World-renowned as a capital of fashion and music, Milan is one of our flagship destinations. The richness of its heritage is a major asset of this beautiful Italian city, from the iconic Duomo to the Sforza Castle, and the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie (home to Leonardo da Vinci’s magnificent Last Supper), not to mention its legendary Teatro alla Scala.

Autumn places a strong focus on new productions, with La Traviata and Faust, featuring Nadine Sierra and Marina Rebeka in the two leading female roles.

The appointment of Myung-Whun Chung as Music Director is celebrated at the opening of the 2026–2027 season with Verdi’s Otello, directed by Damiano Michieletto. Among the highlights of this early season are a new production of Bizet’s Les Pêcheurs de perles, absent from La Scala since 1948, as well as the traditional The Nutcracker by Rudolf Nureyev, presented during the festive season.

The second half of the season notably commemorates the bicentenary of the death of L. van Beethoven, with a performance of Paër’s Leonora, the work that inspired Beethoven’s Fidelio. The season also features several new productions, including Donizetti’s Anna Bolena and Bellini’s I Puritani. The ballet programme brings together major repertoire works and contemporary creations, including Akram Khan’s Giselle and a tribute to Maurice Béjart. Concerts and recitals will also feature leading artists such as Klaus Mäkelä, Kirill Petrenko, Yuja Wang, and Daniil Trifonov.

If you wish to discover more about Milan’s history and treasures, we can also arrange a private guided tour with a French-speaking guide.

You may also wish to combine your stay with nearby art cities such as Venice and Florence.