MUDEC Museo delle Culture

What's On

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Matisse: The World in a Room

About 100 works tracing how African, Islamic, Russian, Pacific and Chinese art reshaped Henri Matisse, with objects and fabrics from his own collection.

Now showing8 Oct – 21 Feb 2027€16

Permanent Collections

Global Milan. The World Seen from Here

Free permanent display in three halls: Potosí silver and the Settala collection, Asian trade and chinoiserie, and Italy's colonial encounters with Africa.

Permanent collectionFree

The Collections: MUDEC Storerooms

Ground-floor visitable storerooms holding the civic collections from Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas, arranged by region. Visits by appointment.

Permanent collectionFree

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Visitor Information

Is MUDEC Museo delle Culture free to visit?

Yes, general admission to MUDEC Museo delle Culture is free. Permanent collection and the Deutsche Bank Artist of the Year show are free. Temporary exhibitions are ticketed separately (e.g. Matisse: EUR 16 full, EUR 14 reduced).. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.

What are the opening hours of MUDEC Museo delle Culture?

MUDEC Museo delle Culture is open Permanent collection: Tue-Sun 9:30-19:30, Thu until 22:30; closed Mon. Temporary exhibitions also open Mon 14:30-19:30. Last entry 1 hour before closing. Holidays: 7 Dec 9:30-19:30; 24 & 31 Dec 9:30-14:00; 25 Dec and 1 Jan 14:30-19:30.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is MUDEC Museo delle Culture?

MUDEC Museo delle Culture is located at Via Tortona 56, 20144 Milano MI, Italy, in the Tortona / Porta Genova area of Milan. The nearest stations are Sant'Agostino (M2), California (M4) and Coni Zugna (M4).

What can I see at MUDEC Museo delle Culture?

David Chipperfield's glowing ex-factory in Tortona, where world cultures meet blockbuster art shows. Current highlights include Matisse: The World in a Room, Global Milan. The World Seen from Here and The Collections: MUDEC Storerooms.

Do I need to book MUDEC Museo delle Culture in advance?

MUDEC Museo delle Culture is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Permanent collection and the Deutsche Bank Artist of the Year show are free. Temporary exhibitions are ticketed separately (e.g. Matisse: EUR 16 full, EUR 14 reduced).. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.

When is the best time to visit MUDEC Museo delle Culture?

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.

Is MUDEC Museo delle Culture accessible?

Step-free access via ramps and lift; wheelchairs available on request at the entrance.