How many of us have been on or organized a romantic date? The excitement affects both parties. The organization always causes a little fear, because you are never sure whether the other person will appreciate your choice or not, and those who participate always have doubts about how the date will go.
Your mind races with thoughts. Will they like me? What if I say something stupid? What if we end up sitting in silence? What should I wear? And so on. We can’t help you with outfit or compatibility issues, but we can give you some ideas for a romantic date in Milan. Here they are. Ready? Go:
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Go out for dinner
A classic for any date worth its salt. Organizing a memorable dinner is a must. Here are some ideas for a night to remember:
Dinner on rails
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Of course, among the ideas for a romantic date in Milan, dinner on the ATMosfera tram is a must . An intimate dinner on an elegantly furnished old tram that takes you around the illuminated streets of the city. You’ll definitely get off on the right foot! For info, prices, and reservations, click here.
Dinner al fresco
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With the warm weather, why not organize a tête-à-tête dinner in one of Milan’s beautiful gardens? Milan is full of elegant, beautiful restaurants with dreamy outdoor seating areas. All you have to do is choose. (Gentlemen, be gentlemen and bring mosquito repellent, success guaranteed).
Dinner with a view
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Even a small place with a view is not bad for making the atmosphere even more dreamlike. Terraces, rooftops. Just take your pick. It’s impossible to make the wrong choice.
A date with music and art
Ballet of Lights
For a refined and romantic date dedicated to ballet, there is Ballet of Lights, an exciting show in a dream location in Milan. The splendid Leonardo Da Vinci Theater will be illuminated solely by the LED lights on the dancers’ costumes. Between pirouettes and grand jetés, the artists will tell the story of Sleeping Beauty one dance step at a time, transporting the audience into a fairy-tale world for a dreamlike evening.
Click here for tickets!A candlelit concert
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The height of romance, music, candles, and intimacy,Candlelight concerts in Milan are the perfect date night. These musical performances revisit the hits of the great icons of contemporary music in a classical key, from Vasco Rossi to Coldplay. There is no shortage of tributes to the great classical composers such as Vivaldi and more contemporary ones such as Morricone and Einaudi. In short, the repertoire of this series of candlelight concerts is vast and caters to all musical tastes.
Check out the concerts and find your favorite here.
A symphonic concert in the temple of world opera
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Here we want to take a chance. But a date at La Scala is definitely a 10 out of 10, provided your partner is interested. Here, the concerts (but not only) are sublime and the performers are amazing. Countless musicians come together, ready to fill your heart and soul with their intense music. I would take a look at the season, as there is always something interesting going on.
The Jazz Room
How about a trip for you and your sweetheart? The Jazz Room will transport you straight to the heart of New Orleans, while remaining in the Casa Cardinale Ildefonso Schuster. You will enjoy an energetic and exciting performance by a jazz band, which will reinterpret the best hot jazz, blues, and soul songs, alternating them with moments of improvisation. An original program, isn’t it?
All tickets are available here.A rendezvous in the park
Milan may not have many parks, but the ones it does have are noteworthy. Why not take a stroll? It doesn’t have to be in the summer. The park is always charming.
The hill at Parco del Portello
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One idea for a romantic date in Milan is to meet up or go together to the hill in Parco del Portello (where, incidentally, you’ll find the longest bench in the world). As well as being a little secluded, it offers a pleasant view. Who knows, maybe you’ll end up kissing?
Sempione Park and the Mermaid Bridge
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When talking about parks in Milan, we cannot fail to mention the one and only Sempione Park, not the largest in Milan but the most iconic. Beautiful, green, and elegant. And then there is the famous Ponte delle Sirenette (Mermaid Bridge), which has a long history, as well as being the first iron bridge ever built in Italy. But legend has it that a kiss here leads to eternal love. Truth or fantasy? Try it and see!
A stroll through the gardens of Villa Belgiojoso Bonaparte
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Another gem to add to your list of ideas for a romantic date in Milan is a visit to this garden in the Palestro area. It is the park just behind the Galleria d’Arte Moderna. An enchanted, magical place with statues, temples, ponds, and an English garden (20,000 square meters of botanical park). Be aware, however, that there is a restriction. You cannot enter unless accompanied by a child. In fact, the park is for the use of children under 12, and adults can only enter if accompanied. But bending the rules a little won’t hurt anyone, and a stroll here will melt even the most stubborn of hearts.
A dip into art
The immersive exhibition on Claude Monet
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Have you ever wondered what it feels like to live inside a masterpiece? Embark on a breathtaking journey into the unique universe of Claude Monet, the absolute genius of 19th-century Impressionism. Discover his life, his achievements, and his most intimate behind-the-scenes moments thanks to immersive 360° digital projections and a truly unique virtual reality experience. Let yourself be enveloped by his iconic works and feel the brushstrokes come to life around you.
The Museum of the 20th Century
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This place is always worth a visit. Not only for its artistic heritage, but also for its location and the view it offers. Piazza Duomo and its Cathedral. There is a permanent collection here, so you can go whenever you want. Just check out the info and current events here.
Royal Palace
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Another gem is the Royal Palace, where there is always a succession of exhibitions, each more interesting than the last. In addition to the majesty of the place, it is one of the most beautiful in the whole city. There is always something to see here. Take a look here!
The Brera Art Gallery
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The Pinacoteca is another Milanese treasure chest containing wonders envied by the world. Stop in front of Hayez’s Il Bacio (The Kiss) and who knows, you might be inspired! If it’s not one of your ideas for a romantic date in Milan, go there on your own anyway, it’s always worth it. Website here.
There are lots of other museums worth visiting, from the Poldi Pezzoli to the Gallerie d’Italia. In short, if you like the idea of incorporating art into a date, you’re sure to find some beautiful places.
A date in contact with nature
A short distance from Milan, there are some enchanting places where you can find greenery and enjoy the beauty that Mother Nature has to offer.
Agricola delle Meraviglie Steflor and its sunflowers
Photo: Agricola delle Meraviglie by Steflor
This place is located in Vimodrone, a gardening center that grows blueberries and flowers of all kinds, which you can pick yourself and take home. There are lots of flowers, and now is the season for sunflowers, with beautiful ones shining in the field. What better date than to be together in the middle of a field of flowers? And in autumn, the pumpkins arrive! Discover this center that hides wonders.
The largest tulip field in Italy
Photo: Tulipani Italiani / Marco Bossi
When the season arrives, the you-pick tulip fields near the city are well worth a visit. The most famous and largest in Italy is located in Arese. It feels like being in Keukenhof, except that we are not in the Netherlands. There are so many colorful flowers to pick for your own bouquet.
