Milan
A day trip to Milan from Piacenza
Duomo, Navigli, museums and shopping: how to plan a day trip to Milan while staying in Piacenza, with train times and a stress-free itinerary.
Blog
Guides and tips on Piacenza and Milan
Itineraries, transport and practical tips to make the most of your stay.
Food
What to eat in Piacenza: local dishes and where to try them
Pisarei e fasò, tortelli, the three PDO cured meats and the hill wines: a guide to Piacenza's cuisine and the right places to taste it near the centre.
Remote work
Remote working in Piacenza: work well a step from Milan
Fast WiFi, a low cost of living and Milan 33 minutes away: why Piacenza is an ideal base for remote workers. Practical tips and places to focus.
Milan
Milan trade fairs: why stay in Piacenza and reach Rho by train
During Milan's big fairs, hotel prices skyrocket. Staying in Piacenza and reaching Rho Fiera by train is the smart move: here's how to do it.
Itineraries
Piacenza in 48 hours: the perfect weekend itinerary
What to see, where to eat and how to get around Piacenza in a weekend: a tried-and-tested 48-hour itinerary through art, squares and local cuisine.
Transport
From Piacenza to Milan: the complete Frecciarossa guide
How long it takes, how many trains run and how to get around: the practical guide to travelling from Piacenza to Milan by Frecciarossa in 33 minutes.