It can be fun to find your own way around a city but most of the time you just end up getting lost while everybody else is living it up in the hot spots. Do yourself a favour and pack one of these in your hand luggage to make the most of your visit. or alternatively if it's Audio Books on Milan see the new Amazon collection as there are some real jems there.

A Hedonist’s Guide to Milan (Hg2) by Fleur Britten

To have this book fall out of your briefcase on a business trip may not seem like a good career move but your colleagues will thank you for taking them to the hippest bars and flashiest fashion boutiques after you’ve spent the flight browsing this comprehensive guide to all things indulgent and enjoyable in the city. It’s Milan darling, get fabulous!

Milan Since the Miracle: City, Culture and Identity by Dr John Foot

If you’d rather pluck out your eyes than window shop, feed your mind with this fascinating and well written account of Milan’s recent history. Ideal for the Milan visitor who wishes to add depth to their experience and for anyone interested in urban history. There’s much more to Milan than designer labels. Find out what it is. There is also an Audio version of this book about Milan.

Lonely Planet Milan Encounter

Pocket sized guide with useful pull out map. All the tips and advice you expect from the Lonely Planet people. Chapters on each neighbourhood go into detail about what each area has to offer and interviews with Milanese help you navigate the city like a local.

Time Out Milan

A good map linked to the text makes this an easy to use guide to the city. Time Out does an excellent range of city guides for thrill seekers and this one is no exception.

Frommer’s Northern Italy: Including Venice, Milan and the Lakes (Frommer’s Complete)

For those of you with time to visit the surrounding areas this book offers very comprehensive information. Not so much for the budget backpacker, this is a guide for those who intend to see Italy in style. Make the most of the beautiful scenery on Milan’s doorstep by taking a wider look at the Lombardy region.