This neighbourhood, located in the central-eastern area of the city, is the site of dome of the most important Italian universities, overall the campuses of the Politecnico and the Universita` degli Studi di Milano. A typical Milanese neighbourhood, full of personality and life, also thanks to the strong presence of restaurants, bars and places focused on coworking and conviviality.
The “fresh-air” brought by students and young workers perfectly merge with the terrific historical heritage of the buildings in this area. Ancient and new blend together to create a controversial neighbourhood, which seems a contradiction in terms, quiet and lively at the same time, where you can find people of all ages. Citta` Studi is also site of some of the most important medical clinics and institutes; it is easy to reach both from the centre of the city and from the main airports/stations of Milan.
As a result of these incredible combinations, we obtain a unique neighbourhood, which is able to meet the most different needs. Anyway, which is the best way to discover it? Here is our personal list of all the places and the experiences that can’t be missed in Città Studi.
GARDENS AND PARKS
Città Studi is full of green spaces: there is plenty of options for people who loves sports and spending their free time surrounded by nature. You can also easily reach (by bike or by using public transport) some of the most beautiful and impressive parks in Milan, for example Parco Lambro (MM2 – Lambrate) and Giardini Indro Montanelli in Corso Venezia (MM1 – Porta Venezia).
RESTAURANTS AND BARS
Birrificio Lambrate
Just between Lambrate and Città Studi (in via Adelchi), you will find the most ancient (over 22 years of experience) and famous brewery in Milan. It has newly open a newer and bigger site in via Grossich, in order to being able to welcome all their loyal clients (and the new ones). Birrificio Lambrate offers an incredible variety of beers, from most traditional to innovative ones, accompanied by a tasty menu which includes: sandwiches, hamburgers, bruschetta and more.
Upcycle Milano Bike Café
Unmissable stop for cycling lovers. Its cozy and welcoming environment, with an ancient design, reminds a garage. Clients can find equipment for DIY bike repair at their disposal. The menu includes beers and wines, moreover dishes inspired by the North-European tradition. It often is the site of weekly events focused on bikes and cycling themes.
Trattoria Mirta
A typical Italian “trattoria” also included in the Slow Food’s guide “Osterie d’Italia”. It is located in the centre of Casoretto neighbourhood and represents one of the pillars of Milanese restaurant sector, thanks to its delicious food and warm welcome. Fresh and quality raw material, partnership with local farmers and its chef’s ability are the ingredients of Mirta’s success, with its daily menu which strictly depends on the seasonality of the products.
CULTURAL OFFER
Teatro Leonardo da Vinci
By being part of the cultural project MTM, this theatre is a fundamental part in the cultural offer of Milan. It can accommodate up to 500 people and its stage hosted numerous international events focused on music, literature and arts in general.
Casa Museo Spazio Tadini
Previous homeplace and studio of Emilio Tadini (Milanese writer and painter, lived during XX century). This house-museum offers a collection of testimonies of important figures during the development of Milan, also hosting international artists and their exhibitions.
DID YOU KNOW?
If you go to where Piazza Leonardo da Vinci cross via Colombo, you will notice a very particular building, addressed as “Cremlin” by prof. Drugman (professor of History and Museography – Architecture, at Politecnico di Milano), due to its resemblance with the Russian fortress.