Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Shopping is an obvious activity when you go on a city break or weekend break in Milan. The main shopping street, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, is full of expensive boutiques and is a great place to browse and window shop. The arcade houses all the big brands, from Prada to Gucci, and is particularly remembered for terminating McDonald's lease when the burger chain didn't fit in with the surroundings. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II was completed in 1865, and numerous shopping arcades around the world have tried to emulate its magnificent architecture. It's also where Milanese meet to be seen and perhaps flirt a little, and the many restaurants and great bars are always a good place to meet and experience hectic Milan up close.