Pinacoteca Ambrosiana

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Il "segno" di San Francesco: immagini di una vita

For the 800th anniversary of St Francis's death: four paintings, engravings and drawings of his life, many shown for the first time, including sheets from the Codice Resta.

Now showing1 Oct – 13 Jan 2027

Permanent Collections

Leonardo da Vinci: Ritratto di musico

Leonardo's Portrait of a Musician, the only panel painting by him in Milan, probably donated by Count Galeazzo Arconati in 1637.

Permanent collection€17

Tiziano: Adorazione dei Magi

Titian's monumental Adoration of the Magi (c. 1559-60), crowded with figures, animals and landscape, donated by Cardinal Federico Borromeo in 1618.

Permanent collection€17

Caravaggio: Canestra di frutta

Caravaggio's Basket of Fruit, a wicker basket of fruit and wilting leaves painted with startling realism and seen as a prototype of European still-life painting.

Permanent collection€17

Raffaello: Cartone preparatorio per la Scuola di Atene

Raphael's full-scale preparatory cartoon for the School of Athens fresco in the Vatican, one of the most precious works in the Ambrosiana.

Permanent collection€17

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Museo del Novecento

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Museo del Duomo di Milano

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Museo Teatrale alla Scala

Music6 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Pinacoteca Ambrosiana cost?

Standard adult admission to Pinacoteca Ambrosiana is €17. Reduced €10-13 (under 18, students, over 65), €5 ages 6-14, free under 5. Pinacoteca + Crypt of San Sepolcro €20. Prices valid until 30 September 2026.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Pinacoteca Ambrosiana?

Pinacoteca Ambrosiana is open Thu-Tue 10:00-18:00 (ticket office closes 17:30); closed Wednesdays.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Pinacoteca Ambrosiana?

Pinacoteca Ambrosiana is located at Piazza Pio XI 2, 20123 Milano, Italy, in the Centro Storico area of Milan. The nearest stations are Cordusio (M1) and Duomo (M1, M3).

What can I see at Pinacoteca Ambrosiana?

Caravaggio's fruit basket, Leonardo's Musician and Raphael's School of Athens cartoon in a 1618 gallery Current highlights include Leonardo da Vinci: Ritratto di musico, Tiziano: Adorazione dei Magi and Caravaggio: Canestra di frutta.

Do I need to book Pinacoteca Ambrosiana 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 Pinacoteca Ambrosiana?

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.