Milan means style as La Scala means opera. This magnificent theatre was built in 1778 to replace one destroyed by fire. The new construction is large enough to seat 2000 people and was then nearly destroyed in WWII bombing raids. Thankfully it was restored and reopened in 1946. Spend some time in the Museo Teatrale alla Scala (Largo Ghiringhelli 1) to explore the rich history of the opera house with memorabilia from past divas such as Maria Callas, and probably a good alternative if you are an opera fan and missed getting tickets to a performance. Open 9am to 6pm, €5.