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Porta Romana in Milan

Things to Do in Porta Romana, Milan

The 16th-century Porta Romana gate marks the entrance to Milan, originally serving as the main imperial access point. The area features historical significance with remnants of the Roman walls nearby.

The 16th-century Porta Romana gate marks the entrance to Milan, originally serving as the main imperial access point. The area features historical significance with remnants of the Roman walls nearby.

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Top things to do in Porta Romana

  • WOT - Waste of Time in Porta Romana, Milan

    WOT - Waste of Time

    4.8 · 307
    Bookstore
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    10 AM – 1 PM, 3 PM – 7:30 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 1 PM, 3 PM – 7:30 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • The Farmers' Market of Porta Romana in Porta Romana, Milan

    The Farmers' Market of Porta Romana

    4.4 · 571
    Market
  • Mercato settimanale "Crema/Piacenza" in Porta Romana, Milan

    Mercato settimanale "Crema/Piacenza"

    4.3 · 322
    Market
    Mon–Thu
    Closed
    Fri
    7:30 AM – 2 PM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed

Where to eat & drink in Porta Romana

  • Trattoria Trippa in Porta Romana, Milan

    Trattoria Trippa

    4.6 · 1.8k
    Italian· €40–60

    Simple, informal and with a slightly retro feel, this restaurant serves a range of dishes from all over Italy, including the tripe which gives the restaurant its name. Unfussy and uncomplicated, the cuisine prepared by the skilful young…

    Mon–Thu
    7:15 PM – 11:30 PM
    Fri
    12:30 PM – 2:30 PM, 7:15 PM – 11:30 PM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed
  • Dongiò in Porta Romana, Milan

    Dongiò

    4.4 · 1.6k
    Italian· €20–30

    A true benchmark in the city’s dining scene, winning over palates since 1987 with its Calabrian cuisine, rich in intense aromas and generous flavors.

    Mon–Fri
    12 PM – 2:30 PM, 7 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    7 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Autem in Porta Romana, Milan

    Autem

    Restaurant· € € €

    The entrance opens onto the open kitchen where the charming chef Luca Natalini welcomes you, and who will also attend to your table with all his Tuscan flair.

    Mon
    7 AM – 10 AM
    Tue–Wed
    Closed
    Thu–Fri
    7 AM – 10 AM
    Sat
    7 AM – 10 AM
    Sun
    7 AM – 10 AM
    Website
  • Ristorante Un Posto a Milano in Porta Romana, Milan

    Ristorante Un Posto a Milano

    4.0 · 1.7k
    Italian· €€

    In the heart of Cascina Cuccagna, amid the scent of the farmers’ market and the warmth of wood from the carpentry workshop, this restaurant is an ideal retreat for enjoying a few hours outdoors, framed by the buildings of Milan.

  • Giannasi dal 1967 in Porta Romana, Milan

    Giannasi dal 1967

    4.6 · 3.8k
    Italian· €1–10

    Large, established food stall known for rotisserie chicken, fried snacks, polenta & risotto to go.

    Mon–Fri
    8:30 AM – 9 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 9 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 3 PM
  • Trattoria de la Trebia Milano in Porta Romana, Milan

    Trattoria de la Trebia Milano

    4.6 · 2.1k
    Italian· €40–80

    Charming old-world venue with a romantic wine room, for meats grilled over a fire & homemade pasta.

    Mon–Fri
    12:30 PM – 2:30 PM, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Sat
    7:30 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Trattoria del Pescatore in Porta Romana, Milan

    Trattoria del Pescatore

    4.5 · 2.2k
    Seafood· €40–80

    Rustic restaurant with exposed brick walls & beamed ceilings, specializing in Italian fish dishes.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    12:30 PM – 2:30 PM, 8 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    12:30 PM – 2:30 PM, 8 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • The Spirit in Porta Romana, Milan

    The Spirit

    4.5 · 602
    Cocktail Bar· €10–20

    Sleek hideaway specializing in craft cocktails served in warm confines with plush seating.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    6:30 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    6:30 PM – 2 AM
    Sun
    6:30 PM – 2 AM
  • Ristorante Spore in Porta Romana, Milan

    Ristorante Spore

    4.8 · 366
    Italian· €50–70

    A restaurant specializing in fermented foods with Asian and Scandinavian influences, offering tasting menus and a focus on unique flavor combinations.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Thu
    7:30 PM – 12 AM
    Fri
    7 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    7 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    Closed

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Map of Porta Romana with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1WOT - Waste of Time
  2. 2Trattoria Trippa
  3. 3Dongiò
  4. 4Autem
  5. 5Ristorante Un Posto a Milano
  6. 6Giannasi dal 1967
  7. 7The Farmers' Market of Porta Romana
  8. 8Trattoria de la Trebia Milano
  9. 9Trattoria del Pescatore
  10. 10Mercato settimanale "Crema/Piacenza"

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