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#5

Joined: Jun 2010
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Personally, I think I’d go to Florence over Milan at that time of year. There’s plenty to do and see in Tuscany and setting up in Florence would give you access to wineries, other cities such as Lucca and Pisa. PS. Not everyone in the world celebrates Thanksgiving. Mentioning when it is (November’s 4th Thursday) would be helpful.
#6


Joined: Jan 2003
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One problem with Milan in November (any year) is the number of trade shows/fairs that suck up hotel rooms and drive up rates.
It's very easy to learn a bit about both cities.
https://www.fodors.com/world/europe/italy/florence
https://www.fodors.com/world/europe/italy/milan
FWIW, I think there are more and more interesting day-trip options from Florence than from Milan, especially in late November.
It's very easy to learn a bit about both cities.
https://www.fodors.com/world/europe/italy/florence
https://www.fodors.com/world/europe/italy/milan
FWIW, I think there are more and more interesting day-trip options from Florence than from Milan, especially in late November.
#7

Joined: Aug 2006
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Florence is good for art, history, food and shopping. It is very walkable and there is a lot to do and see. It is also easy to reach other places for day trips e.g. Pisa, Lucca, Siena, Fiesole.
Milan has some interesting sites but is more of a commercial city and as mentioned can be really busy due to business trade shows.
Milan has some interesting sites but is more of a commercial city and as mentioned can be really busy due to business trade shows.





