Roman Theatre of Milan, Roman theatre ruins in central Milan, Italy
The Roman Theatre of Milan was built in the 2nd century to serve the city's entertainment needs during Roman times. Today you can see partial remains of the seating tiers, stage foundations, and other structural elements scattered across the site.
The theatre was built during the early imperial period as a major public venue for Roman entertainment. Around the 4th century it fell into disuse and was gradually built over, with its remains incorporated into later structures.
The theatre was a central gathering place where people from different walks of life came together to watch performances. Today you can see how this building shaped public life in Roman times and how its traces remain woven into the city's fabric.
The remains are situated beneath modern buildings and access is limited to certain areas and times. Check locally before visiting to find out which sections are currently open to the public.
Archaeological digs uncovered multiple layers of urban development stacked on top of each other across many centuries. Remarkably, pieces of the original theatre were later built directly into modern structures including the Milan Stock Exchange.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
