Capture Milan Differently: A Leica Photowalk at Hotel Principe di Savoia
When a city invites you to slow down and look closely, travel becomes richer, more intimate and unexpectedly meaningful. In Milan, this invitation comes not just from cobbled streets or grand piazzas, but from an experience crafted by the stately Hotel Principe di Savoia in partnership with the legendary camera maker Leica. A match made in heaven, the photowalk invites guests to wander Milan’s Brera district, not as tourists ticking boxes, but as visual storytellers exploring quiet corners of a bustling city.
See Brera Through a New Lens
The experience begins at Leica’s store near Piazza del Duomo, where you'll collect a high-end camera and receive instruction in its use. From there, you set off at your own pace, wandering the alleys of Brera with no fixed route, just the freedom to let your lens choose. From the play of light and shadow on the columns of the Pinacoteca, to the wrought-iron balconies of residential buildings, to the hidden calm of the Brera Botanical Garden — Milan reveals itself quietly to those who take the time.
This isn’t about hi-speed sightseeing. It’s about slowing down, noticing details, making space for reflection. It fits beautifully with your travel philosophy — where luxury means not only beautiful surroundings, but meaningful experiences, authenticity and connection.
A Hotel with Stories and Style
Hotel Principe di Savoia sits on Piazza della Repubblica and has been a landmark of Milanese hospitality since 1927. With elegant rooms and suites, fine dining, a spa and a reputation for exceptional service, it offers a sophisticated base for a Milan stay. More importantly, experiences like the Leica photowalk speak to a deeper principle: that staying somewhere special can also be the beginning of discovery, not just comfort.
Travel with Intention
When you book a stay or experience like this through me, here’s how it aligns with mindful travel:
Authentic city immersion: Instead of ticking off landmarks, you engage with local streets, architecture, daily life and culture.
Slow discovery: The photowalk encourages wandering, observing and reflecting — key elements of meaningful journeys.
Luxury as experience: The accommodation offers elegance and comfort, while the activity adds depth and memory.
Supporting local context: By staying at a premier Milan hotel and engaging in a locally anchored experience, you contribute to tourism that respects place and community.
Who Would This Appeal To?
Travellers with a creative streak who want to explore beyond standard tours.
Those who appreciate classic luxury but also seek substance in their stays.
Anyone looking to create visual memories, not just snapshots.
City-break travellers who want a stay that combines style with story.
How to Make It Yours
Consider adding 2–3 nights in Milan as part of a European itinerary — allowing time in the city for discovery.
Ask for the photowalk experience as part of your booking — ideally early in your stay so you can use it to explore further independently.
Bring your curiosity (and a memory card!) — an open mind is the best accessory.
Combine the stay with other local activities: strolls through the shopping streets, visits to cafés, time in galleries or exploring the canals of Navigli.
The Leica photowalk at Hotel Principe di Savoia offers more than a stylish stay in Milan. It becomes a chance to step off the beaten path, view a city with fresh eyes, and travel with intention. If this sounds like the kind of experience you value — luxury paired with meaning — then let’s plan your stay in Milan.