We love the Navigli but not the noise. Ross' apartment is perfect because it's so convenient to the canal, restaurants, shops and nightlife, but not so close that you hear any of the late night clatter. Not to be missed is the Sunday furniture market which happens once a month (there's a smaller regular market every Sunday, too). An absolutely huge assortment of great Italian vintage furniture finds extend along both sides of the canal and it's all practically right outside Ross' door. Tram is just 1/2 a block away but honestly it only takes about 25 minutes to walk to the Duomo from the apartment, so why not take a stroll and enjoy the sights? And one of Milan's highly-rated restaurants is right downstairs. The apartment itself is perfect for a couple or single traveller. It's stylish, snug and self-contained. It's also very secure -- you pass through two locking gates to reach the courtyard where the apartments are. Ross' place is just what you need for a quick city break to Milan.