Brera District

Brera is a neighborhood in Milan, Italy. It is situated in Zone 1 and is centered on Via Brera. The word is taken from the Medieval Italian "braida" or "brera," which is derived from the Old Lombardic "brayda", which means a land expanse that has been stripped of trees or is naturally devoid of them. The Brera District is Milan's artistic hub, filled with unique stores, fashionable coffee shops, and cool pubs. Artists, musicians, and other bohemians can be seen strolling the streets looking for antiques, enjoying coffee, or visiting an art museum. In comparison to Milan's iconic towers and high-rises, the Brera is a breath of fresh air.

You'll feel like you've discovered a local, real part of Milan as you traverse the cobblestone streets admiring the lovely, ivy-lined buildings. The Brera, one of Milan's nicest areas, is home to a range of events both day and night. Aside from the great restaurants, pubs, and cafés, the streets are lined with both independent and well-known clothes and design stores. Also nearby are the Brera Academy of Fine Arts and the Brera Art Gallery, two renowned landmarks in the neighborhood. If you need some peace and quiet, visit the Giardino Botanico, a delightful botanical park with an astronomical observatory.

Location: Via Palermo 1, 20121 Milan, Lombardia (MI)