Milan’s Navigli, or canals, are lined with lively bars that come to life in the early evenings, when milanesi flock here to sip on cocktails and enjoy a few tasty nibbles. Designed to stimulate the appetite before an evening meal, aperitivo has become something of a ritual in Milan, and there’s no better way to get involved than here.
Insider tip: With all the nightlife venues lining the canals, it’s difficult to know where to start. See if you can bag a spot at Backdoor 43, what is allegedly the world’s smallest whisky bar, seating just four.
Nearest metro: Porta Genova
Price: ££