Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci

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Under Milano: Imaginary maps

Sergio Raffaele and Tiziano Demuro's photographs of Milan's metro as a hidden, metaphysical city, shown among the trains of the Railway Pavilion.

Now showing17 Feb – 14 Mar 2027€13

Sociocromie: 100 Years in 25 Colours

Giulio Ceppi's exhibition retells a century of Italian history through 25 colours of everyday speech, from the Red Brigades and blue collars to Covid-19 red zones.

Now showingOngoing€13

Permanent Collections

Robotic Voice Activated Word Kicking Machine

Neil Mendoza's surreal installation turns spoken words into text that a robotic foot kicks around, probing how we talk to machines like AI voice assistants.

Permanent collection€13

Rail Transport

A Liberty-style station hall with real locomotives on four platforms, from the 1900 E 430, Italy's first electric, to the Gr 552 steam engine and Milan's Gamba de Legn tram.

Permanent collection€13

Naval Transport

One of Italy's key naval collections, 3,300+ items: the Stella Polare's bow from the 1900 polar expedition, the training ship Ebe and a transatlantic liner's bridge.

Permanent collection€13

Space

Exploring the cosmos from antiquity to today: Schiaparelli's Merz-Repsold telescope, interactive exhibits and the only moon rock fragment on display in Italy.

Permanent collection€13

Infinity: Universal Everything

Generative-art pioneers Universal Everything show Infinity, an endless parade of code-born creatures, and Kinfolk, an AI installation that morphs with visitors' movements.

Permanent collection€13

S-506 Enrico Toti Submarine

Italy's first post-war submarine, displayed beside the Rail Transport Building; board it on a separate-ticket guided tour (in Italian only).

Permanent collection€13

Leonardo da Vinci Galleries

The world's largest permanent exhibition on Leonardo as engineer and humanist: 170 historical models, artworks and antique volumes over 1,300 m², from Florence to Sforza Milan.

Permanent collection€13

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Cenacolo Vinciano (Leonardo's Last Supper)

Art4 min walk

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Castello Sforzesco

Architecture12 min walk

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Triennale Milano

ArchitectureFree12 min walk

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Pinacoteca Ambrosiana

Art14 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci cost?

Standard adult admission to Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci is €13. €8 for ages 3-26 and over-75s; free under 3. Toti submarine guided tour +€10.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci?

Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci is open Tue-Fri 9:30-17:00, Sat-Sun 9:30-18:30; closed on working Mondays. Last entry 1 hour before closing. Closed 24-25 December and 1 January; special openings 9:30-18:30 on Mon 7 and Tue 8 December 2026.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci?

Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci is located at Via San Vittore 21, 20123 Milano, Italy, in the Sant'Ambrogio area of Milan. The nearest stations are Sant'Ambrogio (M2, M4) and Cadorna (M1, M2).

What can I see at Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci?

Italy's largest science museum: Leonardo's machines, a Cold War submarine, a moon rock and a transatlantic liner's bridge. Current highlights include Robotic Voice Activated Word Kicking Machine, Rail Transport and Naval Transport.

Do I need to book Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci 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 Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci?

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.