The Best Outdoor Bars

Nothing feels more European than a warm summers evening with a spritz in one hand and an aperitif balanced on a busy table. 

Most students will head straight for the Naviglio; an okay start, but with my help you will be able to impress your friends with something a bit special (and likely a bit cheaper - we’re looking at you Spritz Bar)!

Unique, quirky; unapologetically Milanese - look no further than Tranvai on Via Tirano.

#1. Tranvai

Take an old Milan icon from the 1920’s, turn it into a cocktail bar and you have the perfect Aperitivo spot. The real question; why did no one think of this before?

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Score: 9.5/ Location: Via Tirano c/o Naviglio della Martesana Angolo

#2. Al Cortile

A beautiful garden with quality drinks and with an even better restaurant!

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Score: 9.3 / Location: Via Giovenale, 7, 20136 Milano MI

#3. Frida Isola

Only known to locals, this is where the cool kids hang— so you will definitely find an opportunity to practice your Italian skills.

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Score: 9.2 / Location: Via Antonio Pollaiuolo, 3, 20159 Milano MI

#4. Deus Cafe

Let me paint the picture: motorcycles & leather jackets — a little rock cafe never hurt nobody.

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Score: 9.1 / Location: Via Genova Thaon di Revel, 3, 20159 Milano MI

#5. GUD CITY LIFE

The ideal outdoor space, located in the centre of City Life’s biggest park. The world is yours!

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Score: 9 / Location: Via Demetrio Stratos, 5, 20145 Milano MI