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Naviglio District, Milan

Alzaia Naviglio Pavese, Milano, Lombardia

Description

The Naviglio district is set around Milan's Naviglio Grande and Naviglio Pavese, canals that connected the city's Porta Ticinese dock (Darsena) to the Ticino River several kms to the south. Nowadays, the area is known for its shopping, lively nightlife and, of course, the rowing and canoeing on the canals. Landmarks include the Arco di Porta Ticinese, the Basilicas of Sant'Eustorgio and San Lorenzo alle Colonne, and the Vicolo dei Lavandai (Washermen's Alley).

Access & Transport

The neighbourhood is 2km south of the city centre. The train, metro and tram station of Porta Genova (M2, T10) is located on its western side. On the north-western edge is 'C.so Colombo P.le Cantore' (T2, T10, T14) and tram #10 goes through the area.

Instructions & Recommendations

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Meta review

Described as one of the cool neighbourhoods in various travel magazines, the online reviews only partially agree. Overall, they deem it worthy of a visit with a walk along the canals and dinner there, pointing out that the atmosphere is great and that at least there is no car traffic to ruin the experience. However, the picturesque area is quite small before it becomes run down industrial units and the canal trips don't seem too special or good value in general.

Environmental & Social

Very urban environment (besides the canals) and a little over-commercialized.

Conclusion

The neighbourhood is worth a walk-through and some pictures, if anything to learn about the Navigli. Interesting, atmospheric but not exceptional.

Key positive

Picturesque canals

Charming atmosphere in the evenings

Key negative

Small area and not much beyond the canals

Suitability

No restrictions

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

June 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 30m

est. visit time:1h 30m

Sunlight based

Sunrise / early morningOk

MorningOk

Lunch timeOk

AfternoonOk

Sunset / eveningOk

Night – bef. midnightOk

Night – aft. midnightNo

Pricing
Free

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