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Milan Transport Tickets and Travel Cards

One-way tickets, 24 or 72-hour passes, weekly travel cards... discover all the types of ticket and transport cards available in Milan .

All the tickets and travel cards are valid for all of Milan’s means of transport: urban buses , trams , Milan Metro and urban trains.

You can purchase the transport tickets in the various metro stations, in the off-licenses and in any of Milan’s parking meters. From 2020 you'll have to load tickets onto an electronic card, RicaricaMi, of personal use.

Public transport in Milan is free for kids under 14 years of age.

Most useful tickets for tourists

Single ticket.

The single ticket is valid for zones Mi1, Mi2 and Mi3 and can be used for 90 minutes from its validation, making multiple trips on surface transport and also on the metro by entering, exiting and passing through the turnstiles. The price is € 2.20 ( US$ 2.40).

24-hour travel card

This unlimited use pass is valid for 24 hours after its validation, that is, if you validate it one day at 12:30 you can use the transport until the next day at the same time. It is valid for zones Mi1, Mi2 and Mi3 and its price is € 7.60 ( US$ 8.20).

72-hour travel card

The three-day travel card permits unlimited travel and is valid for 72   hours since it's first validated, costing € 15.50 ( US$ 16.70).

Ticket for your luggage

You'll sometimes have to buy a separate ticket for your luggage, depending on its size, and note that if you have more than one suitcase, you might not be allowed to get on the metro, tram, or bus.

The suitcases which can be carried onboard are very similar to the dimensions of the ones allowed on an airplane. The small ones (50 centimeters) are allowed on for free and the larger ones (50 x 90 centimeters) must have their own Luggage ticket. Suitcases over 90 cm are not allowed on Milan’s public transport, so you might want to think about taking another means of transport because you could be fined if your luggage is too large.

Other tickets and travel cards

10 standard tickets.

The price of the 10-ticket card is € 19.50 ( US$ 21) , offering a small saving compared to buying it separately. This ticket is non-transferable, it cannot be used at the same time by several people. Each ticket is valid for 90 minutes from the first validation.

Weekly 2x6 ticket

This travel card is not very useful for visitors. It allows you to travel twice a day for 6 days during the same week for € 8.40 ( US$ 9.10).

Evening ticket

This ticket gives you unlimited access from 8 pm until the end of the service . The price of the ticket costs € 3 ( US$ 3.20).

Special tickets for the Fiera Milano (Rho Fiera)

A ticket to the Fiera Milano on Milan Metro’s line 1 costs € 2.55 ( US$ 2.80) per journey. This ticket will allow you to change lines and take other means of transport for 105 minutes after first validating it.

Travel Cards

As well as the already mentioned tickets, Milan’s public transport system also has weekly, monthly, and annual travel cards. These cards are not so useful for tourists unless you're planning on staying in Milan for over a week, as the card itself costs € 10 ( US$ 10.80).

Where can the ticket be bought?

Milan public transport tickets can be purchased at metro machines, tobacconists and kiosks. There is also an SMS purchase system, but it is not cost-effective unless you have an Italian cell phone.

Further Information

For more detailed information on the prices and types of tickets available on the Milan public transport network click here .

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Milan City Pass, Cards & Tickets

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Milan City Passes

Milan has tree popular city passes that you can use for your Milan city trip: the Milan City Card , the Yes Milano City Pass and the Milan Pass 48h . The advantage of the cards is that they can save you real money and unnecessary waiting times. We list the advantages and disadvantages of all tourist cards for you, so that you can consider which city card is most suitable for you. None of these Milan city passes include ‘ The Last Supper ’ by Leonardo da Vinci, you will always have to order individual tickets or tours for this attraction.

• Milan City Card
• Milan Pass 48h
• Yes Milano City Pass
• Attraction tickets

1) Milan City Card (Milan City Pass)

This convenient Milan City Pass gives you access to three popular attractions in Milan, including the rooftop terrace of the Duomo. Book through this link your Milan City Card . During the booking process, you can conveniently reserve your desired dates and time slots for the various activities. After payment, you will receive your tickets by email or you can show them via smartphone.

What is included in this Milan City Pass?

• Access to the Cathedral of Milan (Duomo), the Archaeological Area, the Duomo Museum & the Church of San Gottardo
• Access to the Duomo's roof terrace
• Admission to the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana
• Fast track ticket ' Museum of Science and Technology Leonardo da Vinci '
• App with audio guide with a city tour for Milan
• 10% discount on various attractions and excursions
• More info and bookings Milan City Pass

2) Milan Pass 48-Hour

Another comprehensive pass is the Milan Pass , which gives you 48 hours access to 8 popular attractions and the hop-on hop-off buses (you you can also opt for the ATM public transport as an option) The only disadvantage of this card is that you have to pick up this card at a physical point (this is however centrally located opposite the Castello Sforzesco). By far the most versatile and complete city pass in Milan.

What is included in the Milan Pass?

• Option: 48 hours access to the hop-on hop-off bus and/or the ATM Public Transport
• Access Duomo and roof terrace
• Audioguided tour of the La Scala Theater
• Casa Milan museum tour
• Access to Leonardo 3 exhibition
• Pinocateca Ambrosiona
• Ticket ' Museum of Science and Technology Leonardo da Vinci '
• City map and travel guide
• More info and bookings Milan Pass 48h

3) Yes Milano City Pass

The useful Yes Milano City Pass has the advantage that it is 100% digital and includes 3 days of unlimited travel on trams, buses and metro lines. You can choose between the standard Milano Pass with more than 10 included attractions or the more extensive all-inclusive pass.

What is included in the Yes Milano City Pass?

• 3 days public transport (trams, buses and metro lines)
• Entrance ticket to the museums of Castello Sforzesco
• Admission Civic Aquarium
• Admission to the following 5 museums : Museo del Novecento, Modern Art Gallery, Natural History Museum, Archaeological Museum and Pietà Rondanini Museum
• Ticket for 1 additional museum from this list: Museo Scienza e Tecnologia, Triennale, Museo del Teatro alla Scala, Poldi Pezzoli, Bagatti Valsecchi, Villa Necchi Campiglio or Pinacoteca Ambrosiana
• More info and bookings Yes Milano City Pass

4) Attraction tickets

Sometimes it is cheaper to purchase individual attraction tickets. Moreover, a number of popular activities and sights are not included in any Milan tourist pass, such as The Last Supper in the Santa Maria delle Grazie. An overview of the most sold tickets for a city trip to Milan:

Most visited attractions

25x Things to do in Milan

Duomo di Milano & Tickets

Visit The Last Supper

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Main contents, travel pass subscriptions .

Travel passes give you the freedom to travel without time limits. It is loaded onto the electronic card ( request it online ), purchased on the ATM app and activated by approaching the card at the totems in the metro (on  this page  you will find other ways to subscribe). Below you will find all the available subscriptions and discounts, both for travelling in Milan and for travelling in the municipalities where the Integrated Fare System applies.

Urban passes, for travelling only in Milan

All urban subscriptions (monthly, annual, discounted) are valid for travelling within the boundaries of the Municipality of Milan and not beyond . You can travel on the urban network of ATM and on the city sections of Trenord and S lines services.

In  this map  you can find the limits not to exceed when travelling by metro with an urban pass. For occasional trips outside the boundaries of Milan, an extra cost  must be added to the urban subscription.  Here you can find the fares .

:::  Ordinary urban subscriptions

• Monthly : € 39. Valid from the first to the last day of the month
• Annual : € 330. Valid for 12 consecutive calendar months. Can also be purchased in instalments with the Telepass agreement (more information on  this page )
• Where to buy it

::: Reduced annual urban subscription, based on income

• Annual: € 50.00.  Valid for 12 consecutive calendar months
• For all citizens with ISEE certification up to € 6,000
• Only available at Tax Assistance Centres (CAF) .  These are the documents to provide

::: Urban youth subscription up to 27 years

• For students and workers  up to the age of 27
• Monthly:  € 22.00. Valid from the first to the last day of the month
• Annual:  € 200.00. Valid for 12 consecutive calendar months

::: Urban youth subscription up to 30 years

• For persons  up to the age of 30 and with an ISEE of less than € 28,000
• Available at CAF , Tax Assistance Centres ( these are the documents to bring ), or at ATM Points ( these are the documents to bring ).

::: Urban evening students subscription

• Monthly:  € 11.00. Valid from the first to the last day of the month
• For all evening students, without age limits
• Valid from Monday to Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm and from 9 pm to the end of service, Saturday from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Not valid on Sundays
• Where to buy

::: Urban Senior subscription

• For all travellers aged 65 and older
• Monthly : € 32.50. Valid from the first to the last day of the month
• Annual : € 300.00. Valid for 12 consecutive calendar months

::: Urban Senior subscription, for Milan residents

• For persons over 65 years of age and pensioners over 60 years of age
• Annual: € 300.00. Valid for 12 consecutive calendar months
• Monthly Off peak: €16.00 . Valid from the first to the last day of the month
• Annual Off Peak: € 170.00 . Valid for 12 consecutive calendar months
• Off-peak subscriptions are valid after 9:30 am on the metro and Trenord lines on weekdays from Monday to Friday. On Saturdays and public holidays, you can travel at any time. On surface lines, they are valid every day and at all hours
• You can request it both at  CAF  and  ATM Points . Bring with you a document proving residence . Alternatively, you can fill out the self-certification form found at the counter

::: Urban Senior subscription, residents in the Metropolitan City

For residents in the  Municipalities  of the Metropolitan City of Milan

• Monthly: € 30.00. For travellers over 65 years of age or pensioners over 60 years of age.
• Reduced monthly: € 22.00. For those over 65 years of age with an ISEE certification between € 16,000 and € 28,000.
• Reduced annual: € 200. For those over 65 years of age with an ISEE between € 16,000 and € 28,000.
• Free annual Senior. For those over 65 years of age with an ISEE below € 16,000.
• Where to buy the Monthly subscription .
• Reduced monthly, reduced annual, and free annual subscriptions are available at CAF, Tax Assistance Centres ( these are the documents to provide ), or at ATM Points ( these are the documents to bring ).

::: Urban subscription for fostered minors

• Aimed at under 15 persons  in foster care with families or in educational communities.
• Monthly: € 19.00. Valid from the first to the last day of the month
• It must be requested by a guardian or the head of the educational community
• Available only and exclusively at the  ATM Point in Duomo
• Bring with you the documentation related to the foster letter issued by the Municipality of Milan and a copy of all the documentation

::: Urban subscription for families with three or more dependent children

• Annual € 165.00. Valid for 12 consecutive calendar months
• Both parents can have it, even in cases of judicial or administrative custody
• Available  only at ATM Points
• You must present a copy of a valid identity card and a copy of the family status certificate. Alternatively, you can fill out the self-certification form found at the counter

::: Urban subscription for unemployed people

• Annual: € 50.00. Valid for 12 consecutive calendar months
• Reserved for people who have been unemployed for at least two years
• Available only at the  ATM Point in Duomo
• declaration of immediate availability for work (DID) that shows at least 24 months of inactivity or availability (Legislative Decree 150/2015)
• valid employment statuses
• ISEE certification of the family unit not exceeding € 16,954.95
• certificate of residence in the Municipality of Milan
• a valid residence permit or authorization to stay on Italian territory, if you are a citizen of a non-European Union country

Weekly subscription, for travelling in Milan and surrounding areas

• It costs € 18.50 and is valid from Monday to Sunday of the same week
• Valid not only in the Municipality of Milan but also in the neighbouring Municipalities located in the Mi1-Mi3 tariff zone

Extra-urban subscriptions, for travelling outside Milan

The subscription fare depends on the zones you cross.

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Types of extra-urban subscriptions

• weekly: valid from Monday to Sunday of the same week
• monthly: valid from the first to the last day of the month
• annual: valid for 12 consecutive calendar months
• reduced annual: discounted by 85%. Available to those who are members of family units with an ISEE equal to or less than € 6.000. Only available at Tax Assistance Centres (CAF)
• youth up to the age of 26: 25% discount on the monthly or annual subscription
• Senior: from 65 years, 25% discount on the monthly or annual subscription

On which lines are the subscriptions valid

Within the zone and duration indicated on the ticket, tickets are valid:

• On all ATM lines, both metro and surface
• On Trenord railway lines, including the S lines
• on all extra-urban public transport operating in the territory of the Integrated Tariff System (including NET lines in Monza)
• on  certain specific lines  connecting municipalities within the Integrated Tariff System and to those outside

Up to 14 years old, no subscription is needed

Girls and boys under 14 years old travel for free on public transport in all municipalities where the integrated fare system (STIBM) applies. Simply validate the under 14 card or show the staff the under 11 card along with an identity document or just an identity document. On Trenord trains (on routes within the STIBM integrated tariff system territory), under 14 passengers can travel with just an identity document if accompanied by paying adults. They must have an Under 14 card  if travelling alone.

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The Integrated Fare System (STIBM)

The system extends to all municipals within the City of Milan metropolitan area and the Province of Monza and Brianza.

The system uses the City of Milan as the reference point where surrounding areas have then been divided into circular sections each representing a fare zone.

The tickets and travel cards will be valid for use with the ATM transport network and suburban public transport lines operating within the Integrated Fare System (STIBM) area.

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The fare system.

The The system uses the City of Milan as the reference point where surrounding areas were divided into circular sections , 5kms wide, each representing a fare zone were an identification code has been assigned.

The City of Milan has 21 municipalities bordering with it ( refer to the table below ) and the Rho Fieramilano station (Metro Line 1). This area corresponds to 3 fare zones and is identified by codes Mi1 - Mi3 .

The fare zones following Mi3 are categorised according to their distance from Milan, and can be identified by codes Mi4 to Mi9 ( refer to the table ). Each municipals’ stops and stations are assigned to a single fare zone.

3 zone travel tickets Mi1 - Mi3 allow you to travel:

• Metro Lines 1, 3 and 5
• Metro Line 2 from Assago Milanofiori Forum and P.za Abbiategrasso Chiesa Rossa to Cologno Nord and Cascina Burrona (inclusive)

In order to travel from Milan to the stations of Cernusco S. N., Villa Fiorita, Cassina de' Pecchi, Bussero (located in the Mi4 fare zone) a 4 zone travel ticket (Mi1 - Mi4 ticket) is required; to stations of Villa Pompea, Gorgonzola, Cascina Antonietta (located in the Mi5 zone), a 5 zone travel ticket (Mi1 - Mi5 ticket) is required; to Gessate (located in the Mi6 zone), a 6 zone travel ticket (Mi1 - Mi6 ticket) is required.

The tickets and travel cards will be valid for use with the ATM transport network, suburban public transport lines and Trenord rail lines operating within the Integrated Fare System (STIBM) area.

The Fares Calculation

The fare between two locations , i.e. the starting point and the destination of the journey, is calculated on the basis of the number of zones travelled (increasing in value with each additional zone travelled).

In Milan, the minimum fare that can be purchased is 3 fare zones (Mi1 - Mi3). In all other municipals of the System, the minimum fare that can be purchased is equal to 2 zones and costs the same as the minimum fare ticket price. This ticket also applies for journeys within the same municipal and between municipals belonging to the same fare zone. For each additional zone the cost of the ticket increases, therefore the 3 zone ticket costs €2.20, the 4 zone ticket €2.60 etc.

In order to travel to Milan, the following distinction has been made between tickets, weekly/monthly/annual travel cards:

• for ordinary tickets, 10 trip tickets, daily tickets, 3 day tickets and weekly travel cards the minimum price that can be purchased is 3 zones (ordinary ticket price, €2.20); these tickets allow you to travel throughout the City of Milan and up to 21 municipalities within the Mi3 zone;
• to travel in the municipal of Milan there are monthly and annual urban travel cards available. In order to travel between Milan and the 21 municipals in the Mi3 zone and between Milan and Rho Fieramilano station on the Metro Line 1, it’s necessary to purchase monthly and annual travel cards which are valid for 3 zones.

Main updates

• The The Integrated Fare System allows you to travel along several routes, combining multiple means of transport , both continuously and with several intermediate stops (pertaining to the scope of time validity and the zones purchased). This makes it possible to complete roundtrips using the same ticket, even with multiple entrances to the Metro and on Trenord .
• The The ordinary ticket: 3 zone Mi1 - Mi3 (€2,20) , with 90 minutes of validity, allows the possibility to travel throughout the City of Milan and the 21 municipalities of the Mi3 zone and by metro to the termination stations of Rho Fieramilano (Metro Line 1) and of Assago Milanofiori Forum (Metro Line 2).This type of travel within the old system would have resulted in a higher fare;
• The zones validity are indicated on the ticket , along with the time validity;
• The benefits which are valid throughout the area will be introduced for people under 26 years of age, for seniors over 65 years of age and for people with low income ;
• Children under the age of 14 travel free showing a valid identity document. In addition, optionally, one of the Under 11s and Under 14s cards created specifically for them can be requested through the reserved area of the Atm.it website;
• Teachers accompanying school groups , up to high school, will be able to travel for free on the Milan urban network managed by ATM and on the urban routes of Trenord services;

Municipalities and fare zones

See the list in alphabetical order of the municipals located in the Mi3 fare zone known (21 municipalities bordering the City of Milan + Rho Fieramilano station of the Metro Line 1).

Listed in alphabetical order of the municipals located in the fare zones known as Mi4, Mi5, Mi6, Mi7, Mi8, Mi9.

Traveling around the Municipality of Milan

For those who use occasional tickets (ordinary tickets, daily tickets, 3 days and 10 trip tickets) or weekly passes , it’s necessary to purchase the 3 zone fare that allows you to travel throughout the area between the Mi1 - Mi3 zones, including the 21 municipalities bordering Milan, and to reach Rho Fieramilano station (Metro Line 1).

Passengers who use monthly and annual passes can continue to purchase urban passes valid for travel only within the borders of Milan.

Refer to to the facilities provided by the Municipality of Milan and the subsidised travel cards of the The Integrated Fare System of the Mobility Basin .

Facilities provided by the Municipality of Milan

The Municipality of Milan has approved the following facilities for the passes valid in the urban area .

Ordinary travel card for all travellers:

• Monthly travel card €39.00
• Annual travel card €330.00

The annual Milan metropolitan area pass can also be purchased via the Telepass Pay X App and paid for by installments. For this option a The ATM card will be required. The The card can be requested if you have a valid ATM card and it can be delivered to a requested address. Please visit the the Telepass website for more information. .

Travel card for people under 27 , valid for all travellers up to their 27th birthday without income limits

• Monthly travel card €22.00
• Annual travel card €200.00

Travel card for people under 30 , valid for all travellers up to their 30th birthday and with ISEE income not exceeding €28,000:

• Annual travel card €200.00 ( requestable only at the authorized CAFs )

Travel card for senior residents in Milan , valid for travellers aged 65 years or over, or pensioners aged over 60:

• Monthly “Off Peak” travel card €16.00
• Annual “Off Peak” travel card €170.00
• Annual travel card €300.00

“Off Peak” travel cards are valid with no time limits on the above ground lines. On the Metro lines and on Trenord they are valid from 9:30am, Monday to Friday and the whole day Saturday, holidays and pre-holidays.

Travel card for seniors over 65 , for all travellers starting from their 65 th birthday:

• Monthly travel card €32.50

Travel cards for senior residents in the Milan Metropolitan City , which consists of Milan and the 132 municipalities of the former province of Milan:

• Monthly travel card €30.00, valid for travellers aged over 65 or pensioners aged over 60
• Reduced monthly travel card €22.00, valid for travellers aged over 65, with ISEE income between €16,000 and €28,000 ( requestable at the authorized CAFs and ATM Points )
• Reduced annual travel card €200.00, valid for travellers aged over 65, with ISEE income between €16,000 and €28,000 ( requestable at the authorized CAFs and ATM Points )
• Free annual travel card for seniors, valid for travellers aged over 65, with ISEE income not exceeding €16,000 ( requestable at the authorized CAFs and ATM Points )

For seniors aged over 65 a 25% discount on the ordinary fare of the monthly and annual travel cards is available for all zones within the Integrated Fare System.

Travel card for night students for all night students without age restrictions:

• Monthly travel card €11.00

This travel card is valid Monday to Friday 5:00pm to 8:30pm, and from 9:00pm until the end of service, on Saturday’s 1:00pm to 8:00pm. It is not valid on Sunday.

Travel card for minors in foster care , valid for minors in foster care or educational communities:

• Monthly travel card €19.00

Travel card for families with three or more dependent children , valid for both parents both in the case of large families and in the case of judicial or administrative foster cases:

• Annual travel card €165.00

Travel card for the unemployed , valid for travellers who are unemployed for at least 24 months (requestable only at the ATM Point Duomo):

• Annual travel card €50.00

This travel card can be requested IF you meet the following requirements: 1) possession of a Declaration of Immediate Availability (DID), as required by the Legislative Decree 150/2015, showing the 24 months of inactivity/availability; 2) have an ISEE income not exceeding €16,954.95 valid at the date of the request; 3) resident of the City of Milan, as envisaged by the residents’ registry regulations, or alternatively to be housed at a prison, as attested by the certificate of detention; 4) possession of an Italian citizenship, or European Union citizen, possession a birth registration certificate for the City of Milan, or, if foreign non-EU citizen, possession of a visa.

Reduced annual travel card , valid for all travelers with ISEE income not exceeding €6,000 ( requestable only at the authorized CAFs ):

All fare options must be loaded onto the electronic card which is valid for 4 years and costs €10.00 upon issue (refer to more info on the electronic card ).

All subsidised travel cards fare options provided by the Municipality of Milan can be used with the The Integrated Fare System .

Pets travel free on the whole network with no time restrictions.

BikeMi The bike sharing subscription can be accessed through the ATM card, meaning users can now use a single card to access the ATM public transport and BikeMi system . The ATM annual subscriber discounts include:

• Ordinary urban annual subscription: €24.00 instead of €36.00
• Ordinary STIBM annual subscription that includes the M1 zone: €24.00 instead of €36.00
• Annual subscription for under 27 year olds: €12.00 instead of €36.00

Visit the BikeMi website for more information. .

Traveling between Milan and the 21 Municipals of the Mi3 zone

For this type of journey, the fare purchased must include the Mi1 zone . If you travel between Milan and the 21 municipalities in the Mi3 zone or between Milan and the Rho Fieramilano station (Metro Line 1), you must purchase a fare from 3 Mi1-Mi3 zones (e.g. the ordinary ticket €2.00).

If you travel between Milan and the localities within the Mi4, Mi5, Mi6, Mi7, Mi8 and Mi9 zones you need to buy a fare from 4 to 9 zones or Mi1 - Mi4, Mi1 - Mi5, etc. up to Mi1 - Mi9.

For example:

• from Milan (Mi1 zone) to Rho Fieramilano station (Metro line 1) (Mi3 zone) = 3 zone Mi1 - Mi3 fare
• from Milan Loreto station (Metro Line 1, Mi1 zone) to Sesto San Giovanni (Mi3 zone) = 3 zone Mi1 - Mi3 fare
• from Milan (Mi1 zone) to San Vittore Olona (Mi6 zone) = 6 zone Mi1 - Mi6 fare
• from Trezzano sul Naviglio (Mi4 zone) to Milan (Mi1 zone) = 4 zone Mi1 - Mi4 fare

Traveling around the suburbs

In order to travel between suburban locations, a fare from 2 to 7 zones must be purchased, depending on the number of zones travelled.

• from Monza (Mi4 zone) to Arcore (Mi5 zone) = 2 zone Mi4-Mi5 fare
• from Gessate (zone Mi6) to Vimodrone (zone Mi3) = 4 zone Mi3-Mi6 fare

The minimum fare that can be purchased in the suburban area is 2 zones even if you travel between municipals located in the same fare zone or between stops located within the same municipal. Since there are no valid travel tickets in a single fare zone, it is necessary to purchase the one that includes the required zone and the previous zone or the next zone , for example:

• 2 zones Mi3 - Mi4 fare
• 2 zones Mi4 - Mi5 fare
• 2 zones Mi6 - Mi7 fare
• 2 zones Mi7 - Mi8 fare

If travelling between suburban locations, you cross Milan borders, it’s necessary to purchase the Mi1 fare zone; the fare is therefore equal to the fare zones included between Mi1 and the fare zone of the furthest location from Milan included in the journey, for example:

• from Pero (Mi3 zone) to Gessate (Mi6 zone) = 6 zones Mi1 - Mi6 fare
• from Monza (Mi4 zone) to Abbiategrasso (Mi7 zone) = 7 zones Mi1 - Mi7 fare

Warning : the fare between two locations may vary depending on the route of the lines used, for example:

• from Assago (Mi3 zone) to Rozzano (Mi3 zone) using the 328 line = 2 zones Mi3 - Mi4 fare
• from Assago (Mi3 zone) to Rozzano (Mi3 zone) using the metro Line 2 + tram 15 = 3 zones Mi1 - Mi3 fare

Ordinary tickets and travel cards

The following ordinary tickets are available with the The Fare System:

• Ordinary ticket Mi1 - Mi3 : the time validity from the first validation varies with the number of zones purchased: 75 minutes for two zones + 15 minutes for each additional zone. In Milan, the minimum fare that can be purchased is 3 zones and is valid from the first validation for 90 minutes;
• 10 trip tickets : only blocks of 10 tickets with time validity depending on the number of zones purchased. The trips cannot be used on road services managed by operators other than ATM and Trenord; it cannot be used by more than one person at the same time;
• Daily ticket : is valid for 24 hours from the first validation, without limit to the number of journeys within the territory defined by the zones purchased;
• 3 day ticket : is valid for 3 consecutive days from the day of the first validation until the end of the service on the third day, without limit to the number of journeys within the territory defined by the zones purchased;
• Weekly travel card : valid from Monday to Sunday of the same week until the end of the service of Sunday, without limit to the number of journeys within the territory defined by the zones purchased;
• Monthly travel card : valid for one calendar month for an unlimited number of journeys within the territory defined by the zones purchased;
• Annual travel card : valid for twelve consecutive calendar months for an unlimited number of journeys within the territory defined by the zones purchased

All fare options provided by the Municipality of Milan can be used with all subsidised travel cards fare options within the The Integrated Fare System . All travel options must be loaded onto the electronic card which is valid for 4 years and costs €10.00 upon issue (refer to more info on the electronic card )

The The Integrated Fare System divides the territory of Milan - Monza Brianza into fare zones marked with codes ranging from Mi1 to Mi9; a total of 28 fares are on sale, deriving from all possible combinations of the zones.

The following information is provided on the travel document:

Subsidised travel cards

Within the The Integrated Fare System there are the following tickets available for all zones at a reduced fare compared to ordinary tickets:

• People under the age of 26 : 25% discount on the ordinary fare of the monthly and annual travel cards (the student fare no longer exists);
• Seniors aged over 65 : 25% discount on the ordinary fare of the monthly and annual travel cards;
• People belonging to families with a valid ISEE certificate not exceeding €6.000,00: 85% discount on the ordinary fare of the annual travel card ( requestable only at the authorized CAFs ).

Free for children between the ages of 11 and 14. The Under 14 card can be obtained only from the reserved area of the ATM site by a parent or guardian.

All fare options must be loaded onto the electronic card which is valid 4 for years and costs €10.00 upon issue (refer to ( more info on the electronic card )

Over 60 and over 65 subsided urban travel cards

Concessions based on isee certificate.

Download the authorized CAFs list (pdf 88 kb) Italian only.

• Monthly travel card €22.00 (requestable only at ATM Points)
• Annual travel card €200.00 (requestable only at the authorized CAFs)
• Reduced monthly travel card €22.00, valid for travellers aged over 65, with ISEE income between €16,000 and €28,000 (requestable at the authorized CAFs and ATM Points)
• Reduced annual travel card €200.00, valid for travellers aged over 65, with ISEE income between €16,000 and €28,000 (requestable at the authorized CAFs and ATM Points)
• Free annual travel card for seniors, valid for travellers aged over 65, with ISEE income not exceeding €16,000 (requestable at the authorized CAFs and ATM Points)

This travel card can be requested only IF you meet the following requirements: 1) possession of a Declaration of Immediate Availability (DID), as required by the Legislative Decree 150/2015, showing the 24 months of inactivity/availability; 2) have an ISEE income not exceeding €16,954.95 valid at the date of the request; 3) resident of the City of Milan, as envisaged by the residents’ registry regulations, or alternatively to be housed at a prison, as attested by the certificate of detention; 4) possession of an Italian citizenship, or European Union citizen, possession a birth registration certificate for the City of Milan, or, if foreign non-EU citizen, possession of a visa.

Reduced annual travel card , valid for all travelers with ISEE income not exceeding €6,000 (requestable only at the authorized CAFs):

Within the The Integrated Fare System there is the following Subsidised travel card available for all zones at a reduced fare:

• People belonging to families with a valid ISEE certificate not exceeding €6.000,00: 85% discount on the ordinary fare of the annual travel card.

Free travel for Under 14s

Within the ATM Transport Network and in the City of Milan children under 14 travel for free .

Under 14s can travel for free on all integrated public transport services simply by showing a valid identity document that certifies that they are under 14 years of age.

• Under 14s Card for children from 11 years old up to their 14th birthday. The same card can also be requested by those who are 10 years old provided that they turn 11 within the current school year. This card can only be requested through the reserved area of the ATM website online and will be sent free of charge to the address indicated.
• Under 11s Card , different from the previous one, for children up to 11 years old, which can be requested through the restricted area of the ATM site and must then be printed by the applicants.

Access to the surface transport of ATMs, other operators of the Tariff System and Trenord’s rail services is checked on sight. The underground network will be accessed through the automatic barrier next to the Station Operator’s cabin. To access stations on the M5 Line it will be necessary to contact the ATM personnel through the special intercom present in each station, requesting the opening of the barrier. In case of checks, together with the card, a valid identity document of the minor must be shown.

You can only apply for the Under 14s and Under 11 cards through the reserved area of the ATM website online . The card cannot be requested either at ATM Points or at retailers.

Free travel for accompanying teachers on school trips

Teachers will be able to travel for free on all the Integrated Fare Sistem (STIBM) when accompanying under 14 school groups. Teachers accompanying school groups up to hight school will be able to travel for free only on the urban network of Milan managed by ATM and on the urban routes run by Trenord.

To travel free of charge, it is necessary to print, fill out and ask your School to validate the form, which is downloadable from the link below.

Download the form for free travel for accompanying teachers on school trips (pdf 35kb in Italian) .

Access to surface transport and rail services is checked on sight. The underground network will be accessed through the automatic barrier next to the Station Operator’s cabin. To access the stations of the M5 Line it will be necessary to contact the ATM personnel through the intercom system present in each station requesting the opening of the barrier. In the event of a check, the printed and completed form must be shown together with a teacher ID.

Zones and fares tables

Ordinary and other occasional tickets, ordinary travel cards, subsidised travel cards of the integrated fare system of the mobility basin, general rules of use.

The ticket allows you , within the period of validity and zones indicated on the document, to travel along several routes combining several means of transport , both continuously and with more intermediate stops; it allows the use of all means of public transport integrated within the Integrated Fare System.

Occasional travel documents (ordinary tickets, 10 trip tickets, daily tickets, 3 day tickets) are activated with the first validation that must be carried out at the beginning of the journey, within the above ground transport vehicle and at the turnstile entrances in the Metro stations.

Travel Cards (weekly, monthly and annual travel cards) are valid from the date of issue or indicated on the tickets (in case of tickets issued on magnetic media). The validation must be repeated at each transfer , making the last validation within the validity period of the ticket.

The ticket cannot be transferable after validation. The ticket must be kept with the passenger until the end of the journey and must be shown to the control staff , if/when required, even at the destination stop or leaving the metro turnstiles

Read the "Rules of conduct for passengers on tram, bus and trolleybus lines" and the "Rules for passengers on the metro lines" in the attachments to this page .

Refer to the “Rules of conduct for passengers on tram, bus and trolleybus lines” and the “Rules for passengers on the metro lines” within the attachments on this page .

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> Milan public transports 1 day card for free > 5€ for Taxi > reductions at Milan Top Attractions

What is included? > free Milan Public Transport for 3 days > f ree shuttle bus from/to Malpensa Airport > 5€ for Taxi ride > reduction for Milan Top Attractions

What is included? > free Milan Public Transport for 3 days > two free rides on the shuttle bus from/to Malpensa Airport > 5€ for Taxi ride > Milan Bars&Restaurants guide > reductions at Milan Top Attractions

What is included? > free Milan Public Transport for 3 days > free shuttle bus from/to Malpensa Airport > free access to Duomo Cathedral Rooftop > 5€ for Taxi ride > Milan Churches guide > Milan Bars&Restaurants guide > reductions at Milan Top Attractions

What is included? > free Milan Public Transport for 2 days > f ree shuttle bus from/to Malpensa Airport > 5€ for Taxi ride > reduction for Milan Top Attractions

What is included? > free Milan Public Transport for 1 day > f ree shuttle bus from/to Malpensa Airport > 5€ for Taxi ride > reduction for Milan Top Attractions

What is included? > free Milan Public Transport for 3 days > free shuttle bus from/to Bergamo Orio Al Serio Airport > 5€ for Taxi ride > Milan Bars&Restaurants guide > reductions at Milan Top Attractions

What is included? > free Milan Public Transport for 3 days > two f ree rides on the shuttle bus from/to Orio Airport > 5€ for Taxi ride > reduction for Milan Top Attractions

What is included? > free Milan Public Transport for 3 days > free shuttle bus from/to Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport > free access to Duomo Cathedral Rooftop > 5€ for Taxi ride > Milan Churches guide > Milan Bars&Restaurants guide > reductions at Milan Top Attractions

What is included? > free Milan Public Transport for 2 days > f ree shuttle bus from/to Bergamo Orio Al Serio Airport > 5€ for Taxi ride > reduction for Milan Top Attractions

What is included? > free Milan Public Transport for 1 day > f ree shuttle bus from/to Bergamo Orio Al Serio Airport > 5€ for Taxi ride > reduction for Milan Top Attractions

What is included? > free Milan Public Transport for 3 days > free shuttle bus from/to Linate Airport > 5€ for Taxi ride > reduction for Milan Top Attractions

What is included? > free Milan Public Transport for 2 days > f ree shuttle bus from/to Milan Linate Airport > 5€ for Taxi ride > reduction for Milan Top Attractions

What is included? > free Milan Public Transport for 1 day > f ree shuttle bus from/to Linate Airport > 5€ for Taxi ride > reduction for Milan Top Attractions

Public transports are FREE –  Tanks to MilanoCard, you can travel around Milan on any line of public transport in Milan, at any time, for FREE. With MilanoCard you can redeem for free a multi day travel card, when doing your first trip, validate your travel card at the ticket machine at the station, when travelling with underground and city train, or inside trams and buses.

The travel card  included for free in MilanoCard is valid to travel around in Milan public transport network including  tram, bus, metro and city train. Remember to redeem the travel ticket as indicated in confirmation email. 

Please note, travel card included in MilanoCard is valid for public transport in Milan urban area. MilanoCard is available for 1 day , 2 days and 3 days from the first use . Please remember to take with you the Milan travel card when you use the public transport . 

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Public Transportation, Museums, Airport Shuttle, Top attractions, Restaurants and more. All you need to spend some beautiful days in Milan, at your own pace.

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1 or 3 days of unlimited access to the Milan Public Transportation.

Included access to 15 Milan Top Museums like Duomo Milan Cathedral and Sforza Castle.

Airport Bus

Free airport Shuttle Malpensa, Linate, Orio al Serio.

Experiences

Best experiences like city tour, free resturants guide, free audioguide and more.

What is included? > free Milan Public Transport for 4 days > free Access to Duomo Rooftop by lift > free access to Pinacoteca Ambrosiana > free access to all Milan's Civic Museums > free shuttle bus from/to Orio al Serio, Milan Malpensa or Linate airport > 5€ for Taxi ride  

Why the City Pass is worth it, saving 45%

The Milan City Pass is worth it because allow to save up to 45% on services included and is hassle free. You don’t need to get single tickets for transportation and attractions because you will find every tickets into the pass without any bother.

The Milan Pass is available on your smartphone after the payment.

If you should buy the single tickets included in city pass the cost is 88€, with Milan City Pass the cost is 49€ for 1 day or 55€ for 3 days. Your saving is from 40% to 45%

Top services included

Free public transportation

Move around Milan on Milan Public Transportation (metro, bus, tram, city train) for free for 3 days.

Redeem for free a travel card to get unlimited access, within 3 days, to the local public transport service.

Duomo di Milano

Enjoy your visit to the Duomo di Milano and its amazing Terraces.

Included in City Card, free access to Duomo Cathedral, Terraces of Duomo Milan and Duomo Museum.

Milan Airport Shuttle

Get for free for your transfer from/to Milan Airports Malpensa, Linate and Bergamo Orio al Serio.

Included in Milan City Pass, one way ticket for Malpensa or Bergamo Orio Shuttle. The Pass included also roundtrip ticket for Metro to/from Linate Airport.

Milan top Museums

Milan City Pass included free access to the Milan Top Museums like Sforza Castel, Duomo Museum, Museo del Novecento, Modern Art Gallery, Archeological Museum, Pinacoteca Ambrosiana and much more. Includes also discounted access to Poldi Pezzoli Museum, Bagatti Valsecchi House Museum, Scala Theater Museum, Gallerie d’Italia, Branca Tower and ADI Design Museum.

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Milan Transport Tickets and Travel Cards

Explore the variety of ticket options and transport cards available in Milan , including one-way tickets, 24 or 72-hour passes, and weekly travel cards.

Familiarize yourself with the convenient options for accessing Milan’s extensive public transportation network .

All tickets and travel cards are valid across Milan’s entire transportation network , encompassing urban buses, trams, the Milan Metro, and urban trains.

Conveniently, these can be acquired at various metro stations, off-licenses, and Milan’s parking meters. 

Most Useful Tickets for Tourists

A single ticket covers Mi1, Mi2, and Mi3 areas, granting 90 minutes of travel from the first validation. While metro line changes are allowed within this time frame, exiting the metro station and returning with the same ticket is prohibited.

Valid for 24 hours from the first validation, the one-day travel card covers Mi1, Mi2, and Mi3 areas, offering flexibility for a day of exploration.

The two-day travel card provides unlimited travel over 72 hours from the initial validation, offering an extended period for immersive city exploration.

Depending on size, separate tickets may be required for luggage. Smaller items (50 centimeters) are free, while larger ones (50 x 90 centimeters) necessitate a luggage ticket. Suitcases exceeding 90 cm are not permitted on Milan’s public transport.

Other Tickets and Travel Cards

This option saves money compared to purchasing 10 separate single tickets. This ticket is for single-person use.

Primarily designed for residents, this card permits two daily travels for six days within a week.

This ticket offers unlimited access from 8 pm until service closure.

This ticket facilitates travel to Fiera Milano on Milan Metro’s line 1, allowing line changes and alternative means of transport for 105 minutes after validation.

In addition to the aforementioned tickets, Milan’s public transport system includes weekly, monthly, and annual travel cards.

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Choose the milan pass light, the all inclusive solution.

The most convenient and economical option for using all public transport in Milan whenever you want is the Milan Pass Light , the card that grants you access to all public transport without any restrictions , at a fixed cost.

Milan Pass Light is available in three different durations ( 24 hours , 48 hours or 3 days ) to best meet your needs during your stay in Milan.

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Priority Purchase Malpensa Express and Orio Shuttle

Arriving by plane? Simplify the organization of your trip to Milan! Together with your Milan Pass, purchase the tickets to Malpensa Express train or Bergamo-Orio al Serio airport shuttle bus.

10% discount on the San Siro Stadium museum tickets

Feel the history of football with a visit to the San Siro Stadium and its museum: discover the historic Meazza, home of two of the greats of Italian football, AC Milan and Inter Milan.

10% discount on the Hop on – Hop off Sightseeing open buses

The favourite way to enjoy the city by thousands of visitors: the ride on the iconic open-top buses will let you discover the unmissable places of Milan in complete comfort, with the possibility of getting off to explore your favourite spots.

10% discount on the Navigli Canal Cruise

Discover Milan from a new point of view, through its canals, to the design of which Leonardo da Vinci also contributed. Enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Navigli and Darsena, with multilingual commentary.

10% discount for the La Scala Opera House tour and the museums of Milan

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of the city with a special discount to access the iconic La Scala Opera House, on a fascinating guided tour, and the most important museums in Milan.

10% discount on the Zani Viaggi day trips and tours

Guided tours, day trips and short excursions outside the city: with your Milan Pass Light you are entitled to an exclusive discount to participate in all Zani Viaggi’s proposals to discover Milan and its surroundings.

Interactive and paper map

Get lost in the streets of the city centre, along the cobbled alleys, but always find your way with our maps, both in interactive digital and paper versions: the fundamental tools for experiencing the city!

Audioguide of Milan

Listen to the city history in a new and immersive way, with our audio guide: over 20 hours of audio content to discover history, places of interest and anecdotes of this incredible metropolis.

Welcome drink on the Navigli Canals

Enjoy the unique atmosphere of the Milanese nightlife that animates the Navigli district: with your Milan Pass Light a glass of Prosecco awaits you at the After Pier , one of the coolest places on the Alzaia Naviglio Grande.

Choosing between the two Milan City passes | Milan Pass & Milano Card

Things to do in Milan Milan Attractions Milan City Passes

Leonardo Da Vinci and Gucci both find reverence in the magnificent city of Milan. This 2,600 year old city is leading the world as the power house of fashion and design. The chic and modern city is however rooted in its glorious past of art and architecture. The impressive Gothic cathedral ‘Duomo’ and Da Vinci’s phenomenal ‘Last Supper’ are but exemplary pieces of this rich history preserved carefully in its many museums and churches.

But Milan is not all just art and history; it is a vibrant modern city with the best culinary experiences and entertainment venues. It also hosts two of the world’s most famous football teams ‘AC Milan’ and ‘Inter Milan’. The home of the biggest Fashion Houses in the world- Versace, Prada, Valentino and more, Milan is the ideal mix of the old and new. The best way to explore this large city is through travel passes.

The Milan Pass and the Milano Card are two great travel passes that will help you save on time and money as you explore Milan. The travel cards offer free tickets to attractions, free public transport, free hop-on hop-off bus tours and discounts on tickets and experiences. All these benefits help you save up to 30% on your travel costs in Milan.

These passes have been designed to help you keep the expenses down while you explore and experience Milan with ease. In this post, we will go through the details of each card, outline the difference between the cards and offer tips on how you can purchase these cards and get the most value for money.

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Milan Pass vs Milano Card

What is the milan pass, what is the milano card, what convenience factors do these milan city passes bring, what is the cost-benefit analysis of the milan city passes, which milan city pass should i go for, where can i purchase these passes.

The Milan Pass is available for 48 hours. In the two days, visitors can choose to visit any of the ten landmarks in the city for free. These include important attractions like Duomo and La Scala Museum. There are also free tours including in the pass like the wine tasting tours and exclusive shopping tours. It also includes transport options of a Hop-on Hop-off Bus tour or Public transport with a chance to combine both with an upgrade. The Milan travel can be purchased online and exchanged for a physical pass. The pass is valid for 200 days from the date of purchase.

The Milano Card is available in three variants – 24 hours, 48 hours and 72 hours. Visitors have access to free public transport throughout their pass period. They also can save anywhere up to 100% on their attraction tickets and also includes free attractions and tour tickets. The Card will also include discounts to shopping and recreation outlets and free medical assistance. The Milano Card can be purchased online and activated via a smartphone or an app. There is no need to exchange it for a physical pass. The pass is valid for a month from the date of purchase.

Ancient churches and haute couture fashion houses find space next to each other in the sprawling two millennia old city of Milan. The historical city has seen the rise and fall of many kingdoms and revolutions that have left their mark on the monuments in the city. The Milan Pass offers free tickets to the most striking of these monuments as well as discounted tickets to the best experiences in Milan. It is a favorite of world tourists with more than 6 million visiting Milan each year.

The Milan Pass is a two-day pass that can be purchased online and exchanged for a physical pass at the Milan Visitor Centre. The Milan Pass includes free entry to ten popular attractions in the city and access to seven free exciting tour experiences. It also includes free transport on the Milan Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour or unlimited free travel on the public transport. You can also avail both the transport options with an upgrade. To access the best of the city, you also get discounts worth 250€ on dining, tours and shopping.

Milan Pass Attractions

1. Access to the Duomo Cathedral Rooftop terraces (by lift) 2. Access Duomo Cathedral, Museum and Baptistery 3. La Scala Museum and Theatre 4. Museum of Science and Technology 5. Triennale Design Museum 6. San Siro Stadium & Inter Milan Museum 7. Casa Milan – Mondo Milan Museum 8. Leonardo 3 – “The World of Leonardo” interactive museum 9. Vigna di Leonardo – Leonardo’s Vineyard 10. Bagatti Valsecchi Museum

11. Museo d’Arte e Scienza – Art and Science Museum 12. Franciacorta wine tasting 13. Serravalle Outlet Shopping Tour 14. Foxtown Shopping tour 15. Vicolungo The Style Outlet Shopping Tour 16. Fidenza Village Shopping Tour 17. Franciacorta Outlet village Shopping Tour 18. Scalo Milano Shopping Tour 19. Milano Citysighseeing Hop On Hop Off Ticket 20. ATM Public Transport Ticket

Fashion, football, cuisine, music and more enrich the cultural tapestry of Milan. One of the most vibrant cities in Europe, there is always something to do and see in the city. It is also the largest city in Italy and spread across more than 180 sq km. The Milano Card is the perfect pass to help you access the most happening events and attractions in the city with free transport and discounted tariffs.

The Milano Card can be purchased online and used directly via a smartphone or the Milano Card App. It is available in three variants – 24h, 48h and 72h and includes free public transport across the city and some of the top attractions. It also includes a free ride with a personal driver and free guidebook and map of Milan city. The Milano Card also provides discounts on other facilities and attractions. You can save anywhere between 20%-50% on your tour costs with the Milano Card.

Milano Card Attractions

1. Free public transport in Milan - 24, 48 and 72 hours 2. Free personal driver for 1 ride 3. Free access to Highline Galleria 4. Free access to Poldi Pezzoli Museum 5. Free access to Official Museum of AC Milan 6. Free meal at 12Gatti Pizzeria 7. Free access to Museo Bagatti Valsecchi 8. Free access to Branca Tower 9. Free handmade panettone 10. Free oncal medical consultant 11. Free Scalo Milan Design District Bus 12. Free Vicolungo Outlet Bus 13. Free Franciacorta Outlet Village

Save anywhere from 10%-100% on tickets to: 1. Rooftop of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele 2. Rooftop of Duomo Milan Cathedral 3. La Scala Theatre Museum 4. The Last Supper of Leonardo da Vinci 5. San Siro Stadium and Museum 6. Leonardo 3 The World of Leonardo 7. Branca Tower 8. Poldi Pezzoli Museum 9. Casa Milan 10. Bagatti Valsecchi Museum 11. Sforza Castle

A lot of planning and budgeting goes into any travel plan. Every traveler wants the best value for their money and to ensure that they have seen everything that a destination has to offer. One of the best ways to do this is by using a travel card. The travel cards in Milan – Milan Pass and Milano Card – will help you plan better and offer great convenience. Here is how they do it:

Big Savings You can save up to 20%-50% of your tour costs with both the Milan Pass and Milano Card. A major chunk of any travel goes towards local transport. Both the cards offer free public transport and the Milan Pass even offers a HOHO Bus tour making sure you save big time on transport. You also get free and discounted tickets to attractions with the passes. Milan is the perfect place for recreation and the cards also have discount vouchers for shopping, restaurants and entertainment.

Better Planning You will avail free resources like a guide book and map to help you plan your trip better. You can also check out your free attractions and allocate time and money to the other attractions accordingly. With the Hop-on Hop-off Bus tour option in the Milan Pass you don’t even have to plan, just follow the bus itinerary and you are good to go!

Upgrade opportunities The Milan travel passes offer free and paid upgrades to an exciting range of attractions, tours and experiences. You may have to spend additional if you purchase tickets separately but with the Milan pass you can upgrade your experiences at negligible costs.

Save Time Often travelers waste time waiting in queues at attractions, with the Milan pass you just have to show the pass at the free attractions to get in. Even figuring out local transport is a big task in a foreign city, especially where you are not comfortable with the language. However, with the travel guidebook and HOHO tours, you can easily save time on finding the best mode of transport and reach your destination quicker.

Freebies The Milan Pass and the Milano card offer many freebies. The Milan Pass comes with exciting tours like wine tasting tour and outlet shopping tours as well as a map and guidebook. The Milano Card comes with free tours to AC Milan and others and even includes an audio guide of Milan! Without the card you will have to spend a lot to get these separately.

Travel cards are a great way to save on money while traveling in a new city. The Milan Pass and the Milano Card offer free tickets and discounts leading to huge savings. Here is a look at how cost-beneficial these travel cards are for you:

Milan Pass Cost-Savings

Cost of 6 prime attractions in milan.

The Milan Pass will cost you €79 while indiviually buying these attraction tickets will cost you €135.25. This is a net savings of €66.25! And that is not all, there are free tours worth €155 and additional discounts on tours and shopping and dining. All this makes the Milan Pass irresistible and a must-buy on your next visit to Milan!

Milano Card Cost-Savings

Plus, you get access to free public transport! The cost of one metro ticket is €1.50 and is valid for 90 minutes. Imagine accessing it for two complete days! You will be saving a ton of money just on public transport with the Milano Card. Plus, you also get additional discounts on the attractions in the city.

Ideally, visitors spend at least 2 days in the city and both the Milan Pass and the Milano Card are suitable options for exploring the city. You can choose either of the cards based on your requirements.

• Budget conscious Milan Pass is a complete experience and includes free tickets to all the important attractions and tours and even includes public transport. However, if you want a more basic ticket and want the benefits of public transport plus discounts then the Milano Card is suitable for you.
• Time conscious If you are looking at something that will specifically save time then you should look out for the Milan Pass. The Hop-on Hop-off Bus tour will take you across all the spots in the city in a day’s time and the free tickets to important attractions will help you save time spent in standing in queues.
• Set your own pace If you are in Milan for a few days and want to explore the city at your own pace without a specific agenda, then the Milano Card is ideal for you. It offers free public transport and free tickets to a few attractions plus big discounts on all others. This way you can choose where you want to go.
• Expansive options If you are looking for flexibility and array of options, then both the cards are well suited for the purpose. Both the Milan Pass and Milano Card offer discounts on attraction tickets, tours, experiences as well as shopping and entertainment venues.
• Kid friendly If you are traveling with kids then you should prefer going for the all-inclusive Milan pass. This way you get the free Hop-on Hop-off Bus tour which is ideally suited for kids, you don’t have to walk much and yet get to experience all the spots. 

Both the Milan Pass and Milano Card can be purchased either online, or from various tourist information centers in Milan. Note, even if you purchase the Milan Pass online, you are required to exchange this voucher for a physical pass at Milan Visitor Center in order to start using it.

Milan Pass Offline Pick Up Points

• Milan Visitor Center(Location: Via Cusani, 18,20121, Milan)

Milano Card Offline Pick Up Points

• City centre: Highline Gallery, Via Silvio Pellico 2 (near the Duomo) , 4th floor. Open every day from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. • Milano Centrale railway station: Milan Visitor Center, ground floor, west wing of the Milan Centrale Railway Station. Open every day from 9:00 AM to 2.00 PM and 3.00 PM to 7.00 PM

Are the trams free in Milan?

No, they're not free. A single ticket costs 1.50€ and is valid for 90 minutes.

Is Milan a walkable city?

Yes! Milan's top tourist attractions are within walkable distance from each other.

How does the Milano Card work?

MilanoCard includes several services, including a free admission to all kinds of public transport in the city!

How many days do you need in Milan?

At least two days would be ideal if you want to comfortably cover all the top sites the city has to offer!

Does Milan have a metro?

Yep! It's got 4 lines and is famous for being the most extensive metro network in Italy, spanning at 94.5 k.m.

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Milano Card vs Milan City Pass Review: Tourist Sightseeing

The tourist passes in Milan are very popular. Come find out how the Milan Pass compares to the Milano Card and which ones is  worth getting. These cards both offer unique discounts and tourist access help visitors see all the best cultural sites in Milan at a affordable price. The pass costs the same no matter how many sites you visit, so be sure to check out as many as you can.

Every traveler’s plan consists of many budgeting and planning when visiting a city like Milan. They all want to get the best value for their money and to be certain they will see as much as possible of what Milan has to offer. One of the best ways to do this is to get advantage of a travel card or a travel pass.

Milan offers different possibilities to save up to 20%-50% of your tour costs with passes, travel cards and so called skip the line tickets. All of them beside savings, help better planing, you’ll be updated with all new tours and new experiences, and first of all it will save your time without waiting in long queues at some top Milan attractions.

Good to Know

Everything visitors need to know about the Milan city passes that believe or not, even some Milanesi don’t know how it works.

• Is it worth getting Milan pass and what to expect?
• What’s the different between – MilanoCard and city pass?
• What sites and museums you can visit for free with the pass?
• Where can you buy the pass or Milano card?
• Skip the line passes and tickets

What to Expect

Whenever you decide to purchase this pass, there are two main advantages for every visitors. The first one is convenience and easy to use. The second one, not less important, is entirely economical.

When it comes to convenience, the ‘Skip the line’ feature is sometimes the most important. It’s nice to know you can just show up and go right to the front of the line. This is most important at the Last Supper, where lines can be long, not only in high season.

Another advantage of the pass is a comprehensive city map and audio guide of Milan, included in the package. Particularly recommended is ticketbar the Last Supper including ‘skip the line’ with audio-guide! Another service that will be of a great help is the cognition to have a free access to any of Milan transportation means, from excellent metro, bus and tram network.

Looking at the pass from economical view, it all depends how long you are going to stay in Milan. If you are in Milan for a day, it will not be a big savings. From the point of view of savings:

The pass is worth getting it if:

• If you intend to visit at least 3 to 4 museums or most important Milan monuments in a period of two days .
• If you use Milan metro network including trams and bus more than 8 times in 3 days.

It won’t be worth getting it if:

• If you are not interested visiting more than 2 museums or only few most important Milan’s monuments in less than two days .
• If your visit will be concentrating in the strict center of town where you don’t need to use public transportation much.

Pass vs Card

Many of you,maybe, don’t know that there are two passes at your disposal:

Milan City Pass

Milano card.

Let’s see going through the specifics of each card to explain the difference between these cards and offer guidelines on how you can purchase these cards and get the most value for money.

This pass is available for 48 and 72 hours stay in Milan. In two/three days visitors can choose to visit any of the ten landmarks in the city for free. This pass also includes some free tours like the wine tasting tours and exclusive shopping tours.

Depending on provider most of 48/72 hours passes offer free ride on the Milan Hop-on Hop-off bus Tour or unlimited free travel on the public transport.

There are practically two types of these passes. The standard and full pass. The first one incorporates free admission to eight top Milan attractions including La Scala. Visitors will get also an ease to follow city map and Milan guidebook .

Free entrance to attractions included with standard Milan pass:

• Duomo terraces and museum
• La Scala Museum and Theater (free entrance or discount on a guided tour)
• Brera Art Gallery (free entrance or discount on a guided tour)
• La Triennale Museum
• Art and Science Museum
• San Siro stadium and museum tour
• The World of Leonardo museum
• Vigna di Leonardo

Standard pass gives to the visitors the choice between free hop-on hop off city sightseeing bus ticket or 48-hours travel on public Milan transport around the city.

Full Milan pass – offers all benefits of the standard one, plus both free city sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus ticket and free city public transport.

Where to get this pass?

All passes are available online. Viator offers both standard and full version, 48 or 72 hours. Here is the standard 48 hours pass with departure point from Milan Central Station, at ground floor where is Milan Visitor Center .

On ticketbar.eu visitors can purchase 48 hours Milan City pass for only 69€ that includes free entrance to 12 Milan museums, 6 free tours, discounts in 7 restaurants from 5 € to 10 %, and some shopping discounts. The pass also include the choice between Hop-on hop-off tour or public transport.

What is Milano Card? It’s available only online and it can be used directly via your smartphone or downloading the Milano Card App. While the Milan Pass is applicable for 48 and 72 hours, Milan Card offers three alternatives: For 24, 48 and 72 hours.

What does Milan Card include? Milano card website offers the following services when you purchase the card online:

• Free public transport for 24h,48h or 72h
• Free personal driver for one ride
• Discounted rates for Airport Bus Malpensa , Linate and Bergamo airport

Free entrance to following museums and important Milan sights: Rooftop Vittorio Emanuele Gallery , Duomo Milan Cathedral Rooftop , La Scala Theater Museum, Leonardo Last Supper , San Siro Stadium and Museum, The World of Leonardo museum, Branca Tower (Sempione park). Poldi Pezzoli Museum, Casa Milan (Milan Football club), Bagatti Valsecchi Museum and Sforza Castle.

Important notes : Not all museums offer free entrance, Some apply discounted rates from 10% to 100%. When you get to Milan, exchange your voucher for the Milano Card at Milan Visitor Center in Milan Central station, located on the ground floor on the west side. Open in Google maps ! Milan Visitor Center is open everyday from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Skip the Line

Not all visitors need to buy Milan pass or Milano Card. A visitor who has less than 24 hours will not need to buy neither pass nor card. For example, if you are short with time purchasing a Milan card for only 8 € for 24 hours, won’t be of a great advantage.

Milano Card for 24 hours offers free use of public transportation and free entrance to many civic museum as well to some top city highlights, but when you are bounded with time, it won’t be of a great help.

So what to do in this case? The only solution will be to plan carefully what you would like to see in Milan. The problem always comes up with some top sights that must be visited. Let’s suppose you are in Rome less than a day, you’ll probably consider Rome Colosseum and Vatican museum (Sistine Chapel and St.Peter church) to be your priority

Like in every city you visit there are the most packed sights like Paris, London or Rome and Florence in Italy. Milan is also one of them where some sights are guaranteed to be crowded. The time in most cases is the most important and precious for visitors.

But fortunately there’s always a strategy or shortcut that can break you out of the crowds, a guided tour that includes last-minute reservations, like Milan pass with line-skipping privileges or just tickets for a single skip the line city sights.

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14 Best Travel Credit Cards of July 2024

Best travel cards main takeaways.

• Money has evaluated hundreds of credit cards, comparing their fees, benefits, welcome offers, travel insurance policies and more.
• The top credit cards for travel offer high rewards on travel purchases, which can be redeemed for airfare, hotel nights, cash back, statement credits or more.
• Our picks feature the best travel cards for every budget and include no-annual-fee, low-annual-fee, premium and business cards.

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• 46 travel credit cards evaluated
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Our Top Picks for Best Travel Credit Cards

Best no-annual-fee travel credit cards.

• Bank of America® Travel Rewards Credit Card – Best no-annual-fee travel card for flat rate rewards
• Bilt Mastercard® – Best no-annual-fee travel card for paying rent
• Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card – Best no-annual-fee card for travel partners
• Chase Freedom Unlimited® – Best no-annual-fee travel card for domestic travel
• Discover it® Miles Credit Card – Best no-annual-fee travel card for simple rewards
• Wells Fargo Autograph℠ Card – Best no-annual-fee travel card for everyday spending

Best low-fee-annual-fee travel credit cards

• Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card – Best travel card for flat-rate rewards
• Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card – Best travel card for flexible rewards

Best premium travel credit cards

• American Express® Gold Card – Best travel card for dining
• Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card – Best low-cost premium travel card
• Chase Sapphire Reserve® – Best premium travel credit card
• The Platinum Card® from American Express – Best travel card for lounge access

Best business travel credit cards

• The Business Platinum Card® from American Express – Best business travel card

Best airline travel credit cards

• United℠ Explorer Card: Best airline credit card

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Best no-annual-fee travel credit cards.

• No annual fee
• No foreign transaction fees
• Earns 1.5x points on all purchases
• No bonus category for travel
• Few benefits compared to other cards
• Limited redemption options

Why we chose it: The Bank of America® Travel Rewards Credit Card is an easy-to-use card best suited for travel reward beginners or those who are already Bank of America customers.

Some cardholders can earn up to 75% more points if they are Bank of America Preferred Rewards members — that’s up to 2.62 points for every dollar spent.

However, the card doesn’t offer hotel and airline point transfer partners, travel insurance or extended warranty and purchase protection. Additionally, you can only redeem your points as statement credit to cover travel and dining purchases.

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• No annual or foreign currency conversion fee (Click herehttps://www.wellsfargo.com/credit-cards/bilt/terms/">here; for rates and fees)
• Use it to pay your rent and earn rewards without incurring any processing fees
• You can earn double points on all purchase categories (except rent payments) on the first of every month (up to 10,000 points)
• Earn 2x points on travel (when booked directly through an airline, hotels, car rental agencies and cruise lines)
• No welcome bonus or introductory APR period
• Points redeemed for statement credits are worth 0.55 cents each
• You must make at least five transactions in a statement period to earn points
• Rent payments can only be made to one rental property per month

Why we chose it: The Bilt Mastercard® lets you earn travel rewards on rent payments without incurring any processing fees — unlike most credit cards that typically charge around 2.5% to 2.9% per rent payment.

You can use the card to pay rent without worrying about surcharges. Once you get approved for the card, all you have to do is set up an account through the Bilt app or website and use your assigned routing and account number to pay rent through your usual payment portal. You can also use your card even if your landlord only accepts checks, and Bilt will send a check on your behalf.

Additionally, Bilt doubles the card’s rewards rates on the first of every month, which means you can earn 6x points on dining, 4x points on travel and 2x points on other purchases (up to 10,000 points per month). However, this bonus doesn’t apply to rent rewards.

On the downside, the Bilt Mastercard® doesn’t offer a welcome bonus, and points redeemed for statement credits are only worth 0.55 cents each.

• Can transfer your miles to 16 travel partners
• Earns 5x miles per dollar on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel
• Doesn't earn bonus points on airfare
• No domestic travel partners

Why we chose it: The Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card is a great option if you’re looking for a no-annual fee travel credit card with a simple rewards structure.

You can use your miles to book travel through the Capital One Travel portal or as a statement credit to cover travel purchases made from airlines, hotels, rail lines, car rental agencies and more.

You can also transfer your points to one of Capital One’s 16 travel partners, which include international airlines such as Avianca and British Airways. This option is notable since travel credit cards with no annual fee don’t typically offer the option to transfer your reward to airline and hotel partners.

However, the card’s list of bonus categories is limited compared to some other no-annual-fee credit cards, and Capital One doesn’t offer bonus points on airfare booked through Capital One Travel.

• Includes trip cancellation/interruption and car rental insurance
• Features a high flat cash back rate combined and popular bonus categories
• 3% foreign transaction fee

Why we chose it: The Chase Freedom Unlimited® is the best credit card for traveling domestically. It offers a 1.5% flat cash back rate on most purchases plus it has several appealing bonus categories, including travel and dining.

This card charges a 3% foreign transaction fee, that is, on any transactions made in currency other than US dollars. However, if you mostly travel within the U.S., this card is an excellent option.

For one, you’ll earn an additional 1.5% on each of the card’s bonus categories during the first year of card membership (or up to the first $20,000 spent).

Also, although using this card abroad is not recommended, you can still use it to book international trips while you’re home, and you’ll earn 5% cash back if you book it through Chase Travel℠.

You can redeem your rewards for cash back, travel, gift cards and even transfer them to other cards that earn Chase Ultimate Rewards® points. It’s also worth noting that this card is one of the few no-annual-fee credit cards with rental car coverage and trip cancellation and interruption insurance.

• No annual or foreign transaction fees
• Discover matches the total miles you earned at the end of the first year
• Earns 1.5x miles on all purchases
• See your FICO score on the Discover mobile app, online and on statements
• Few benefits compared to other travel cards
• Doesn't include extended warranty or purchase protection

Why we chose it: The Discover it® Miles Credit Card is a no-frills card ideal for travelers who don’t want to keep track of bonus categories, earning caps or redemption values.

The card earns a flat 1.5x miles on all eligible purchases without any annual caps. You can redeem your miles for statement credits and account deposits at a rate of 1 cent per mile. You can also use your rewards through Amazon and PayPal checkout with the same value.

Also, the card’s welcome bonus is easily one of the best in the market: Discover matches every mile you’ve earned at the end of your first membership year — without any spending requirements.

However, while the Discover it® Miles Credit Card is a great starter travel card, its lack of bonus categories could hinder your reward-earning potential in the long run. Additionally, Discover cards aren’t as widely accepted internationally as Visa Signature and World Mastercard, for example.

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• Earn 3x points on restaurants, travel, gas stations, select streaming services and cell phone plans
• Includes cell phone protection plan
• No airline or hotel transfer partners
• Doesn't include travel insurance
• Netflix and HBO are not eligible for streaming bonus

Why we chose it: The Wells Fargo Autograph℠ Card is the best travel reward card for everyday spending, offering high rewards on several popular spending categories, including travel, dining, gas, streaming services and cell phone plans.

Its travel bonus category is particularly noteworthy because you can earn points regardless of where you make your reservations, whether it’s directly with an airline or through a third-party travel site like Booking.com. (Most travel credit cards limit travel rewards to bookings made exclusively through the card issuer’s travel portal.)

The card also includes rental car insurance and a cell phone protection plan when you use it to pay your monthly bill.

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Best Low-Annual-Fee Travel Credit Cards

• Earn 2x miles per dollar on most purchases
• Up to $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck(R)
• Includes travel accident and car rental insurance
• Fewer bonus categories than other cards with a similar annual fee ($95)
• Doesn't offer travel rewards for flights
• Car rental insurance is secondary

Why we chose it: The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is the best credit card for travel miles if you want to earn a high reward rate and not worry about bonus categories.

The Capital One Venture Rewards is ideal for those who want to get the most out of their spending without worrying about tracking bonus categories and spending caps.

You can redeem your miles on the Capital One travel portal and as statement credits to cover travel purchases at a value of one cent per mile. Additionally, you may transfer your miles to more than 15 airline and hotel partners.

However, keep in mind that Capital One doesn’t have domestic travel partners, which can be a drawback if you mainly travel within the U.S.

• Points are worth 25% more when redeemed for travel purchases through Chase TravelSM
• Receive a point bonus each account anniversary
• Includes primary rental car insurance
• Earn 3x per $1 on dining, including eligible delivery and takeout meals, select streaming services and grocery purchases
• $95 annual fee
• Doesn't offer a Global Entry/TSA PreCheck(R) application fee credit

Why we chose this card: The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is the best travel credit card for frequent travelers who want to earn valuable rewards while paying a low annual fee.

The card features six reward categories that offer outstanding rewards on flights, hotels, restaurants and more. You can redeem your points for statement credits, account deposits, gift cards and more. But you can get the most bang for your buck by redeeming them for travel purchases through the Chase Travel℠ portal, which increases your point’s usual one-cent value by 25%.

You can redeem your points for statement credits, account deposits, gift cards and more. But you can get the most bang for your buck by redeeming them for travel purchases through Chase Travel℠, which increases your point’s usual one-cent value by 25%.

You can also transfer your points to one of Chase’s 14 travel partners at a 1:1 ratio (one Chase point equals one hotel point or airline mile). These include popular airlines and hotels like JetBlue, Southwest, United, Marriott and Hyatt.

Best Premium Travel Credit Cards

• Earns 4x points on restaurants worldwide, takeout and food delivery within the U.S.
• Up to $120 in annual dining credits, issued as a $10 statement credit per month for select restaurants (enrollment required)
• Up to $120 as Uber Cash annually ($10 per month) for food delivery orders and rides in the U.S. after you add the American Express(R) Gold Card to your Uber account
• Earn 4x points at U.S. supermarkets (on up to $25,000 per calendar year, then 1x)
• High annual fee ($250)
• Includes few travel perks and insurance policies compared to similarly priced cards

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Why we chose it: The American Express® Gold Card is ideal for foodies, offering a high reward rate at restaurants worldwide and U.S. supermarkets, takeout and food delivery. (Terms apply.)

The American Express® Gold Card also offers statement credits worth up to $240 combined — almost enough to offset the card’s $250 annual fee. These include:

• Up to $120 every year in dining credits ($10 per month) for select restaurants and food delivery services. The list includes Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, Milk Bar and Shake Shack (Enrollment required)
• Automatically get $10 monthly in Uber Cash to use on Uber Eats or Uber rides in the U.S. (after you add the American Express® Gold Card to your account)
• $100 credit for dining, spa services and other activities when you book a two-night minimum stay at a hotel from The Hotel Collection through American Express Travel
• Terms apply

However, note that the American Express® Gold Card offers fewer travel perks than some other premium cards — for instance, it doesn’t offer trip cancellation and interruption insurance or TSA PreCheck® or CLEAR® Plus fee credits.

• 10,000 bonus miles every year
• Statement credit of up to $300 for bookings made through Capital One Travel
• Up to a $100 credit on Global Entry or TSA PreCheck(R)
• Skip the line and get car upgrades when renting a car with Hertz
• High annual fee ($395)
• Fewer bonus categories than other premium cards
• No domestic airline transfer partners

Why we chose it: The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card is the best credit card for travel miles if you want to earn a high reward rate and not worry about bonus categories.

The Capital One Venture X also includes noteworthy perks such as:

• 10,000 bonus miles every year (starting on your first anniversary)
• $300 annual credit for bookings through Capital One Travel
• Up to a $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®
• Access for you and two guests to 1,300+ lounges worldwide with Priority Pass™ Select and Plaza Premium Group
• Authorized users at no extra cost (many cards have an annual fee of $75 or more for each additional user)

All in all, the Venture X is a solid option that can easily compete with other premium travel cards, especially considering its more affordable annual fee.

• Up to $300 in statement credits each anniversary year to cover travel purchases
• Transfer your points to 14 travel partners (including United, Southwest, JetBlue and Marriott)
• Points worth 50% more when redeemed for travel expenses through Chase TravelSM
• Comprehensive travel insurance coverage, including emergency dental insurance
• High annual fee ($550)
• Doesn't include a cell phone protection plan

Why we chose it: The Chase Sapphire Reserve® is the best credit card for travelers looking for a high reward rate on travel and additional benefits like comprehensive travel insurance and airport lounge access worldwide.

Your points are worth 50% more when you redeem them for travel through the Chase Travel℠ portal. This means each point is worth 1.5 cents per point instead of one cent, like most travel cards. Also, the Chase Sapphire Reserve® provides several high-end benefits such as:

• $300 annual travel credit to cover travel-related purchases like airfare, hotels, car rentals, rideshares, buses, trains, tolls and/or parking
• Access for you and two guests to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide (after a one-time enrollment in Priority Pass™ Select)
• Statement credit of up to $100 every four years for Global Entry, TSA PreCheck® or Nexus

The Sapphire Reserve does have a $550 annual fee. But if you take advantage of the $300 annual credit and other perks, the benefits can definitely outweigh its cost.

• Access to the widest network of airport lounges of any card
• Complimentary elite status in the Marriott and Hilton hotel loyalty programs
• Hundreds of dollars in annual statement credits for travel, dining and more
• High annual fee ($695)
• Doesn't include baggage delay, travel accident and primary rental car insurance
• Limited bonus categories

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Why we chose this card: The Platinum Card® from American Express offers a list of premium benefits that no other travel card offers, including the widest network of airport lounges and room upgrades at Hilton and Marriott hotels. (Terms apply.)

The Platinum Card® from American Express features an impressive list of high-end travel benefits, including:

• Complimentary access to over 1,400 airport lounges, including Priority Pass, Delta SkyClub and Amex’s own Centurion lounges (enrollment required)
• Gold status in the Marriott and Hilton loyalty programs, which makes you eligible for room upgrades, free breakfast and late checkouts (enrollment required)
• $200 back each year on prepaid Fine Hotels + Resorts® or The Hotel Collection bookings made through American Express Travel and paid with your Platinum Card® (Hotel Collection bookings require a minimum two-night stay)
• Up to $200 per year when incidental fees, such as checked bags, are charged by the airline to your Platinum Card® (with one selected qualifying airline)
• Complimentary premium status in Avis Preferred®, Hertz Gold Plus Rewards®, and/or National Car Rental® Emerald Club (must enroll through your Amex online account using your card)

The Platinum Card® from American Express does have a hefty $695 annual fee. However, for people who travel often and will take advantage of its annual credits and travel perks, it might almost pay for itself.

Best Business Travel Credit Cards

• 5X points on flights and prepaid hotels booked through AmexTravel.com
• Around $1,000 in yearly statement credits for select business purchases
• Access to a wide network of airport lounges (terms apply)
• Around $600 in perks in Fine Hotels + Resorts(R) locations booked through American Express Travel (for stays of two nights)
• Secondary rental car coverage**

Why we chose it: The Business Platinum Card® from American Express features an extensive list of benefits that make it an ideal travel and business credit card.

With this card, you can access over 1,400 airport lounges worldwide, comprehensive travel insurance and extra amenities at hundreds of hotels, like daily breakfast and free internet access. Additionally, you get a $200 credit to cover baggage fees, in-flight refreshments and more and up to $100 for Global Entry or $85 for TSA PreCheck® every four or 4.5 years respectively. (Terms apply.) (Enrollment required.)

The card also offers several yearly statement credits for business-related purchases that include up to $400 per year — $200 between January and June and $200 between July and December — for U.S. purchases with Dell (enrollment required).

The Business Platinum Card® from American Express does have one of the steepest annual fees ($695) among travel credit cards, but its extensive list of benefits makes it a no-brainer for business owners who travel frequently.

Best Airline Travel Credit Cards

• Free first checked bag for you and a companion
• Up to $100 as a statement credit for Global Entry, TSA PreCheck(R) or NEXUS every 4 year
• 25% back as a statement credit on food, beverages and Wi-Fi on board United-operated flights
• Complimentary priority boarding for you and companions traveling on the same reservation
• $95 annual fee (after the first year)
• No intro APR period
• Rewards are only valuable when used with United

Why we chose it: The card_name has a low annual fee and gives you valuable benefits that make up for it, such as priority boarding for everyone on the reservation and a free checked bag for you and one companion.

Other perks the card includes are:

• Two one-time passes for United Club℠ airport lounges each account anniversary year
• 25% back as a statement credit on in-flight purchases like food, beverages and Wi-Fi
• Up to $100 every four years to cover the cost of TSA PreCheck®, Global Entry or NEXUS
• Comprehensive travel insurance (auto rental collision damage waiver, baggage delay insurance, lost luggage reimbursement, trip cancellation/interruption insurance and trip delay reimbursement)

The United℠ Explorer Card earns miles on United purchases, including tickets, inflight food, beverages, Wi-Fi and more. You also earn rewards at restaurants and select hotel stays.

You can use your miles to book flights on United Airlines or its partners, including Avianca, Lufthansa and Air Canada. You can also redeem them for seat upgrades, inflight Wi-Fi passes and more — although United miles are usually more valuable when used for airfare.

Travel Credit Cards Guide

The best credit cards for travel do more than offer high reward rates on flights and hotel stays. They also provide rewards for everyday spending and perks such as travel insurance , airport lounge access and annual statement credits.

Here’s a rundown of how these cards work:

What is a travel credit card?

Travel credit cards are tailored for frequent travelers, providing high rewards on travel-related expenses like flights, hotels, rental cars and dining. These rewards, earned as points or miles, can be used to book travel reservations. Additionally, rewards can sometimes be transferred to hotel and airline partners or be redeemed for statement credits, cash back, gift cards and more.

These cards also feature valuable perks such as no foreign transaction fees, hotel discounts, travel insurance, free checked bags and airport lounge access.

How do travel credit cards work?

Travel credit cards give you a certain number of points or miles per dollar on eligible purchases. They often offer around 5x points or more for airfare, hotel rooms, rental cars and more. Some cards may also count parking, bus fares, taxis, tolls and ferries as travel purchases.

Besides travel, you typically get additional bonus categories, such as 3x points per dollar on dining, groceries, drugstores or streaming services. All other eligible purchases usually get at least one point (1x) per dollar.

You can then redeem your points for flights, hotels, car rentals, cruises and more. Card issuers also usually let you redeem your points for non-travel options like statement credits, cash back or gift cards.

Pros and cons of travel credit cards

• Some cards offer up to 10x points per dollar on travel purchases.
• Many have additional bonus categories for dining, grocery shopping and more.
• They may include travel benefits like priority boarding, airport lounge access and late hotel checkouts.
• Points or miles can also be redeemed for cash back, statement credits, gift cards and more.
• Highest reward rates are usually limited to purchases made through the card issuer's travel portal.
• They might not offer high rewards on spending outside of the travel category.
• Some of the best ones can have steep annual fees and require good to excellent credit
• Redeeming points or miles for anything other than travel can reduce their value to less than one cent per dollar.

Types of travel credit cards

Here’s a rundown of the differences between the three main types of travel rewards credit cards:

Airline credit cards

Airline credit cards are ideal for people who regularly fly with the same airline. These cards earn miles you can redeem for flights, seat upgrades, inflight dining, airport lounge access and other travel-related purchases but typically only with the issuing airline.

Some of the best airline travel credit cards include benefits like free checked bags, priority boarding and discounts on in-flight purchases.

Hotel credit cards

With hotel credit cards, you can only redeem your points for stays, discounts and other benefits with one particular hotel chain.

For example, the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card earns points for Hilton’s loyalty program, which you can redeem for free nights in the company’s properties, including Hilton Garden Inn and Waldorf Astoria hotels.

Hotel credit cards may also offer complimentary breakfast, room upgrades, late checkouts and bonus points for purchases made during your stay.

General travel credit card

General travel credit cards are more flexible than airline or hotel cards. They aren’t affiliated with a single airline or hotel chain, so their points can be used to book flights, hotel stays, rental cars and more from different companies.

These cards may also offer useful perks for frequent travelers, like airport lounge access. They can also cover the cost of a Global Entry or TSA PreCheck® membership, which allows you to skip the long lines at airport security or customs.

How to choose a travel credit card

Picking the best travel rewards credit card boils down to how often you travel, which cardmember perks you’d benefit the most from and the categories you spend the most on.

Here are some factors to keep in mind when choosing the best card for you:

• Travel vs cash back credit cards. A travel rewards credit card offers high reward rates on travel spending, and you’ll get the most bang for your buck when you redeem your points on flights, hotels and car rentals. If you don’t take trips often but want to pile up rewards, a cash-back credit card might be a better fit. These tend to offer better rewards for everyday expenses, like gas and groceries.
• Assess your everyday spending. Many travel cards have additional bonus categories other than travel, like dining, supermarkets, streaming services and drugstores. Consider your day-to-day spending habits and pick a card with bonus categories that fit your lifestyle.
• Consider the card’s annual fees. No-annual-fee travel cards usually have few travel benefits. The best travel credit cards charge annual fees of at least $90 and can go as high as $700. However, these are often best for those that travel enough to take advantage of their benefits.
• General vs. co-branded travel cards. General travel cards have more flexible redemption options. On the other hand, co-branded cards are often tied to a specific airline or hotel, which can limit your options. Still, they do provide valuable perks like free checked bags, in-flight discounts and hotel upgrades.
• Compare extra travel perks. Some cards offer extras like annual statement credits for flights and hotels or upgrades when renting cars. Take the time to compare each card’s roster of add-ons and pick one that will best suit your travel plans.
• Compare insurance policies. The best credit card travel benefits include insurance policies that cover travel accidents, rental cars, trip cancellations and more. These policies can vary widely based on the issuer and the card’s annual-fee tier.
• Beware foreign transaction fees. Most travel credit cards don’t charge foreign transaction fees. Some cash-back cards may offer outstanding rewards for travel purchases but charge around 3% fees on purchases outside the U.S.
• Look beyond welcome offers. A 60,000-point welcome bonus can be enticing. However, it shouldn’t be your deciding factor, especially if you’ll end up paying a high annual fee without getting your money’s worth.

Making the most of your travel credit card

Here are some other tips to maximize your rewards and benefits:

• Use your card as often and strategically as possible. This way, you can earn points or miles with each purchase and redeem them for free or discounted flights, hotels and more. (Remember to pay your card off in full each month to avoid interest charges and credit card debt .)
• Consider adding an authorized user to your account. They’ll earn points with every purchase they make, and those will get added to your overall total. However, make sure to pick someone who will use the card responsibly since you’ll be legally liable if they ever fail to pay their monthly bills.
• Redeem your rewards for travel through the card issuer’s website. This redemption option usually offers the highest value compared to gift cards or merchandise, for example.
• If your card offers travel protections (like travel accident or luggage insurance), use it to pay for your passenger fares. This way, you could be reimbursed in the event of an accident or lost luggage, for example.
• Use your airline or hotel card to sign up for the company’s frequent flyer or frequent guest loyalty program. You’ll often earn extra points or miles when you’re a member and use your co-branded card to pay for flights, hotel stays and more.
• If you can transfer points from other credit cards to your travel card, take advantage of this feature. This way, you can accumulate extra points for travel booking and sometimes even increase their value.

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We ranked the best credit cards for travel based on their annual fees, benefits, reward rates and redemption flexibility.

Fees: We compared interest rates and foreign, cash advance and balance transfer fees for more than 50 credit cards. We also considered their annual fee, looking for those that offered the most for the money.

Ongoing benefits: Intro APR and bonus offers are attractive, but they can only get you so far. We focused on cards with year-round benefits such as travel insurance or cell phone protection plans.

Reward rates: We preferred cards that allow you to earn extra points from travel expenses, as well as those that provide significant bonus rewards in popular spending categories, like dining, supermarkets or streaming services.

Redemption flexibility: Our picks don’t limit your redemption options to just travel. Some let you use your points for Amazon purchases, for example. We also preferred issuers that allowed cardholders to transfer their points to airline and hotel partners.

Summary of Money’s Best Travel Credit Cards of July 2024

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For Capital One products listed on this page, some of the above benefits are provided by Visa® or Mastercard® and may vary by product. See the respective Guide to Benefits for details, as terms and exclusions apply.

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Trip Delay Insurance: Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Underwritten by New Hampshire Insurance Company, an AIG Company.

Trip Cancellation and Interruption Insurance: Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Underwritten by New Hampshire Insurance Company, an AIG Company.

Baggage Insurance Plan: Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company.

Global Assist Hotline: Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Card Members are responsible for the costs charged by third-party service providers.

Extended Warranty, Purchase Protection, Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company.

Car Rental Loss & Damage Insurance: Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company. Car Rental Loss or Damage Coverage is offered through American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.

** Car Rental Loss and Damage Insurance can provide coverage up to $75,000 for theft of or damage to most rental vehicles when you use your eligible Card to reserve and pay for the entire eligible vehicle rental and decline the collision damage waiver or similar option offered by the Commercial Car Rental Company. This product provides secondary coverage and does not include liability coverage. Not all vehicle types or rentals are covered. Geographic restrictions apply. Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions, and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company. Car Rental Loss or Damage Coverage is offered through American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.

*** Car Rental Loss and Damage Insurance can provide coverage up to $50,000 for theft of or damage to most rental vehicles when you use your eligible Card to reserve and pay for the entire eligible vehicle rental and decline the collision damage waiver or similar option offered by the Commercial Car Rental Company. This product provides secondary coverage and does not include liability coverage. Not all vehicle types or rentals are covered. Geographic restrictions apply. Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions, and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details. Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company. Car Rental Loss or Damage Coverage is offered through American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.

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