Timeline
06:59
Walk through the Neoclassical gates of the Cimitero Monumentale. Arriving at opening gives you the quietest possible time to admire the lavish sculptures and impressive mausoleums before the day’s visitors arrive.
07:39
Grab a quick bite at Xi‘an. This authentic Chinese restaurant serves dishes from Northeast China and is just a short walk from the cemetery. It is a perfect spot for a warm, hearty snack before you head out.
08:09
End your outing at Rosmarino. This restaurant is open early and offers a relaxed atmosphere to sit down, digest your snack, and enjoy the late morning light in a comfortable setting.
Local tip
The Cimitero Monumentale opens at 08:00. Arriving right at opening time ensures you have the space to yourself for the first hour. Rosmarino is open from 11:00, so timing your snack at Xi‘an to finish just as the restaurant opens allows for a seamless transition.
Check before you go
- Cimitero Monumentale is open Tu-Su 08:00-18:00.
- Rosmarino is open Mo-Sa 11:00-23:00, Su 11:00-16:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Milan (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).