Milan and “quiet” rarely feature in the same sentence. The glamorous Italian city is lively and dynamic every day of the year, and no matter the season you’ll always find people sipping coffee in cafes, meandering between high-end boutiques, and at least a couple of events drawing in the crowds.

With that said, some months of the year will be more appealing for a visit than others, based on what you want from your trip. Whether you’re after beautiful weather, Fashion Week events or just looking to avoid the crowds, here’s our guide to the best time to visit Milan.