Porta Torre, Como

Name: Porta Torre
Address: Piazza Vittoria, Como, Italy

#7 among attractions in Como

City gate, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

Porta Torre is a main fortified tower located in the town of Como, in Lombardy. It is 40 meters high and it was built in 1192, to defend the main entrance of the city. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Romanesque architectureCoordinates: 45°48'24"N, 9°5'7"E

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Piazza VittoriaComo Italy

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Day trips

Porta Torre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tempio Voltiano, Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, Basilica of San Fedele, Villa Olmo.

0.7 miNW
Museum on scientist Alessandro Volta
Tempio Voltiano, Como
19 min walk • The Tempio Voltiano is a unique museum situated in the picturesque city of Como, Italy. This elegant edifice serves as a tribute to Alessandro Volta, a prominent physicist born in Como who is best known for his pioneering work in electricity and the invention of the...
0.9 miNW
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Football
Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, Como
22 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque city of Como, Italy, the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia offers a unique blend of sports and scenic beauty. As the main stadium in Como, it stands as a testament to the city's love for football and serves as the home ground for Como 1907, the...
~1110 ftN
Church, Romanesque architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Basilica of San Fedele, Como
6 min walk • The Basilica of San Fedele in Como is located in the city center and is dedicated to Saint Fidelis martyr. It derives from an earlier Christian church, dating from the seventh century, dedicated to Euphemia.
1.2 miNW
Museum, Architecture, Wedding hall
Villa Olmo, Como
31 min walk • Villa Olmo is a neoclassical villa located in the city of Como, northern Italy. The villa was commissioned by marquis Innocenzo Odescalchi from Swiss architect Simone Cantoni in 1797. As it was designed to be a summer retreat for the aristocracy, it was built alongside the lake.
~1900 ftN
Gothic cathedral with an ornate interior
Como Cathedral, Como
10 min walk • Como Cathedral is the Catholic cathedral of the city of Como, Lombardy, Italy, and the seat of the Bishop of Como. It is dedicated to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
0.6 miN
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Life Electric, Como
17 min walk • Life Electric is a contemporary sculpture, dedicated to the physicist Alessandro Volta. Completed in 2015 it is located in Como, Italy.
~1860 ftSW
Historic church with 2 bell towers
Basilica di Sant'Abbondio, Como
9 min walk • The Basilica of Sant'Abbondio is a Romanesque-style 11th-century Catholic basilica church located in Como, region of Lombardy, Italy.
0.9 miS
Historic watchtower with scenic views
Castello Baradello, Como
23 min walk • The Castello Baradello is a military fortification located on a 430 m high hill next to the city of Como, northern Italy.
~1750 ftN
Opera, Architecture, Theater
Teatro Sociale, Como
9 min walk • Teatro Sociale is a theatre in Como, designed by architect Giuseppe Cusi following a decision by the local nobility that a new one was needed to replace the existing 1764/65 building which was regarded as outdated.
0.4 miN
Vernacular architecture
Casa del Fascio, Como
10 min walk • The Casa del Fascio of Como, also called Palazzo Terragni, is a building located in Como, Italy, in the Piazza del Popolo, and it is one of the masterpieces of Italian Modern Architecture. It was designed by Italian architect Giuseppe Terragni.
~770 ftN
Museum, History museum
Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio, Como
4 min walk • The Paolo Giovio Archaeological Museum in Como, known historically as Palazzo Giovio, from the surname of the Como family of the same name, located at Piazza Medaglie d'Oro 1, was opened in 1897.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Porta Torre?

Nearby attractions include Museo Storico Giuseppe Garibaldi, Como (4 min walk), Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio, Como (4 min walk), Basilica of San Fedele, Como (6 min walk), Municipal library, Como (6 min walk).

How to get to Porta Torre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Porta Torre:

Bus

Viale Cattaneo - Piazza Vittoria • Lines: 5, 8 (2 min walk)
Piazza Vittoria - Via Milano • Lines: 1, 11, 1H, 6, 7, 8, C50, C52, C60, C62, C70, C71, C74 (2 min walk)

Train

Como Nord Borghi (8 min walk)
Como Nord Lago (14 min walk)