The 1st European Congress on Education and Training in Public Health will be held onsite at host school Polytechnic of Milan, WHO Collaborating Center for Design & Health, Department of Architecture, Built Environment, and Construction (DABC).

Polytechnic (Politecnico) of Milan Venue address:
Piazza Leonardo da Vinci
Milan, Italy
Metro station: PIOLA (line 2)

Contact for Congress information: milan2026@aspher.org

HOW TO REACH POLITECNICO

From FS Milano Centrale to Politecnico

Metro M2 green line to Cologno or Gessate
DEPARTURE: Centrale FS | STOP: Piola
Travel time: 7-10 min.

From Milano Linate Airport to Politecnico

METRO
Metro M4 blue line to San Cristoforo
DEPARTURE: Linate | STOP: S. Ambrogio
Travel time: 20 min.
CONNECTION
Metro M2 green line to Cologno or Gessate
DEPARTURE: S. Ambrogio | STOP: Piola
Travel time: 20 min.
NB: Connection at S. Ambrogio station is provided by means of an underground walkway.

BUS + METRO
Linate Shuttle to FS Milano Centrale
DEPARTURE: Linate | STOP: Milano Centrale
Travel time: about 30 min. | Departures every 30-60 min.
BOOKING: https://www.linateshuttle.it/en
CONNECTION
Metro M2 green line to Cologno or Gessate
DEPARTURE: Centrale FS | STOP: Piola
Travel time: 7-10 min.

From Milano Malpensa Airport to Politecnico

TRAIN + METRO
Malpensa Express Train to FS Milano Centrale
DEPARTURE: Malpensa T1 or T2 | STOP: Milano Centrale
Travel time: about 1 h| Departures every 30-60 min.
BOOKING: https://www.malpensaexpress.it/en/
CONNECTION
Metro M2 green line to Cologno or Gessate
DEPARTURE: Centrale FS | STOP: Piola
Travel time: 7-10 min.

BUS + METRO
Maplensa Shuttle to FS Milano Centrale
DEPARTURE: Malpensa T1 or T2 | STOP: Milano Centrale
Travel time: about 1 h | Departures every 20 - 30 min.
BOOKING: https://www.malpensashuttle.it/en
CONNECTION
Metro M2 green line to Cologno or Gessate
DEPARTURE: Centrale FS | STOP: Piola
Travel time: 7-10 min.

TRANSPORT & TICKETS

ATM WEBSITE: https://www.atm.it/en/Pages/default.aspx

Contactless Payment (Recommended): You can pay for your journey by simply tapping your credit card, debit card, or smartphone (Apple Pay/Google Pay) at the dedicated turnstiles when entering and exiting the stations. The system automatically applies the correct fare (€2.20 for the urban area).

Important for Groups: Each passenger must use their own individual contactless card or device. The system does not allow multiple travellers to use the same payment method for the same journey.

Paper Tickets: Standard tickets are available at automated vending machines in every station. A single ticket costs €2.20 and is valid for 90 minutes across the entire urban network (including Piola, Centrale, and Duomo).

Multi-day Passes: If you plan to use public transport frequently, you may consider a 24-hour ticket (€7.60) or a 3 days ticket (€15.50). These passes offer unlimited travel on all metros, trams, and buses within the urban area and are often the most cost-effective solution for a 4-day stay. They can be purchased at any station's vending machine or via the ATM Milano app.

Validation: Please remember to tap your card or scan your ticket both at the start and at the end of your journey to ensure the turnstiles open and to avoid fines.

LINK TO DOWNLOAD THE ATM MILANO APP:
https://www.atm.it/en/ViaggiaConNoi/pagamenti_servizi_digitali/Pages/ATMMobile.aspx

NEARBY HOTELS

2 stars

Hotel Carlo Goldoni | Via Carlo Goldoni, 84, 20129 - Milano MI
1,3 km - 18 min. walking
WEBSITE: https://www.hotelcarlogoldonimilano.it/en/index.php
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-tfy7St

3 stars

21 House of Stories Città Studi | Via Enrico Nöe, 24, 20133 Milano MI
650 m - 9 min. walking
WEBSITE: https://21houseofstories.com/en/milano-citta-studi/
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-OKpoAI

Oasi Village Hotel | Viale Lombardia, 20, 20131 - Milano MI
700 m - 9 min. walking
WEBSITE: https://www.oasivillagehotel.it/en/home
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-8WCxp58

Hotel Città Studi | Via Cesare Saldini, 24, 20133 Milano MI
750 m - 11 min. walking
WEBSITE: https://www.hotelcittastudi.it/index-en.html#!/Hotel_Cittastudi
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-8kq4RSd

Hotel Florence | Piazza Aspromonte, 22, 20131 - Milano MI
1 km - 13 min. walking
WEBSITE: https://www.hotelflorence.it/en
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-YTCJaWV

Hotel Mayorca | Via Privata Andrea Pellizzone, 12, 20133 - Milano MI
1,1 km - 15 min. walking
WEBSITE: https://www.hotelmayorca.it/eng/home.htm
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-VMxrFfe

Hotel Gamma | Via Carlo Valvassori Peroni, 85, 20133 - Milano MI
1,2 km - 17 min. walking
WEBSITE: https://www.hotelgammamilano.it/
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-uSX9uD

Hotel Ideale | Viale dei Mille, 60, 20129 - Milano MI
1,3 km - 18 min. walking
WEBSITE: https://www.hotelidealemilano.it/en/
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-D7BCFG

HD Hotel Milano - Corso Buenos Aires | Via Niccolò Paganini, 7, 20131 - Milano
1,4 km - 19 min. walking
WEBSITE: https://www.hdhotel.it/en/index.php
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-S2qf3AP

Hotel Susa | Viale Argonne, 14, 20133 - Milano MI
1,4 km - 19 min. walking
WEBSITE: https://www.hotelsusamilano.com/it/home-page/
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-NemREA

4 stars WALKING DISTANCE

Boutique Hotel Dieci | Largo Rio de Janeiro, 12, 20133 - Milano MI
600 m - 8 min. walking
WEBSITE: https://www.hoteldieci.it/
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-jyY8Dff

4 stars NEAR M2 STOPS

Palazzo Loreto Hotel Milano | Viale Monza, 7, 20125 Milano MI
M2 LORETO 60 m - 1 min. walking | 6 min. metro ride from LORETO to PIOLA
WEBSITE: https://palazzoloretohotelmilano.it/en/
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-6DQGE7s

Doria Grand Hotel | V.le Andrea Doria, 22, 20124 - Milano MI
M2 CAIAZZO 260 m - 4 min. walking | 7 min. metro ride from CAIAZZO to PIOLA
WEBSITE: https://www.doriagrandhotel.it/
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-zGwATuQ

Starhotels Anderson | Piazza Luigi di Savoia, 20, 20124 Milano MI
M2 CAIAZZO 180 m - 2 min. walking | 7 min. metro ride from CAIAZZO to PIOLA
WEBSITE: https://www.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/anderson-milan
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-sNQ5Fq5

NB: As the M2 metro line serves Milano Centrale station directly, all hotels located near the Centrale FS stop are highly recommended for attendees. This connection provides easy access to the conference venue at the Politecnico, with the journey taking approximately 7 to 10 minutes.

APARTHOTELS and B&B

BB Hotels Aparthotel Città Studi | Via Giovanni Pascoli, 55, 20133 - Milano MI
250 m - 3 min. walking
WEBSITE: https://bbhotels.it/aparthotel-citta-studi/?lang=en
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-9r46wSo

Conti Guest House | Via Gian Battista Tiepolo, 38, 20129 - Milano MI
1 km - 14 min. walking
WEBSITE: https://www.contiguesthouse.it/en/
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-b5hVGrg

Aurum ApartHotels Città Studi | Via Giovanni Amadeo, 53, 20134 - Milano MI
1,6 km - 21 min. walking
WEBSITE: https://www.aurumaparthotels.com/en/residence-citta-studi
BOOKING: https://www.booking.com/Share-vM7wSB9

THINGS TO DO IN MILAN

VISIT THE CITY CENTRE

The conference venue is located near the Piola station on the M2 (Green Line). To reach the city center from the Politecnico, you may take the M2 line (direction Assago/Abbiategrasso) and transfer at Loreto station to the M1 (Red Line) toward Rho Fiera/Bisceglie. From there, exit at Duomo to visit the Milan Cathedral, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, and La Scala Theatre, or continue to Cairoli for the Sforza Castle and Conciliazione for The Last Supper. The Brera Picture Gallery and the Botanical Garden are within short walking distance of both the Duomo and Cairoli stations.

Alternatively, by staying on the M2 (Green Line), you can reach the Sant’Ambrogio station to visit the historic Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio and the Leonardo da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology.

Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano)
A masterpiece of Gothic architecture and the symbolic heart of the city. It is one of the largest churches in the world, renowned for its intricate spires and stunning white marble façade.

The Crypt of San Sepolcro
A hidden gem just steps away from the Duomo, offering a brief but profound journey into the city's ancient past. This underground wonder is the true "umbilicus" (center) of ancient Milan. Built on the site of the Roman Forum, its floor is paved with white marble stones from the 4th century.

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Often called "Milan’s drawing room," this elegant 19th-century glass-vaulted arcade connects Piazza del Duomo to La Scala and houses luxury boutiques and historic cafés.

La Scala Theatre (Teatro alla Scala)
One of the most prestigious opera houses globally. Since its inauguration in 1778, it has hosted the world’s greatest composers and performers.

Brera Picture Gallery (Pinacoteca di Brera)
One of Italy’s most significant art museums, hosting an extraordinary collection of Italian masterpieces from the 13th to the 20th century. Online reservation is highly recommended to guarantee entry. Tickets can be purchased at: https://pinacotecabrera.org/en/

Brera Botanical Garden
Located directly behind the Brera Picture Gallery (Pinacoteca), this historic 18th-century garden is a hidden gem in the heart of the city. Admission to the Brera Botanical Garden is free of charge and no reservation is required.

Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco)
A majestic Renaissance fortress that once served as the seat of the Duchy of Milan. Today, it houses several important museums and art collections.

The Last Supper (Cenacolo Vinciano)
Leonardo da Vinci’s world-renowned mural, located in the refectory of Santa Maria delle Grazie. It is a pinnacle of Renaissance art. Booking is mandatory and must be done well in advance (often months) via the official website: https://cenacolovinciano.org/en/. Please note that tickets for The Last Supper are extremely limited and tend to sell out months in advance; we strongly recommend checking availability as soon as possible.

Sant'Ambrogio Basilica
A masterpiece of Romanesque architecture and one of the oldest churches in Milan (founded in 379 AD). It is dedicated to the city's patron saint, St. Ambrose. Conveniently located at the Sant'Ambrogio station on the M2 line.

National Museum of Science and Technology Leonardo da Vinci
Located in a 16th-century monastery, this museum houses an extensive collection of historical medical instruments and scientific artifacts. Of particular interest to medical professionals are the life-size models based on Leonardo da Vinci’s anatomical studies, showcasing the Renaissance intersection of art, biology, and early medical science

SHOPPING & SOUVENIRS

From the Politecnico, you can reach the city's premier shopping destinations by taking the M2 (Green Line) to Loreto, where you can explore Corso Buenos Aires, or by transferring to the M1 (Red Line) to reach San Babila for the Fashion Quadrilateral and Duomo for the La Rinascente department store.

Corso Buenos Aires
One of Europe’s longest shopping streets, ideal for high-street brands and located within walking distance of Centrale station.

The Fashion Quadrilateral
For luxury and high-end designers, explore the iconic Via Montenapoleone and Via della Spiga.

Corso Vittorio Emanuele II & La Rinascente
This elegant pedestrian avenue represents the heart of Milanese shopping, stretching between Piazza del Duomo and San Babila under historic arcades; it is home to the flagship La Rinascente department store, a premier destination where luxury fashion and Italian design meet a sophisticated top-floor Food Market, featuring gourmet delicacies and a panoramic terrace with a close-up view of the Cathedral’s spires.

Marchesi 1824
One of the city’s oldest and most iconic pastry shops. We recommend visiting their stunning location in Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II (second floor) for artisanal chocolates and traditional sweets, presented in their signature sophisticated packaging.

Peck
Located in Via Spadari, just a short walk from the Duomo, this is Milan’s premier delicatessen since 1883. It offers the finest selection of Italian wines, cheeses, and gourmet delicacies, elegantly packaged and ideal for high-end souvenirs.

Brera District
Perfect for those seeking unique boutiques, artisanal products, and artistic perfumery in a historic setting. Accessible either by exiting at Lanza (on the M2 line) or via a short walk from Cairoli or La Scala.