Day/Weekend trips from Milan?
 

<BR> <BR>I'll be in Milan, Italy at the end of May and I'd like to take either a day or a weekend trip while I'm there. <BR> <BR>I've been given some suggestions, but I'm not sure where would be best to go. <BR> <BR>Any ideas? <BR> <BR>Thanks, <BR> <BR>Greg

Some gorgeous town on the lakes, or a bit farther afield (3 hours by train) is glorious Venice.

Greg <BR>The Lake Como area is about 57km. ouside of Milan. Try web site at www.lakecomo.com.

Hi Greg! <BR> <BR>I have not ben there yet, but I am planning a September trip to Italy. One thing which looks really appealing, is the Lakes. I understand it is less than an hours train ride, and a quite lovely place to unwind. Since I am hoping to fly in/out of Milan, you can bet I'll be there on one end or the other of my trip. <BR> <BR>Let me know what you think! I'd love to hear feedback from you (or anyone). pictures, too. My email is above, and I promise to share stories of my impending trip to Ireland with you (biking the west coast). I have a digicam so even pics will be forthcoming. <BR> <BR>thanks, <BR> <BR>Beth

Bergamo makes a lovely day trip. The Como area is a 30 min. away by train. We're going there in May, so I can't tell you how beautiful it is but everyone RAVES about it. There are also some designer outlets near Milan, you can read about them in Born To Shop/Italy.

<BR> <BR> <BR>Many thanks to everyone who responded. <BR> <BR>Based on your suggestions and some other sources, I'm now planning on doing a day trip to Lake Como, and a weekend trip to Venice. Combined with my time in Milan, this should be a great vacation. <BR> <BR>After my trip I'll follow up with pictures, observations, and suggestions in case anyone is interested. <BR> <BR>Thanks again! <BR> <BR>Greg G.