I'd make time for Brera in Milan, even on a short visit.

YesMilano describes the neighbourhood's cobbled streets, galleries, cafés and the Pinacoteca di Brera. [1] That's plenty to build an afternoon around.

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I'd start with the paintings and leave the rest open. Maybe a long lunch. Maybe a shop with a window too good to walk past.

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Milan has a very polished reputation, but I like the little everyday moments just as much.

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Comfortable shoes, please. I intend to wander.

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