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Pinacoteca di Brera

ArtClosed · Opens 8:30amFrom €20Lanza (M2)

The Pinacoteca di Brera is Milan's principal public art gallery, holding one of the foremost collections of Italian painting from the 13th to the 20th century. Founded in 1776 alongside the Brera Academy in the Palazzo Brera, it grew under Napoleon into a showcase of masterpieces gathered from across northern Italy. Highlights include Mantegna's Lamentation over the Dead Christ, Raphael's Marriage of the Virgin, Piero della Francesca's Montefeltro Altarpiece, Caravaggio's Supper at Emmaus and Hayez's The Kiss. Since December 2024 the nearby Palazzo Citterio completes the "Grande Brera" with its modern collections.

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Getting there

Via Brera 28, 20121 Milano, Italy

Nearest station: Lanza (M2), Montenapoleone (M3), Cairoli (M1)

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Hours

MonClosed
Tue08:30–19:15
Wed08:30–19:15
ThuToday08:30–19:15
Fri08:30–19:15
Sat08:30–19:15
Sun08:30–19:15

Admission

From €20

Reduced €4 for ages 18-25; free under 18 and for eligible categories. Grande Brera ticket also covers Palazzo Citterio within 7 days. Free with reservation on the first Sunday of the month. Booking mandatory.

Nearby

Palazzo Citterio

Art2 min walk

Museo Poldi Pezzoli

Art5 min walk

Gallerie d'Italia Milano

Art6 min walk

Museo Teatrale alla Scala

Music6 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Pinacoteca di Brera cost?
Standard adult admission to Pinacoteca di Brera is €20. Reduced €4 for ages 18-25; free under 18 and for eligible categories. Grande Brera ticket also covers Palazzo Citterio within 7 days. Free with reservation on the first Sunday of the month. Booking mandatory.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Pinacoteca di Brera?
Pinacoteca di Brera is open Tue-Sun 08:30-19:15 (last entry 18:00); closed Mondays, 1 January, 1 May and 25 December. Reservation required.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Pinacoteca di Brera?
Pinacoteca di Brera is located at Via Brera 28, 20121 Milano, Italy, in the Brera area of Milan. The nearest stations are Lanza (M2), Montenapoleone (M3), Cairoli (M1).
What can I see at Pinacoteca di Brera?
Milan's great picture gallery: Mantegna, Raphael, Piero della Francesca, Caravaggio and Hayez's Kiss in a baroque palazzo. Current highlights include Beauty and the Ideal, Pinacoteca viaggiante, Mantegna: Lamentation over the Dead Christ.
Do I need to book Pinacoteca di Brera 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 di Brera?
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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