About Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is a covered passage linking Piazza della Scala and Piazza Duomo. It is a shopping mall which was built during 1865 and 1877 was named after the last king of Italy. The structure was designed by the Architect Giuseppe Mengoni in an eclectic style. It was formed by two arcades shaped like a Latin cross covered by a glass and iron dome. The Galleria is located between two important monuments, the Milan il Duomo and the Teatro alla Scala. The mall is always crowded with locals and tourists who came to explore and enjoy the wide range of brands and restaurants.

Must See

  • Prada Store.
  • Gucci Store.
  • Louis Store.
  • Vuitton Store.
  • Well-decorated restaurants.
  • Café Biffi, founded in 1867.

How to reach

Metro: Duomo, lines 1 and 3. Tram: Santa Margherita, lines 1 and 2.
Both the metro and tram lines fares: €1.50 for a single ticket that allows 90-minute travel. A 24-hour travel ticket costs €4.50, and a 48-hour travel ticket costs €8.25.
You can also take a taxi to reach Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II with a minimum fare starting from €3.30. 

Tips

  • Be careful of pickpockets.            
  • Try to go in the evening to take good photographs as the crowds are bigger.  
  • Find the Seal of Turin, and twist the bull's testicles at the top which is believed to bring great rewards.
  • Don't smoke publicly. 
  • Do not bring alcohol.
  • Sundays are most crowded. 

Visit Time

Sunday: Open 24 hours
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours

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Waiting Time

Nil

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

1 hour

 

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Weather

Overcast Clouds 11.43°C

 

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