Porta Romana is one of the most fascinating quarters of Milan, located to the south-east of the historic center. Its name derives from the namesake portal, a monumental arch built in 1598 to celebrate the triumphal entrance of Margherita d'Austria, future…
Porta Romana is one of the most fascinating quarters of Milan, located to the south-east of the historic center. Its name derives from the namesake portal, a monumental arch built in 1598 to celebrate the triumphal entrance of Margherita d'Austria, future moglie of Philip III of Spain. This quarter combines history, culture and modernity, offering a variety of attractions and places of interest
Luoghi di Interesse a Porta Romana
Fondazione Prada: Located in a former distillery founded by architect Rem Koolhaas, it is a cultural center dedicated to contemporary art, with innovative displays and cinema.
Bagni Misteriosi: Part of the Franco Parenti Theater, this public pool offers spas for relaxation and cultural activity, transforming itself into a location for events during the winter.
Rotonda della Besana: Baroque complex with a circular portico that hosts cultural events and a green area ideal for relaxation.
Mercato di Porta Romana: Si venerdì ogni mattina tra le vie Crema, Piacenza e Giulio Romano, offering fresh and specialità local products.
Zone Limitrofe e Punti di Interesse
Guastalla: To the north of Porta Romana, there is the Giardini della Guastalla, one of the oldest gardens in Milan, with a baroque basque and green ampie area.
Ticinese: A ovest, note per le Colonne di San Lorenzo e la Basilica di Sant'Eustorgio, oltre a vivace vita noturna.
Porta Vittoria: This is the presence of the Palazzo di Giustizia and the Sormani Library, one of the main public libraries of the city.
Bocconi: South, headquarters of the Bocconi University, with an international student population and numerous cafes and libraries.
This quarter presents a perfect synthesis of the fascination of historical Milan and the liveliness of contemporary life, making it an unmissable goal for anyone visiting the city.