Bosco Verticale

When in Milan, if you’re interested in architecture and design, do make a stop here to simply look(from outside) at the buildings around. It’s beautiful and a popular one in the industry. There’s also quite a few things like an open seating area and stuff to see around, but make sure to spot these on the map as you go as it’s not easily visible.

The vertical garden is right next to some other tall Milan buildings and a really nice park It was nice to see the vertical garden but the one on the ground was lovely. There is a great pool which overflows on the side with lots of fish insects and some birds floating there with their fledgings. There is an open air gym as well as a playground... And even some static recliners to lay back in and just soak up the sun. Best of all it's free so enjoy it :)

A very cool high-rise apartment building in Milan, notable for the massive amounts of foliage and shrubs on every balcony. Reminds me of the Arcologies from Sim City 2000! To live on the highest floors but still have trees framing your views of the city must be magnificent. The park complex surrounding the buildings is also nice

Being creative starts with an idea—sometimes wild or unexpected—and daring to spend time on it. At first, you only need to convince one person, then another, and little by little, the idea takes shape until it becomes real. One day, someone imagined that living in a multi-level building didn’t have to mean cutting yourself off from nature. Today, that “crazy” idea has turned into a tourist attraction!

These residential towers are covered with thousands of trees and plants. Stunning example of sustainable architecture. It’s an inspiring blend of modern urban living

A very nice modern district — we explored it on scooters, and the whole area is beautiful, open, and full of greenery. Definitely worth a visit, and a great spot to enjoy lunch outdoors in the park.

Walking toward the Porta Nuova district, you’ll reach the most modern part of the city. There you’ll see the famous Bosco Verticale skyscrapers, whose balconies are home to more than 900 trees. Right next door is the futuristic Gae Aulenti Square, with its fountains and the tallest building in Italy—the UniCredit Tower. It’s the perfect spot for a coffee with a view of Milan’s own Manhattan.

A truly breathtaking sight in the heart of Milan’s Porta Nuova district, Bosco Verticale (Vertical Forest) is more than just a pair of skyscrapers — it’s a bold and beautiful vision of sustainable living. Designed by architect Stefano Boeri and completed in 2014, this award-winning project reimagines what urban residential living can look like when blended with nature. The two towers, standing at 80 and 112 meters tall, are covered with over 900 trees, 5,000 shrubs, and 11,000 perennials — essentially a forest suspended in the air. It’s an architectural marvel that not only looks stunning, but also improves air quality, reduces noise, and provides natural insulation for residents. Walking nearby, you can’t help but stop and admire the lush greenery that changes with the seasons. It stands as a symbol of innovation and forward-thinking design, turning a concrete skyline into a thriving ecosystem. Whether you’re an architecture enthusiast, a nature lover, or just someone looking to see something uniquely Milanese, Bosco Verticale is a must-see. It’s a peaceful yet powerful reminder that green living and modern urban design can — and should — coexist.