villa necchi campiglio

jjcantab

Villa Necchi Campiglio is really interesting to visit if you appreciate grand homes, modern architecture from the 1930s and / or history in general.I visited recently with my partner and we were offered an English-language tour upon arrival (which I did not expect -- I would call or email ahead to check, we must have been lucky) and the house seemed to speak volumes about its former occupants. I was reminded of the novel "The Glass Room" that was inspired by Villa Tugendhat in the Czech Republic.

alexw930

Worth a visit if you are in architecture. A glimpse in the life of a very well off family at the beginning of last century. Marvellous house in splendid location. Well kept by FAI.

WOLKIE1207

Villa Necchi-Campiglio is situated in the centre of Milan, and is a beautiful example of 30's architectural design. It was designed by the famous Italina architect Piero Portaluppi , and is a real jewel . Both extremely elegant and functional , this villa is the mirror of its times . It belonged originally to the Necchi family (sewing machines industry) , and , at the death of the last member of the family, has been left to the FAO (no prfit Italian org. which takes care of monuments and sites of interest) .Worthwhile visit !!!

RobertoA354

amazing elegant, yet apparently low profile: two of the quintessential qualities of Milan summarize the beauty of this place. A villa and a park that is History of Design, long before becoming the place of the unforgettable, awarded movie "I am Love" (perhaps some scenes were also shot there by Pasolini? Visconti?). My personal tip: visit it during lunch break in a hot summer day: the silence of the park, the pool, the rooms, the refinement of every detail and the avant-garde delicious food that is served at the bar in the patio (a bit pricy, indeed) will allow you a peaceful time-out of peace, quiet and meditation from the traffic of the busiest city in Italy

Kwong930

it's really nice apartment with so many beautiful furniture & antiques. it is compulsory to join their guided tour to see the place. Although the reception advised the time for English tour that we joined, it turned out to be in Italian & it seems like most of us in this tour needed a English one too. Despite that, I can see the guide is very informative. At least we had a booklet in English to introduce the place.Dont' leave just because you are not in the right language tour, the villa itself is very worth the visit, take the guide as bonus

R4447KCmichelec

Probably the most exquisite example of the chic Milanese way of living of the golden age, a remarkable elegant and highly detailed Villa from the posh Italian '30ies. Watch the star window on the front, and make a wish!

RichardBerry

A little way out BUT a Island of calm in a busy city .This also takes you back to an age now long gone yet very tangible here .Just as if time had stoppedAlso the Resturant although small gave us some of the best food of our visit SO unexpected at an attraction NOT just a sandwich and drink BUT an excellent light lunch !good wine list and a desert selection to die for WELL done and THANKYOU It made the guided tour of the house a real treat after such a great lunch break from the tourist trail WELL done ?IF? You have time make this a quite break from the normal tourist hassle.

marcobN4464ZI

You need to reserve a tour time but you won't regret taking a look at the lifestyle of the very wealthy in world class stunning interior decoration. Check the garden out while you wait to get in. Fabulous coffee shop and bar available too.

879laurend

Must not miss! Amazing architecture from the 30's that is just as relevant today as it was then. We went with Alice from Milan Private Tours, and she gave us a fantastic overview of the history of the place.

Beach2O

This is another hidden gem, locked away behind gates and walls that is not apparent from the street. It is worth a visit with a guide to understand the significance of this place and the importance of the architect and designers.

Suzandury518

This house was designed and built in the 1920s to a luxurious standard and has been resorted to reflect the history of the family and the house. Beautiful furniture and artworks. I loved the glimpses of the marble bathrooms and the clothes in the wardrobes. We had an English guided tour which was excellent and lasted just over an hour. The house has been preserved by the FAI which is the Italian equivalent of the National Trust, and if you are members of the NT you get in free! So don't forget to take your membership card. The cafe is in fact a fine dining restaurant and very unlike the NT cafés in the UK. Lunch and service impressive, pricey but worth it, in a beautiful conservatory with Art Deco decor.

jkrohrs

After hitting many of Milan's well-known wonders that are hundreds of years old (and some even older), Villa Necchi Campiglio was a great change of pace. A private home built in the 1930's and rennovated post WWII, it reminded us very much of a Frank Lloyd Wright home. This history of the family that owned it, the occupation by Mussolini's #2 during the war, and the mix of original and period-appropriate art made the tour quite enjoyable. The tour consists of the 1st and 2nd floors, and you get to walk the grounds as well. I wish it would have included the ground floor so we could have seen the kitchen and servant areas. While not expensive, the tour price was a bit much more than should be charged--especially considering that volunteers provide the tours. Still, I would recommend a visit if you're looking for a different slide of Milan's history.

andrey00082

Constructed between 1932 and 1935 by the Milanese architect Piero Portaluppi, Necchi Campiglio Villa has survived completely intact, both outside with its ample yard, tennis court and pool, and inside with its rich succession of rooms. Architecture, decorative arts, furnishings and collections express as a harmonious whole the high standard of living of the owners, who belonged to the upper middle class of Lombard industrial families. At the same time, the fervor of daily activity is adequately witnessed by the service areas of the house, the pantry, the kitchens and bathrooms, all still graced with their original facilities. In addition, two important donations enrich the visit: Claudia Gian Ferrari’s collection of early 20th century art and Alighiero de’ Micheli’s collection of 18th century paintings and decorative arts.

JHLuckyTraveler

Worth the visit. Pay the 3 Euros for the camera approval sticker- this house is an integral part of Milan's history.A lovely peaceful break in a busy day.

Florence1903

Very interesting and an informative guide. We heard about the political context and the life of the family. The art work would benefit from having the artists named.