Porta Magenta, Milan

Name: Porta Magenta
Address: Milan, Italy

#348 among attractions in Milan

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Porta Magenta, formerly known as Porta Vercellina, was one of the city gates of Milan, Italy. The gate was established in the 9th century, with the Roman walls of the city; it was moved with the medieval and Spanish walls, and was finally demolished in the 19th century. The phrase "Porta Magenta" is now used to refer to the district where the gate used to be; the district is part of the Zone 7 administrative division of Milan, west of the city centre. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 45°28'5"N, 9°9'55"E

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Zona 8 (Pagano)Milan Italy

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

Nearby attractions include: Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Church of Holy Mary of Grace, Teatro alla Scala, Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci.

1.2 miE
High-end shopping in ornate 1800s arcade
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Milan
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~1570 ftSE
Church with Da Vinci's The Last Supper
Church of Holy Mary of Grace, Milan
8 min walk • The Church of Holy Mary of Grace, more commonly known as Santa Maria delle Grazie, is a renowned cultural and spiritual landmark situated in the heart of Milan, Italy. This church is a shining example of Renaissance architecture and is most famous for housing one of...
1.2 miE
Grand opera house for Italian classics
Teatro alla Scala, Milan
30 min walk • Teatro alla Scala, commonly known as La Scala, is one of the most prestigious opera houses in the world, situated in the heart of Milan, Italy. This iconic theatre, inaugurated in 1778, is renowned for its rich history in the performing arts and its sumptuous interior...
0.4 miSE
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci, Milan
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Milan, the Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci stands as a tribute to human ingenuity and a celebration of scientific progress. This expansive museum, the largest of its kind in Italy, is dedicated to the Renaissance genius...
0.6 miSE
Palace
Castello Cova, Milan
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1 miNE
Stadium hosting sports and concerts
Arena Civica, Milan
26 min walk • Nestled within the bustling metropolis of Milan, Italy, the Arena Civica stands as a testament to the city's rich sporting history. Officially known as Arena Gianni Brera, this neoclassical stadium is a multifunctional sport venue that has played an integral role in...
1.1 miNE
Shopping, Shopping district
Via Paolo Sarpi, Milan
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1 miN
Sport venue, Sport
Velodromo Vigorelli, Milan
26 min walk • Velodromo Vigorelli, also known as the Vigorelli Velodrome, is an emblematic sport venue nestled in the bustling city of Milan, Italy. Constructed in 1935, this historic velodrome has been a cornerstone in the world of cycling, playing host to numerous track cycling...
1.1 miE
Medieval palace with arcades and frescoes
Palazzo della Ragione, Milan
28 min walk • The Palazzo della Ragione is a historic building of Milan, Italy, located in Piazza Mercanti, facing the Loggia degli Osii. It was built in the 13th century and originally served as a broletto as well as a judicial seat.
0.5 miW
Palace, Gothic Revival architecture, Historical place
Casa di Riposo per Musicisti, Milan
13 min walk • The Casa di Riposo per Musicisti is a home for retired opera singers and musicians in Milan, northern Italy, founded by the Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi in 1896. The building was designed in the neo-Gothic style by Italian architect, Camillo Boito. Both Verdi and his wife, Giuseppina Strepponi are buried there.
0.6 miNE
Arch, Historical place, Monuments and statues
Arco della Pace, Milan
15 min walk • Porta Sempione is a city gate of Milan, Italy. The name is used both to refer to the gate proper and to the surrounding district, a part of the Zone 1 division, including the major avenue of Corso Sempione.

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Which popular attractions are close to Porta Magenta?

Nearby attractions include The Last Supper, Milan (8 min walk), Church of Holy Mary of Grace, Milan (8 min walk), Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci, Milan (12 min walk), San Vittore al Corpo, Milan (12 min walk).

How to get to Porta Magenta by public transport?

The nearest stations to Porta Magenta:

Tram

Conciliazione M1 • Lines: 10 (1 min walk)
Via Ariosto - Via Mascheroni • Lines: 10 (3 min walk)

Bus

Conciliazione M1 • Lines: 50, 67, 68 (2 min walk)
Via Guido d'Arezzo • Lines: 67 (3 min walk)

Metro

Conciliazione • Lines: M1 (2 min walk)
Pagano • Lines: M1 (6 min walk)

Train

Milano Nord Cadorna (13 min walk)
Milano Nord Domodossola (23 min walk)

Trolleybus

Piazza Bolivar • Lines: 90, 91 (28 min walk)
Piazza Napoli • Lines: 90, 91 (31 min walk)