honour after he passed away in 2001. You can see an online map where you can find the marker of the very spot he held on to the park railing when he was shot on that fateful day - look for "Google Maps Gallery", then pick the first map after you search for "milanfinally best places map" using their search box there.
Written May 30, 2016
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