For your next stay in the Italian fashion capital, are you wondering if Milan is a dangerous city?

Indeed, when choosing your accommodation, you want to prioritize one of Milan's best neighborhoods. To do this, you'll need to identify areas to avoid or those that are dangerous for tourists.

That's why I'm sharing with you this guide to the neighborhoods of Milan with a map that will allow you to locate them.

This study is sourced from economic press articles, local newspapers and various statistics and rankings. It is a synthesis of information and figures on the level of crime in Milan and its neighborhoods.

Is Milan a dangerous city in 2025?

Milan has a reputation for being a dangerous city but it really isn't.

If we refer to the feeling of insecurity and numerous press articles, Milan would indeed be a dangerous city.

However, the crime rate in Milan is decreasing (see article on wantedinmilan.com ). But Milan remains a city where cybercrime networks and drug trafficking are organized. See the annual report produced by the Regional Security Office of the U.S. Consulate in Milan.

Finally, if we refer to the Numbeo ranking of crime in European cities , in 2025 Milan is ranked 52nd out of 158 European cities ranked.

With a relatively low crime index of 44,21 , Milan's level of danger is therefore moderate. Milan is notably less crime-ridden than Rome , Naples , Paris , Toulouse , Barcelona , ​​or London.

Milan a dangerous city for tourists?

YES and NO: Milan is not a city where tourists are truly in danger like Rio de Janeiro or Mexico City , but it is not 100% safe!

Indeed, tourists are targeted by pickpockets, robbers, scams, and credit card fraud. This is confirmed by the article " Italy's Most Dangerous Cities, " which ranks Milan as the most dangerous city in Italy for tourists.

So, as in the majority of European cities or large capitals, tourists must be vigilant, particularly in public transport, around tourist sites, in and around train stations and airports.

However, the real danger in Milan isn't directed at tourists. It stems from multiple factors (mafia, drugs, cybercrime, trafficking of all kinds, delinquency, unemployment, etc.). This insecurity is limited to certain neighborhoods where tourists don't typically go. That's why you absolutely shouldn't miss out on visiting Milan!

Now let's see how to spot dangerous neighborhoods in Milan.

Dangerous neighborhoods in Milan

To help you identify the best and worst neighborhoods in Milan, here's a map you can zoom in on: Google Maps

Here are the main districts of Milan considered to be the most dangerous:

Fourth Oggiaro

The Oggiaro district is located in the northwestern suburbs of Milan in zone 8. It is reputed to be one of the most dangerous in Milan.

Lambrate

This neighborhood in northeast Milan is quite far from the city center. Lambrate has a reputation for being dangerous, but it is undergoing a major transformation.

Giambellino-Lorenteggio

These two neighborhoods are quite close to the city center and are known for their drug trafficking, insecurity, and filth. See article on ilgorniale.it.

San Siro

West of Milan's city center, San Siro is known for its stadium, racecourse, and green spaces. But this neighborhood also has a dark side, with its dilapidated old buildings and insecurity. See the article on milanocittastato.it.

Via Gola

The Via Gola district is often described as an abandoned ghetto on the outskirts of Milan. To understand why this area has such a bad reputation, read the article on vita.it.

Corvette

Here's another rough neighborhood in Milan where it's best not to walk around at night: Corvetto. Located in Mazzini , near the center of Milan, this troubled area has its own Corvetto metro station.

Neighborhoods to avoid in the center of Milan

Without being as dangerous as the neighborhoods I just mentioned, in the center of Milan, there are also areas to avoid:

Neighborhood to avoid in Milan - Chinatown

The Chinatown district is located right next to the historic center. Since the arrival of shaboo (a drug consumed by Asian communities) in Italy, Chinatown has become a troubled area.

While it is nice to eat there for lunch, it is highly inadvisable to choose your hotel.

Neighborhood to avoid in Milan - Centrale

The Central district , especially around the train station, is also an area of ​​Milan to avoid. Prostitutes, fights, and assaults are common in this area after nightfall.

Best neighborhoods Milan

Among the safest neighborhoods in Milan, I present below the most beautiful and interesting for tourists.

The fashion district in Milan

It's not really a neighborhood but rather an area in the city center bordered by four streets: Via Montenapoleone, Via Alessandro Manzoni, Via della Spiga, and Corso Venezia. It's one of the most beautiful areas in Milan, home to the boutiques of major fashion designers and stylists. See where this fashion district is located in Milan: Google Maps Location

It is also in the fashion district that we find the most beautiful palaces of Milan.

Milan historic center

The historic center area, particularly around the Duomo cathedral (Piazza del Duomo), is a safe (strong police presence) and very lively area. This area is ideal for visiting Milan and enjoying its art galleries and museums. See its location

Best area Milan - Brera

Here is one of the most beautiful districts of Milan in the heart of the historic center: Brera

Chic, rich and elegant, Brera is also a neighborhood without insecurity (apart from thefts). It is a very pleasant district with its opera house, its pedestrian streets, its good restaurants, its beautiful boutiques and its art galleries.

Most beautiful district Milan - Navigli

Known for its two canals, Milan's Navigli district is the most picturesque area of ​​the city. Romantic, a bit like Venice, authentic, and very lively with its bars and restaurants, it's a trendy neighborhood that I highly recommend.

Where to stay in Milan?

Here is a magnificent apartment in one of Milan 's most beautiful neighborhoods, safe and ideal for sightseeing :

For those looking for a good, well-located hotel (1 minute from the Cathedral) at a low price, here's the best value for money: See this cheap accommodation in Milan