FASHION CITY - Where Milan

Entertainment
“Evolution” Festival. Open Mon-Sun 7am-5pm.
www.idroscalo.info. Via Circonvallazione, Segrate
(MI). T: 02 70200902. Off map
Ippodromo di Milano – For over one century, this
national monument has represented one of the
most prestigious horse racing tracks in the world.
Located just a short distance from the Meazza
Stadium, it holds horse racing meets (from March
to November, Wed, Sat and Fri), harness-racing
(throughout the year, except in August, on Tues,
Thurs and Fri) and night racing (June and July).
www.ippodromimilano.it. Piazzale dello Sport.
T: 02 482161. M1 Lotto. off map
Mediolanum Forum (Assago) – Extending
over a covered area of 40,000 sq.m., on 4 floors,
it includes a multi-functional centre for 25 sports
disciplines: bowling and squash, a permanent ice
rink, 2 swimming pools and a central arena for
basketball, volleyball, cycling, tennis and riding, but
also concerts, performances and television events.
www.forumnet.it. Via G. Di Vittorio, 6 - Assago (MI).
T: 199128800. Shuttle bus from M2 Famagosta.
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Palasharp – Since 1986, this multi-functional tensile
structure, boasting a seating capacity of 9,000,
has hosted several of the city’s most important
events ranging from Frank Sinatra’s concert to a
symposium with the Dalai Lama. Currently the
seat of sports events, musicals, circus and ice
performances, congresses, competitions and
conventions. www.palasharp.it. Via A. Sant’Elia, 33.
T: 02 33400551. M1 Lampugnano. off map
Stadio del Ghiaccio Agorà – This is the largest
complex in Milan for ice sports ranging from
ice hockey to skating. Home to national and
international events, it organizes skating courses,
athletic preparation and classic/modern ballet and
dance courses. Open to the public Fri 10.30am-
0.30pm; Sat 3pm-6pm/9.30pm-0.30pm; Sun
10am-noon/3pm-6pm (closed in July and August).
www.stadioghiaccio.it. Via dei Ciclamini, 23. T: 02
48300946. M1 Primaticcio, M1 Inganni. off map
Velodromo Maspes Vigorelli – Inaugurated in
1935, this is one of the most famous velodromes
in the world. Following important restructuring
works, it was transformed into a multi-functional
complex boasting a indoor seating capacity of
7,500. It hosts cycling competitions, American
football games and events such as concerts,
fashion shows and various performances. www.
vigorelli.org. Via Arona, 19. T: 02 33104970. MAP B2
Wellness
ACCADEMIA DEL BELL’ESSERE PAOLO GUATELLI
– Over 1000 sq.m. of wellbeing, a holistic centre
for the rejuvenation of body and mind. Bell’Essere
is a city spa and image studio created by the
international make-up designer Paolo Guatelli,
offering beauty treatments and make-up sessions.
Open Mon-Sat 10am-9pm. Sun by appointment
only. www.accademiadelbellessere.it.
Via Mecenate, 76/24. T: 02 5098701. off map
Aquae Calidae – Right in the heart of town, a
day spa that conjures up the Roman baths in a
modern-day key. The perfect place to take a break,
it offers a variety of treatments for the mind, body
and soul, including marine scrubs and massages
using ancient Roman techniques such as the
“X-bioage cationic resin mask”. Open Sat-Sun 11am-
8pm. www.aquaecalidae.it. Via Santa Sofia, 14.
T: 02 58430269. M3 Crocetta. Map F6
Atomic Spa Suisse – Futuristic cosmetic treatments,
using chromatic light and ultrasound, and
exclusive products whose ingredients include
champagne, rose petals and pure gold. A part of
the fabulous Boscolo Exedra Hotel in Milan, it has
been described as “a work capable of touching the
emotions”. It has treatment cabins, sauna, Turkish
bath, large swimming pool with hydro massage
jets and a relaxation area. Open daily from 10am to
8pm. www.spasuisse.com. Corso G. Matteotti, 4/6.
T: 02 22229702. M1 San Babila. Map G4
Beunique – This first BeUnique centre, opened in
June, 2010, is a ultra-new concept and the perfect
spot for those in search of technology at the
service of wellbeing. BeUnique prides itself on the
ongoing search for cutting-edge methodologies
in face and body treatments. By appointment only.
Open: Mon-Sat 9am-8pm. www.beuniquemilano.
it. Via M. Gonzaga, 5. T: 02 39663676. M3 Missori.
Map f5
Bulgari Resort – Set within a large park, in
the heart of Brera, between La Scala and via
Montenapoleone, it is located within the
eponymous hotel. In keeping with contemporary
wellness rituals, it offers a sumptuous, elegant
setting featuring a Turkish bath, swimming pool
and relaxation area. A full range of treatments
always on offer. You can prolong this heady
experience by finishing the day with an aperitivo in
the garden. www.bulgarihotels.com.
Via Privata Fratelli Gabba 7/b. T: 02 8058051.
M3 Montenapoleone. Map GF
Culti – Luxury is moulded to suit individual needs
in this highly sophisticated spa based on a
winning idea by Alessandro Agrati. It offers a vast
range of revolutionary therapies ranging from
a mani-pedi suite to vasodilatory treatments on
water-heated stone beds. An absolute “must”
is the Relax lounge where, amidst plants and
tealights, customers can sip herbal infusions. It
also offers numerous treatments for men and
sells the famous body and home perfumes
carrying the Culti trademark. Open Tues-Fri 9am-
9pm; Sat-Sun 10am-8pm. www.cultidayspa.it. Via
A. Mauri, 5. T: 02 48517588. M1 Pagano. Map B5
Downtown Palestre – This club, patronized by
celebrities and models, boasts a contemporary,
dynamic atmosphere. A fully equipped gym,
water space and fabulous comfort area: Turkish
bath, Scottish shower, aromarium and spa. All
types of treatments are available. Day passes
can also be booked on the website. www.
downtownpalestre.it. Open Mon-Fri 7ammidnight;
Sat-Sun 10am-2am. Two locations:
Piazza Cavour, 2. T: 02 76317233. Map G3. M3
Turati, M3 Montenapoleone; Via Gonzaga, 2. T: 02
86311840. M1-M3 Duomo; M3 Missori. Map F5
GetFIT City Club – An oasis of tranquillity just a
stone’s throw from the Duomo (but it also has
other locations), offering exclusive services and a
sophisticated ambiance. A day pass will give you
access to the crystal-clear swimming pool, the
gym equipped with all the latest cutting-edge
SPOTLIGHT
The Temple
of Football
Named after the famous
Milanese footballer Giuseppe
Meazza, the Giuseppe
Meazza Stadium (San Siro) is
the largest stadium in Italy and
the third in Europe. All seats
are covered in this three-tiered structure which has a capacity
of 80,074 and is the home stadium of two of the three most
successful Italian Football League clubs: A.C. Milan and F.C.
Internazionale (Inter). It also has a gift shop and a museum
displaying all kinds of historic items from both Milan’s and
Inter’s past: old jerseys, photos, boots, tickets and a fabulous
trophy case. However, even better than the museum is the
guided stadium tour which gives you a chance to sit in VIP
seats and visit each of the home teams’ locker rooms.
In summer it also hosts important concerts. www.sansiro.net.
Via dei Piccolomini, 5. T: 02 48713713. M1 Lotto.
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