Porta Romana Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Porta Romana
Porta Romana
Porta Romana
Porta Romana
Porta Romana

There’s no better place to enjoy the iconic Milanese shopping experience than in this sumptuous district, long frequented by the rich, famous and fashionable.

Beautiful, chic and fun are all words that can apply to both the Porta Romana district of Milan and the people who come here. Enjoy the area’s boutiques, restaurants and art or simply sit on a terrace and watch as Milan’s best-dressed stroll up and down the street.

Look away from the clothes and handbags to glance up at the decadent buildings from the 1800s and 1900s that house offices and residences for Milanese elites. Appreciate the more modern architecture of the Fondazione Prada, whose revolving art shows compete with its gold-plated Rem Koolhaas exterior. See contemporary art at the Fabbrica Orobia, an innovative gallery inside a former factory. Attend cutting-edge theater at the Teatro Franco Parenti, known for innovative shows.

The district’s history shines through the Porta Romana, a 16th-century gate on the site of the main imperial entrance historically leading to Ancient Rome. Nearby, the Monument to the Fallen statue commemorates Milanese losses during World War I. Browse for books at the concept bookstore, bar and design shop Open or tour the campus of Bocconi University.

On a hot day, cool off in the Bagni Misteriosi, a public swimming pool with a very Italian statue in the middle. For a more luxurious experience, end the day at QC Termemilano, a thermal pool and spa. Enjoy your Italian vacation with a poolside glass of champagne while looking up at the illuminated arches of Milan’s monumental architecture.

The largely pedestrian Porta Romana is in Milan’s center, well served by tram, bus and subways. Reach it in 20 minutes by bus from the central train station or in 10 minutes from the Milan Cathedral. Parking can be extremely difficult to find, so walk or take public transportation to the area.

On your travels, watch for the vermilion red of Porta Romana’s crest, marking it as one of the historic districts, or “rioni,” of Milan.


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Our pick of the best Porta Romana Hotel Deals

ibis Milano Centro

ibis Milano Centro

3 out of 5
Via Finocchiaro Aprile Camillo 2, Milan, MI
The price is AU$213 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$213
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Milan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,253 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

ibis Milano Centro
Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione

Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione

4 out of 5
P.za Fontana 3, Milan, MI
The price is AU$554 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$554
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Milan. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"One of a kind hotel in the most spectacular location A must go"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Rosa Grand Milano - Starhotels Collezione
Hotel Berna

Hotel Berna

4 out of 5
Via Torriani Napo 18, Milan, MI
The price is AU$314 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$314
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Milan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,070 reviews)
"Great hotel. Staff were really helpful. Lots of thoughtful amenities like coffee/ tea in the lobby 24hrs"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Hotel Berna
Starhotels E.c.ho.

Starhotels E.c.ho.

4 out of 5
Viale Doria Andrea 4, Milan, MI
The price is AU$257 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$257
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Milan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Loved it, so clean and spacious. Close to alot amenities and across Milano Centrale stations"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Starhotels E.c.ho.
Urban Hive Milano

Urban Hive Milano

4 out of 5
Corso Garibaldi Giuseppe 84, Milan, MI
The price is AU$313 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$313
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Milan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (792 reviews)
"Convenient location . Good vibes . Very clean modern"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Urban Hive Milano
Uptown Palace

Uptown Palace

4 out of 5
Via Santa Sofia N.10, Milan, MI
The price is AU$316 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$316
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Milan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Good location. Easy all to duomo and shopping streets"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Uptown Palace
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Porta Romana

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Guastalla

While you're in Guastalla, take in top sights like Piazza Cinque Giornate or Il Tempio Israelitico di Milano, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Via Lamarmora Tram Stop or Via Lamarmora - Via Commenda Tram Stop.

Guastalla
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Porta Vittoria

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

You might enjoy the coffee shops while in Porta Vittoria. WOW Spazio Fumetto is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Piazza Santa Maria del Suffragio Tram Stop or Viale Monte Nero - Via Spartaco Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Porta Vittoria
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Ticinese

If you're spending time in Ticinese, check out sights like Porta Ticinese or Basilica di Sant'Eustorgio and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Viale Col di Lana Tram Stop or Piazza Sant'Eustorgio Tram Stop.

Ticinese
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II showing heritage architecture, night scenes and château or palace

Milan Centre

4.5/5(119 area reviews)

Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Milan are top sights in Milan Centre, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duomo Station or Via Orefici P.za Cordusio Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

Milan Centre
Centro Storico

Centro Storico

Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Milan are top sights in Centro Storico, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Via Orefici P.za Cordusio Tram Stop or Cordusio M1 Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

Centro Storico
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II which includes interior views, shopping and heritage architecture

Scala

While you're in Scala, take in top sights like Teatro alla Scala or Piazza della Scala, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Teatro alla Scala Tram Stop or Montenapoleone M3 Tram Stop.

Scala

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