Milan's metro, trams and buses are extensive and reliable, linking the centre with Linate and Malpensa airports. Trains are far cheaper than taxis.
- Download the ATM Milano app for maps, live times and tickets. For longer stays, a Multi-Day Pass is usually cheaper than single tickets.
- The metro and trams stop around midnight and restart at 5:30. At night, take buses marked "N".
- Avoid rush hours (8:00–9:30 and 17:00–19:00) if you can. Trams are slower but scenic. The centre is walkable; wear shoes suited to cobblestones.
- Direct trains from Milan reach Como and Varenna in about an hour, handy for Lake Como ferries.
Note: Always validate your ticket at the yellow machines before entering the metro or right after boarding a tram or bus, or you risk a heavy fine. Watch for pickpockets at Milano Centrale, Cadorna and around the Duomo.