米兰的一天 – A Day in Milan

2026年5月23日，星期六， 2026北部意大利之旅第二天

Saturday, May 23, 2026 — Day 2 of Our Northern Italy Trip

今天是我们在米兰的唯一一天。米兰作为意大利北部的交通和商业中心，经常被当作“中转城市”，但我们觉得它也许被低估了。至少昨晚在运河区看着人群流动的那一刻，就已经感受到这座城市独特的气息，热闹、松弛，又带着一点旧欧洲的浪漫，是我俩喜欢的那种感觉。今天的主要行程是米兰大教堂。我们提前在家里买好了九点的门票，26欧元包含电梯的组合票。从民宿出发，坐地铁大约25分钟就到了大教堂。

Today was our only full day in Milan. As the transportation and business hub of northern Italy, Milan is often treated as just a “transit city,” but we felt it might be underrated. At least from the moment we watched the crowds flowing through the canal district last night, we could already sense the city’s unique atmosphere – lively, relaxed, and carrying a touch of old European romance, exactly the kind of feeling we both enjoy.

Our main plan for today was the Milan Duomo. Before leaving home, we had purchased 9:00 AM tickets online. The €26 combined ticket included elevator access. From our Airbnb, it took about 25 minutes by metro to reach the cathedral.

米兰的地铁 -Milan’s metro system.

米兰大教堂始建于1386年，当时的米兰公爵希望建一座能代表城市荣耀和财富的大教堂。建造过程中用了很多来自意大利北部山区的白色大理石，也有来自法国、德国等地的建筑师参与设计，所以整体融合了很多哥特式风格。最特别的是，这座教堂前后修建了接近五百年才完成。

Construction of Milan’s Duomo began in 1386, when the Duke of Milan wanted to build a cathedral that would represent the city’s glory and wealth. Large amounts of white marble from the mountains of northern Italy were used during construction, and architects from France, Germany, and other regions also participated in the design, giving the cathedral a strong Gothic character. Most remarkable of all, the cathedral took nearly five hundred years to complete.

我们买的票可以直接坐电梯上屋顶，不用爬两百五十多级台阶。虽然不到九点，入口处已经排起了队。

The tickets we bought allowed us to take the elevator directly to the rooftop without having to climb more than 250 steps. Even though it was not yet 9 AM, there was already a line at the entrance.

教堂外观最明显的特点就是尖塔，一共有135座左右，也是赋予教堂哥特式风格的最重要的一部分。坐电梯上到屋顶之后，可以近距离看到那些尖塔。每一座尖塔上几乎都有雕像，有圣徒、天使，也有圣经故事中的人物。这些雕像不仅是装饰，也让整座建筑看起来像是一直在被守护。

The most striking feature of the cathedral’s exterior is its spires — there are around 135 of them — which are also one of the most important elements giving the cathedral its Gothic style. After taking the elevator to the rooftop, we were able to see the spires up close. Nearly every one is topped with statues of saints, angels, or figures from biblical stories. These sculptures are not just decorative; they also make the entire building feel as if it is constantly being watched over and protected.

整座米兰大教堂大约有三千多尊雕像，是世界上雕像数量最多的教堂之一。从外墙到屋顶再到内部，到处都能看到不同的人物和细节，包括宗教人物、历史形象，还有一些石像鬼装饰。

The Duomo contains more than 3,000 statues, making it one of the most heavily decorated churches in the world. From the exterior walls to the rooftop and interior, figures and intricate details can be seen everywhere, including religious figures, historical characters, and even gargoyle decorations.

站在教堂的屋顶，俯瞰米兰，在那些跨越数百年历史的石雕之间行走，每一步都伴随着一种强烈的不真实感。那些原本在地面上遥不可及的圣人与怪兽雕像，此刻就在呼吸之间。在这一刻，现代城市的车水马龙仿佛被按下了静音键，我们如同一个时间旅人，短暂却真实地步入了一个由大理石和信仰筑成的中世纪梦境。

Standing on the rooftop of the cathedral and looking out over Milan, walking among stone carvings that have survived for centuries, every step came with a powerful sense of unreality. The statues of saints and mythical creatures that had seemed impossibly distant from the ground were now only a breath away. In that moment, the noise and movement of the modern city felt muted, and we became like travelers in time, briefly yet truly stepping into a medieval dream built from marble and faith.

在屋顶参观完，就进入了教堂内部，因为我穿了无袖的上衣不能进入教堂，无奈在自动贩卖机里花了三欧元买了一个简易的的披肩，似乎是用粘纸做的，教堂每年应该获得不少的收入卖这个。米兰大教堂的内部相比外观的华丽复杂，要显得克制和简洁一些，和我们在其他欧洲城市看到的很多的教堂风格很接近。整体是典型的哥特式结构，高高的拱顶和石柱向上延伸，空间显得非常开阔。阳光透过彩色玻璃窗洒进来，在石墙和地面上形成柔和的光影，让整个空间多了一种安静、庄重的氛围。

After finishing our visit on the rooftop, we entered the interior of the cathedral. Because I was wearing a sleeveless top, I was not allowed inside, so reluctantly I spent three euros at a vending machine to buy a simple shawl that seemed to be made of some kind of adhesive paper material. The cathedral probably earns quite a bit of money each year selling them.

Compared with the cathedral’s elaborate and ornate exterior, the interior feels more restrained and simple, similar to many churches we have seen in other European cities. The overall structure is classic Gothic style, with soaring vaulted ceilings and massive stone columns stretching upward, making the space feel vast and open. Sunlight filtered through the stained glass windows, casting soft patterns of light across the stone walls and floor, giving the entire space a quiet and solemn atmosphere.

教堂转角便是埃马努埃莱二世长廊，里面简直人山人海，热闹得不行。这个19世纪的老建筑真的很有空间感，两条由玻璃和铁架筑成的拱顶走廊在八角形中央大厅交汇，阳光透过高高的玻璃圆顶洒下来，把整条街照得通透又高级。满街都是奢侈品旗舰店，还有飘着咖啡香的精致餐厅。米兰复古与时髦被淹没在了熙熙攘攘的人群里。

Just around the corner from the cathedral is the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and it was absolutely packed with people. This 19th-century building has an incredible sense of space. Two grand glass-and-iron vaulted passageways intersect beneath a central octagonal hall, while sunlight pours through the enormous glass dome above, filling the entire arcade with a bright and elegant glow. Luxury flagship stores line the walkways, alongside refined cafés and restaurants carrying the aroma of fresh coffee. Milan’s blend of vintage charm and modern fashion seemed almost swallowed by the endless crowds.

走出拱廊街，烈日穿过斯福尔扎城堡与森皮奥内公园，直到和平之门赫然立于眼前。不得这几天的米兰开启了暴晒模式，在滚滚热浪里逛了一会儿，整个人几乎要被融化。在附近的中国城的一家小店里办了张当地的TIM卡，25欧包200G流量。办完卡折返回和平之门旁，随意寻了个阴凉处吃过简单的午餐。随后跳上一辆复古的有轨电车，在下午两点多的滚滚热浪中晃晃悠悠地回到了民宿。

Leaving the arcade, we walked beneath the blazing sun past Sforza Castle and through Parco Sempione until the Arco della Pace suddenly appeared before us. Milan had entered full heatwave mode these past few days. After wandering around for a while in the rolling waves of heat, we felt almost melted by the sun.

In a small shop in the nearby Chinatown district, we bought a local TIM Sim card – 25 euros for 200GB of data. Afterward, we walked back near the Arch of Peace, found a shady spot, and had a simple lunch. Then we hopped onto one of Milan’s vintage trams and slowly rattled our way back to the Airbnb through the sweltering 2 PM heat.

在民宿补了个下午觉，到底还是没能抵抗住倒时差的生理沉重。五点多，硬拖着极不情愿的身子下了楼。可当两杯冰镇啤酒在下肚，那股沁凉瞬间激醒了昏沉的脑袋。此时，夕阳铺满整条大运河，波光粼粼。耳边飘着酒馆律动感十足的电子乐，咚哒咚哒地撞击着耳膜，欣赏着眼前流淌的人群，假期的感觉太好了。

Back at the Airbnb, we ended up taking an afternoon nap — in the end, we still could not fully resist the heavy pull of jet lag. Around five o’clock, we dragged our extremely unwilling bodies downstairs. But once two ice-cold beers went down, the chill instantly jolted our foggy minds awake.

By then, the evening sun was spreading across the entire canal, the water shimmering with reflected light. Energetic electronic music drifted out from the bars, its steady beat thumping in our ears, while we sat watching the endless flow of people passing by. The feeling of being on vacation was simply wonderful.

晚饭找到了一个完美的运河边的位子，没想到这家餐厅的摆盘很有米其林风格，大大的盘子，精巧到不行的分量。不过味道倒是真的不错，每一道菜都很别致。就这样，米兰的一天结束了。明天，我们将坐上火车，前往科莫湖。

For dinner, we found a perfect spot right by the canal. To our surprise, the restaurant’s presentation had a very Michelin-style feel – huge plates with portions so delicately arranged they almost looked too refined to eat. But the food was genuinely excellent, and every dish felt unique and thoughtfully prepared.

And just like that, our day in Milan came to an end. Tomorrow, we will board a train and head to Lake Como.