Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is a shopping arcade in the heart of Milan and one of the most iconic and recognisable landmarks of the city. It was designed by Giuseppe Mengoni in 1861 and built between 1865 and 1877. The galleria connects two important squares of the city, Piazza del Duomo and Piazza della Scala. The glass dome of the galleria is breathtaking!

The Galleria houses some of the most renowned luxury brands like Prada, Dior, Armani. There is also one of the oldest bookshops in the city, Libreria Bocca, and a delicious pastry shop called Marchesi. Head to Marchesi for the view from a higher point of the galleria and make sure to have a coffee and cornetto (or brioche as Milanese people say).

In the Galleria, make sure to search for a bull on the floor, it represents the city of Turin. It will be likely surrounded by people. Here you have to make 3 spins on your heel and it should bring you luck :)