15 days in Milan & Turin Itinerary

In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.

Head to Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Rush Cyclefor some retail therapy. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore and Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore. Get out of town with these interesting Milan side-trips: Certosa di Pavia (in Certosa di Pavia), Cathedral of Cremona (in Cremona) and Brescia Castle (in Brescia). Plan for a day of cool, family-friendly fun on the 7th (Tue) at Acquaworld. There's lots more to do: explore the historical opulence of Castello di Gropparello, take in the spiritual surroundings of Duomo di Milano, kick back and relax at Spiaggia di Onno, and steep yourself in history at Il Cenacolo.

For where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Milan attractions planner.

Chicago, USA to Milan is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a 7 hour difference. In May in Milan, expect temperatures between 73°F during the day and 55°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to take a train to Turin.

A city of technology and industry, Turin is in northwestern Italy, a one-hour drive from the French border and slightly more than that from the Mediterranean Sea.

Popular historic sites such as Castello e Parco di Masino and Ricetto di Candelo are in your itinerary. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Santuario della Nativita di Maria and Castello di Issogne. Get out of town with these interesting Turin side-trips: Azienda Agricola Mario Giribaldi (in Rodello), Santuario di Oropa (in Oropa) and Castello di Verres (in Verres). There's lots more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Church of San Lorenzo, steep yourself in history at Chiesa di San Fiorenzo, explore the historical opulence of Castello di Grinzane Cavour, and examine the collection at Juventus Museum.

To find ratings, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Turin online tour planner.

Getting from Milan to Turin by train takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Milan in May: highs in Turin hover around 64°F, while lows dip to 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.