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Navigli District

Where
Milano
Infopoint
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The history of Milan's canals (known as navigli) began in the 12th century with the construction of the first navigabile canal.

At the time, Milan was a city crossed by rivers and canals regulated by ingenious technical devices. Towards the end of the 15th century, Leonardo da Vinci devised an innovative system of locks that would later be implemented by master engineers.

In fact, the canals of Milan originated as navigable artificial canals used for the transportation of people and goods and for irrigation. During the 20th century, with the spread of the trams and trains as a means of transport, almost all of them were completely covered.

This feature of Milan's history can be revived by taking a walk in the Navigli District, in the romantic Vicolo dei Lavandai and passing over the ancient bridges of the Naviglio Grande.

When we speak of the Navigli District in Milan we are referring to the area of the Darsena, the port of Milan next to Piazza XXIV Maggio, and the streets that run along the Naviglio Grande, which linked Milan to Switzerland, and the Naviglio Pavese, which connected the city to Pavia.

Today this area has been re-evaluated and is considered one of the most beautiful residential areas of the city. Ancient views of romantic Milan can be glimpsed along the banks of the Naviglio: "case di ringhiera" (typical houses built around a central courtyard), workshops, ancient wash houses covered by wooden beam roofs.

The Navigli District is highly popular. During the day you can visit art galleries, go shopping in the shops of artisans and wander through the antique market held on the last Sunday of each month. In the evening, this is a perfect destination for enjoying drinks and dining in the many places that make it one of the most entertaining and attractive districts of the city.

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Places

Darsena di Milano

As well as being the city’s port, in the past the Darsena was also a highly important water junction.
  • Navigli
Darsena
173 mt

The Red Oak of Porta Ticinese

There are two monuments that characterise Piazza XXIV Maggio, one architectural and one arboreal: Porta Ticinese and the big red oak.
  • Active & Green
The Red Oak of Porta Ticinese
193 mt

Naviglio Pavese

The Naviglio Pavese was a dream come true, the dream that had lasted five centuries of a direct link between Pavia and Milan.
  • Navigli
Naviglio_Pavese
203 mt

Church of Sant'Eustorgio

Founded in the fourth century, the basilica was enriched with valuable Renaissance additions and the famous Portinari chapel was built
  • Religious Tourism
Church of Sant'Eustorgio
336 mt

Museo Diocesano of Milan

Is located in the setting of the cloisters of Sant'Eustorgio, integral part of one of the most antique monumental complexes of Milan
  • Art & Culture
Museo Diocesano, Museums of Milan
391 mt

Milan, the Culture of flavours

  • Food & Wine
Pigeon skewer according to Enrico Bartolini
706 mt

Columns of San Lorenzo

A space in the city where time seems to have stopped: just beyond the Porta Ticinese, one of the most evocative views of Milan
  • Art & Culture
Colums of San Lorenzo
718 mt

Ticinese columns of San Lorenzo

  • Lifestyle
Ticinese columns of San Lorenzo
726 mt

San Lorenzo Basilica

Majestic, it is preceded by 16 Roman columns, with Corinthian capitals, which delimit one side of the late-antique portico
  • Religious Tourism
San Lorenzo Basilica
743 mt

Sant'Ambrogio Basilica

One of the symbols of the city of Milan, is dedicated to its patron saint, whose feast is celebrated every year on December 7th
  • Religious Tourism
Sant'Ambrogio Basilica, a monumental landmark
1.12 km

Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci

  • Art & Culture
Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci
1.2 km

MUDEC

Multidisciplinary center dedicated to the cultures of the world, in the former Ansaldo area, in real monuments of industrial archeology
  • Art & Culture
MUDEC Cultures' Museum
1.26 km

Museo Mangini Bonomi

Housed in an elegant Milanese building, the museum exhibits an extensive collection organized in 40 sections
  • Art & Culture
Museo Mangini Bonomi, Musei Milano
1.4 km

Ambrosian Picture Gallery

It houses the largest collection of Leonardo's sheets, the Codex Atlanticus, exhibited thanks to temporary thematic exhibitions
  • Art & Culture
Ambrosian Picture Gallery
1.44 km

Carcano Theater

Historic Milanese theater, it is still one of the largest halls in the city hosting prose, dance and music shows.
  • Art & Culture
Carcano Theater
1.47 km

Church of San Maurizio

In the heart of Milan, is defined the Sistine Chapel of Lombardy. Completely frescoed leaves you breathless
  • Religious Tourism
Church of San Maurizio
1.48 km

Roman Theatre of Milan

Discover the Roman Theatre of Milan
  • Art & Culture
Roman Theatre of Milan
1.5 km

Leonardo’s Vineyard

Leonardo's Vineyard is located in Milan, in front of the Santa Maria delle Grazie church; it was given to Leonardo by Ludovico il Moro
  • Art & Culture
Vigna di Leonardo, Musei Milano
1.54 km

Museo del Novecento

A permanent collection of XXth century artwork inside Palazzo Arengario only a few steps away from the Vittorio Emanuele II Gallery
  • Art & Culture
Museo del Novecento
1.58 km

Santa Maria delle Grazie

An impressive piece of architecture in the heart of Milan, inextricably linked to the fresco by Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper
  • Religious Tourism
Santa Maria delle Grazie, inspiring churches in Lombardy
1.61 km

Activities

On the Navigli between courtyards and old-fashioned houses

  • Art & Culture
On the Navigli between courtyards and old-fashioned houses
136 mt

Guided tour by boat on the Navigli of Milan

  • Art & Culture
Guided tour by boat on the Navigli of Milan
339 mt

Milan Street Art Tour, Navigli and Ticinese area

  • Art & Culture
Milan Street Art Tour, Navigli and Ticinese area
718 mt

Guided tour of the Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio

  • Art & Culture
Guided tour of the Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio
1.25 km

Longboard course for beginners

  • Active & Green
Longboard course for beginners
1.27 km

The Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, a tour to the masterpieces of Art

  • Art & Culture
The Pinacoteca Ambrosiana,  a tour to the masterpieces of Art
1.41 km

San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, a very precious jewel

  • Art & Culture
San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, a very precious jewel
1.49 km

Licensed tour, hiking and experiential Guides in Lombardia

  • Active & Green
Licensed tour, hiking and experiential Guides in Lombardia
1.63 km

The Last Supper, guided tour to the great work of Leonardo

  • Art & Culture
The Last Supper, guided tour to the great work of Leonardo
1.63 km

Guided tour of Classic Milan

  • Art & Culture
Guided tour of Classic Milan
1.63 km

Private Tour discover Milan Highlights

  • Art & Culture
Private Tour discover Milan Highlights
1.63 km

Milan - Franciacorta - Venice

  • Golf
Milan - Franciacorta - Venice
1.64 km

The Underground Milan – The hidden archaeological areas

  • Art & Culture
The Underground Milan – The hidden archaeological areas
1.79 km

The Rooftop of the Duomo

  • Art & Culture
The Rooftop of the Duomo
1.79 km

On the vintage tram in Milan, in the 1920’s atmosphere

  • Art & Culture
On the vintage tram in Milan, in the 1920’s atmosphere
1.88 km

Leonardo da Vinci in Milan

  • Art & Culture
Leonardo da Vinci in Milan
1.89 km

Guided tour of the Museum of La Scala, Milan

  • Art & Culture
Guided tour of the Museum of La Scala, Milan
1.89 km

Castello Sforzesco of Milan – The life at Court

  • Art & Culture
Castello Sforzesco of Milan – The life at Court
1.95 km

The heart of Milan

  • Art & Culture
The heart of Milan
1.97 km

Aperitif on the Torre Branca, in the center of Parco Sempione

  • Art & Culture
Aperitif on the Torre Branca, in the center of Parco Sempione
2.24 km

Where to sleep

Ripa Porta Ticinese 5 sub 733

MILANO
Ripa Porta Ticinese 5 sub 733
12 mt

Ripa Porta Ticinese 5 sub 31

MILANO
Ripa Porta Ticinese 5 sub 31
12 mt

A CASA DI FRANCESCA

Milano
A CASA DI FRANCESCA
12 mt

CASA DI JACOPO

Milano
CASA DI JACOPO
12 mt

Ripa 5

Milano
Ripa 5
12 mt

InDarsena

Milano
InDarsena
12 mt

Ripa di Porta Ticinese 7 sub 705

MILANO
Ripa di Porta Ticinese 7 sub 705
31 mt

Alzaia Naviglio Pavese Sub 727

Milano
Alzaia Naviglio Pavese Sub 727
33 mt

Alzaia

Milano
Alzaia
33 mt

ICS HOUSE SRL TICINESE 9 SUB. 47 P. 3

Milano
ICS HOUSE SRL TICINESE 9 SUB. 47 P. 3
48 mt

EASYLIFE D'Annunzio 25 sub 718

MILANO
EASYLIFE D'Annunzio 25 sub 718
70 mt

Appartamento D'Annunzio

Milano
Appartamento D'Annunzio
70 mt

Alzaia Naviglio Grande 4 Sub 25

MILANO
Alzaia Naviglio Grande 4 Sub 25
79 mt

Alzaia Naviglio Grande 4 sub 730

MILANO
Alzaia Naviglio Grande 4 sub 730
79 mt

Ripa di Porta Ticinese 13 sub 87

Milano
Ripa di Porta Ticinese 13 sub 87
82 mt

Da Simone in the Heart of Milan

Milano
Da Simone in the Heart of Milan
82 mt

Corte dei Navigli

Milano
Corte dei Navigli
82 mt

Easylife D'Annunzio 25 sub 717

MILANO
Easylife D'Annunzio 25 sub 717
94 mt

Porta Ticinese 15 sub 712

MILANO
Porta Ticinese 15 sub 712
100 mt

VIA RIPA DI PORTA TICINESE 15_SUB 711

MILANO
VIA RIPA DI PORTA TICINESE 15_SUB 711
100 mt