Wealthy, modern, and densely populated, Lombardy has always been the most highly developed region of Italy. It was during the so-called "Economic miracle" of the 60's, and the great changes that this brought about, that Lombardy secured its dominating role in the economic growth of the country. So that it soon became Italy's key player in Europe and world commerce and economics.
And yet this, one of the peninsula's few land-locked regions, is also rich in sites of great geographical and historical interest. Lombardy has been one of the most important thoroughfares across Europe since the fall of the Roman empire, it also possesses many of Italy's most astonishing and, perhaps, least expected areas of natural beauty and artistic significance.
From its capital, Milan - home of designer fashion and the Scala opera house, to the elegant cities of Brescia, Bergamo, and Cremona; from its lakes to the rivers which run through its valleys, to its majestic and silent snow-topped mountains. A visit to one or two of the sites will provide the traveller with a mere introduction to the host of treasures on offer.
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Carlton Hotel Baglioni Milano (Milano)
The Carlton Hotel Baglioni is a luxurious hotel in the centre of Milan, in most fascinating discrict of the city. The...
Four Seasons Hotel Milano Milano (Milano)
A heartbeat from Via Montenapoleone, steps from La Scala, a XV century, cloistered convent, with frescoes and...
Grand Hotel A Villa Feltrinelli Gargnano (Brescia)
Villa Feltrinelli is a historic country property on the western shore of Lake Garda, in northern Italy, offering the...
Grand Hotel et De Milan Milano (Milano)
The Grand Hotel et de Milan first opened its doors to guests in 1863, under the name of Albergo di Milano, and was...
Principe Di Savoia Milano (Milano)
The Milan's Hotel Principe di Savoia is one of Europe's most highly regarded hotels. Guests appreciate the elegance,...
Villa D'Este Cernobbio (Como)
The main house built in 1568 and known as the Cardinal's building counts rooms while the trompe l'oeil masterpiece...
5 stars
Excelsior Hotel Gallia - Le Meridien Milano (Milano)
The Excelsior Hotel Gallia Le Méridien is situated in the center of Milan, overlooking the city's Piazza Duca...
L'Albereta Erbusco (Brescia)
Hotel L'Albereta is a villa-hotel on a hill, between the Alps and Lake Iseo, where great wines, golf and a feeling of...
Palazzo Arzaga Carzago di Calvagese della Riviera (Brescia)
The five star Palazzo Arzaga Hotel SPA & Golf Resort is the last word in elegance comfort and sports located 30...
The Bulgari Hotel Milano (Milano)
The Bulgari hotel is situated in the center of Milan in the fashionable Brera district, within easy reach of the...
The Gray Hotel Milano (Milano)
The Gray Hotel is situated right in the center of Milan, close to the Duomo, the Scala Opera House, and the glass...
4 stars
Albergo Terminus Como (Como)
The Terminus Hotel enjoys a fabulous position on the shores of Lake Como, just a short stroll away from the city of...
De La Ville Milano (Milano)
The Hotel De La Ville, situated right in the heart of Milan and within easy walking distance of the Cathedral, the...
Doria Grand Hotel Milano (Milano)
Doria Grand Hotel is a superior first class hotel operating within a recently constructed building with great...
Enterprise Hotel Milano (Milano)
A fine example of innovative architectural design in modern Milan, the city's stylish Enterprise hotel is part of a...
Grand Visconti Palace Milano (Milano)
The Grand Visconti Palace, 172 rooms five-storey building is one of the latest exclusive hotels in Milan. The Grand...
Hotel De La Ville & La Villa Monza (Milano)
A great small luxury hotel near Milan and its airports with an enviable location. Facing the former summer residence...
Hotel Excelsior Magenta Magenta (Milano)
The Excelsior Magenta Hotel's smile and friendliness create this atmosphere and give a piece of "home"...
Hotel Galles Milano (Milano)
Hotel Galles is a supremely elegant and functional hotel situated in the heart of Milan. The hotel offers the perfect...
Hotel Olivi Sirmione (Brescia)
Hotel Olivi is a hotel where comfort and tranquillity naturally combine with the beauty of Lake Garda and the history...
Hotel Porro Pirelli Induno Olona (Varese)
The Boscolo Porro Pirelli Hotel enjoys a fabulous position; in the countryside close to the city of Varese and just a...
Il Sole di Ranco Ranco (Varese)
The Hotel Sole di Ranco celebrated its 150th anniversary in the year 2000. Managed, as always, by the Brovelli...
Relais Regina Teodolinda Laglio (Como)
Guests who arrive at the Relais Regina Teodolinda overlooking the Como Lake, are welcomed by a wide walkway...
Relaisfranciacorta Colombaro di Corte Franca (Brescia)
Situated in Colombaro di Cortefranca, surrounded by the green nature of a private 60.000 square metres park, not far...
Historical Residences
Petit Palais Milano (Milano)
In the center of old Milan and overlooking the historic Naviglio canal, waterway which once occupied a vital role as...
Villa Castellani Sermide (Mantova)
Villa Castellani is a luxurious villa situated on the banks of the river Po in the heart of the Padana plain. The...
Countryside Residences
Hotel Colonne Sacro Monte di Varese (Varese)
Hotel Colonne is located within the marvellous Natural Park of Campo dei Fiori, in Sacro Monte di Varese, a town rich...
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Suggested itineraries
Lake Como and its villas
Lake Como offers a spectacular, dynamic landscape, and what seems to be an unending chain of opulent villas. Set off on the ancient "Strada Regina" road to explore the lake, making...
Milan, shopping and art
The hub of the old city of Milan is the cathedral, the third biggest in the world, which dominates and dwarfs everything around it. The exterior, described by D.H. Lawrence as "an elaborate...
