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ADI Design Museum

DesignOpen until 8pmFrom €15Monumentale (M5)

The ADI Design Museum houses the historical collection of the Compasso d'Oro, Italy's leading design award, founded in 1954 and recognised by the Ministry of Culture as a heritage asset of exceptional interest. Opened in 2021 in a converted industrial complex near Porta Volta, it displays the award-winning objects chronologically alongside sketches, prototypes and photographs. Temporary exhibitions and talks run alongside the permanent collection.

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Getting there

Piazza Compasso d'Oro 1, 20154 Milano, Italy

Nearest station: Monumentale (M5), Garibaldi FS (M2, M5)

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Hours

Mon10:30–20:00
Tue10:30–20:00
Wed10:30–20:00
ThuToday10:30–20:00
FriClosed
Sat10:30–20:00
Sun10:30–20:00

Admission

From €15

Reduced €12 (students, cardholders, professionals); free for children under 10, ICOM members and Abbonamento Musei holders. Cashless.

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Visitor Information

How much does ADI Design Museum cost?
Standard adult admission to ADI Design Museum is €15. Reduced €12 (students, cardholders, professionals); free for children under 10, ICOM members and Abbonamento Musei holders. Cashless.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of ADI Design Museum?
ADI Design Museum is open Open daily except Friday, 10:30-20:00 (last entry 19:15). September 2026: some areas temporarily closed for expansion works.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is ADI Design Museum?
ADI Design Museum is located at Piazza Compasso d'Oro 1, 20154 Milano, Italy, in the Porta Volta / Monumentale area of Milan. The nearest stations are Monumentale (M5), Garibaldi FS (M2, M5).
What can I see at ADI Design Museum?
Every Compasso d'Oro winner since 1954, from coffee pots to cars, in a converted industrial hall near Porta Volta. Current highlights include DesignUP – Continuity Solutions, Have you ever noticed?, Carlo Forcolini senza titolo: LIFE.
Do I need to book ADI Design Museum in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit ADI Design Museum?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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