How to visit Pinacoteca di Brera

Ways to explore: Choose between self-guided visit with an audio guide or a small-group (up to 15 guests) guided tour.
Queues & access: Pre-booked tickets include timed-access letting you bypass onsite queues lasting 30–45 minutes.
Combo options: Pair your gallery visit with Sforza Castle or the Duomo for a fuller art circuit.
When to book: Weekends and holidays sell out quickly, reserve at least 3–5 days ahead for preferred slots.
Good to know: Visits typically take around 1.5 hours. Most tickets include access to ongoing temporary exhibitions unless otherwise specified.
Best upgrade: Opt for the guided tour to explore Brera’s masterpieces and its 1,100-year district, all with an expert by your side.

Compare your ticket options

Ticket type	Entrance used		Security	Includes	Guide	Why pick this	Cancellation policy	Price from	Recommended experience
Entry Ticket	Via Brera 28	Ticket queue	Mandatory (10–20 min)	Timed-entry + Audio guide (6 languages)	Audio guide	Budget-friendly + Self-paced + Rich commentary	Free cancel up to 24h	€20	Timed-Entry Ticket
Guided Tour of Brera Gallery + Neighborhood	Via Brera 28	Ticket queue	Mandatory	Expert guide + Brera gallery tour + Brera neighborhood walk + Groups ≤ 15	Live guide	In-depth visit in just 2 hrs + Intimate experience	Free cancel up to 24h	€59	Guided Tour
Combo: Brera + Duomo di Milano	Separate museum entrances	Ticket queue at Brera gallery	Mandatory	Timed-entry at Brera Gallery + Access to Duomo Cathedral, Museum & Terraces	No	Religious + Artistic heritage in one booking	Free cancel up to 24h	€43	Combo: Brera + Duomo
Combo: Brera + Sforza Castle	Separate museum entrances	Ticket queues at both sites	Mandatory	Timed-entry Brera Gallery + Priority access to Sforza Castle + Audio guides	Audio guides at both sites	Historical + Military + Artistic heritage in one booking	Free cancel up to 24h	€33	Combo: Brera + Sforza Castle

What to expect at Pinacoteca di Brera?

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Step into Milan’s artistic heart

Walk through Palazzo Brera’s stately courtyard, where marble arches and quiet echoes set the mood for discovery.

Journey through centuries of art

Explore chronological galleries showcasing masterpieces by Piero della Francesca, Bellini, and early Renaissance innovators.

Meet the masters up close

See Raphael’s Marriage of the Virgin, Mantegna’s Lamentation, and Caravaggio’s Supper at Emmaus, timeless highlights.

Beyond the canvas

Stroll through the serene Brera Botanical Garden or admire the historic Braidense Library in the same Complex. Upgrade to a guided tour for deeper insights into Brera’s art and history.

Things to know before booking your Pinacoteca di Brera tickets

1. Booking window: Reserve tickets at least a week in advance to avoid sell-outs and pick a date and time of your choice.

2. Entrance & flow

Entry is timed to manage visitor flow. Visitors purchasing on-site tickets often queue up to 30-minutes in peak season.
Pre-booked tickets help you bypass to security check, lasting 10-20 minutes.

3. What's included

Entry to all 38 rooms within the gallery.
The adjacent Botanical Garden is free to enter.
Access to the Braidense Library is limited to registered visitors and select exhibitions.

4. Policies

Name on booking would be checked; bring matching photo ID.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your visit for a full refund.
No refunds for late arrivals or missed time slots.

5. Rules

Once inside, re-entry is not permitted.
You must enter within your scheduled time (usually 15-30 minutes) to avoid losing your slot. No refunds for late arrivals or missed time slots.

6. Add-ons

Audio guide at a nominal fee of €6.50 provides commentary in English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Russian.
Guided tour pairs expert-led visit of the gallery with the neighborhood, a 2-hr experience of Brera in a small group.
Combo with Duomo Milan offers a visit with varied experience, from Renaissance artworks to Gothic architecture, in one cost-effective booking.
Combo with Sforza Castle offers priority access to both sites just 10-minute apart, most convenient and time-saving combo.

Pinacoteca di Brera must-see artworks

The Marriage of the Virgin

Raphael (1504) | Room 24

Raphael perfected Renaissance perspective here, balancing architecture and figures in a harmonious scene that marked his early rise to fame.

Lamentation over the Dead Christ

Andrea Mantegna (c. 1483) | Room 6

This strikingly foreshortened Christ shocks with its realism and raw emotion, pulling the viewer directly into the scene.

The Dead Christ Supported by the Virgin Mary and St John, painting by Pieter Bruegel at Pinacoteca di Brera.

Pietà

Giovanni Bellini (c. 1460) | Room 6

Bellini’s serene, luminous portrayal of grief contrasts with Mantegna’s intensity, showing his mastery of Venetian color and tenderness.

St. Mark Preaching in Alexandria

Gentile & Giovanni Bellini (1504–1507) | Room 8

A monumental canvas combining Venetian color with dramatic scale, it narrates St. Mark’s sermon in a bustling cityscape.

A romantic scene of a woman and man in an intimate embrace, painted by Hayez, located in Milan's Pinacoteca di Brera.

The Kiss

Francesco Hayez (1859) | Room 38

A Romantic icon and symbol of Italian unification, this passionate embrace remains one of the most beloved works in the gallery.

Supper at Emmaus

Caravaggio (1606) | Room 28

Caravaggio’s work dramatically reveals Christ’s identity to his disciples, transforming a humble meal into a moment of divine recognition.

Inside Brera’s world of art ➜

Plan your visit to Pinacoteca di Brera

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Open: Tuesday to Sunday, 8:30am – 7:15pm (last admission at 6pm)
Closed: Mondays, December 25
Free entry available on the first Sunday of each month (reservation required)
Best time to visit
- Time: Around 9am or late afternoon
- Day: Skip Tuesdays, as crowds increase after Monday’s closure. Opt for Wednesday or Thursday instead.
- Month: October-November and January-March for lighter crowds

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In Milan’s historic Brera district, just north of the city center and a short walk from the Duomo and La Scala Theatre.

Address: Via Brera, 28, 20121 Milano MI, Italy Find on maps

Getting there

Metro: Line 3 (Yellow) → Montenapoleone Station (5-min walk)
Tram: Lines 1, 2, 12, 14 → Via Cusani or Via Ponte Vetero stops (3–5 min walk)
Bus: Lines 61, 97 → Piazza San Marco stop
Car/Parking: Limited street parking nearby; paid lots at Autosilo Diaz or Via Pontaccio 8.

Navigate your way to Brera ➜

1. Main entrance

Location: Via Brera, 28
The primary access point for all visitors, located through the courtyard of Palazzo Brera. Entry is permitted only during your selected time slot.
Ticket redemption: Show your mobile ticket or QR code directly at the entrance; no paper exchange required.
Security check: All visitors must pass through a mandatory bag and belongings screening before entry.

2. Accessible entrance

Location: Via Brera Courtyard, Ground Level
Step-free access is available through the main courtyard. Elevators connect all gallery levels for visitors with reduced mobility.

Wheelchair in a museum setting highlighting accessibility features.

Wheelchair accessible with elevators to all levels
Cloakroom for large bags and backpacks (mandatory)
Bookshop and cafe inside the gallery complex
Restrooms are available on each floor

Wall display of paintings at Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan, featuring the Madonna of Cherubim.

Beauty and the Ideal (May 16, 2025 – May 17, 2026): A focused showcase of 12 restored plaster busts by Antonio Canova plus loaned enameled miniatures, tracing Neoclassicism’s impact on the gallery’s founding. | Access: Included in general ticket
Pinacoteca Viaggiante (May 16, 2025 – May 17, 2026): Presents 99 enamel miniatures from collector Giovanni Battista Sommariva’s “traveling gallery,” offering a portable view of art history. | Access: Included in general ticket
Giorgio Armani: Milano, Per Amore (Sep 24, 2025 – Jan 11, 2026): A tribute to Giorgio Armani’s 50-year career in fashion, displayed alongside Brera’s art collection in a dialogue of style and heritage. | Access: Included in general ticket

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Rules

Do not touch artworks or lean on displays.
Speak softly inside galleries.
Photography allowed without flash; no tripods or selfie sticks.
Store large bags and umbrellas in the cloakroom.
Eating, drinking, and smoking are not permitted.
Check the museum map to plan your route efficiently.
Dress comfortably and respectfully.
Re-entry not allowed once you exit.

Visitor tips

Start early, go top-down: Begin on the upper floors where Raphael and Mantegna are located; mornings (10–11am) are quieter before school groups arrive.
Use the floor plan: Pick up a map or scan the QR code at entry, the layout isn’t completely chronological, so this helps you trace the evolution of Italian art.
Spend time with the masters: Don’t rush past Supper at Emmaus (Caravaggio) and Pietà (Bellini); these works are central to understanding realism and emotion in Renaissance art.
Watch for restoration in progress: Some galleries feature live conservation work, pause to observe how centuries-old paintings are cleaned and preserved.
Visit the courtyard and garden: The Brera Botanical Garden and courtyard sculptures are free extensions of your visit, quiet spaces often missed by most visitors.

Prep smart, explore easy ➜

Frequently asked questions about Pinacoteca di Brera tickets

What does my standard entry ticket include?

Your entry ticket grants access to the Pinacoteca’s full permanent collection and any temporary exhibitions on display at the time of your visit. It also includes access to the Palazzo Brera courtyard and facilities.

What’s the difference between a guided and an audio guide tour?

A guided tour is more immersive, led by an expert who explains the artworks, answers questions, and provides deeper context. An audio guide , on the other hand, gives you flexibility to explore at your own pace while still offering commentary on key artworks.

Why take a guided walking tour of the Brera district?

This tour combines the gallery visit with a stroll through Milan’s artistic Brera district, highlighting its cobbled streets, artisan shops, historic cafés, and the neighborhood’s rich cultural heritage.

Are discounts available on Brera tickets?

Yes. Children under 18 enjoy free entry, and EU youth aged 18–25 receive reduced admission.

Is entry free on certain days?

Yes. Like many Italian state museums, Pinacoteca di Brera offers free entry on the first Sunday of each month. These days can be very crowded, so advance planning is advised.

Do I need a separate ticket for temporary exhibitions?

No. Temporary exhibitions at Pinacoteca di Brera are generally included in your regular admission ticket unless otherwise specified.

Can I re-enter the museum on the same day?

Each ticket allows one-time entry, so make the most of your time discovering the gallery’s renowned artworks and hidden gems.

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Plan your visit

See artworks from Caravaggio to Raphael in this 200-year old gallery, all at your chosen time slot.

Everything you get: Beat the crowds with timed entry and see masterpieces from the 13th to 20th centuries, including Caravaggio’s Supper at Emmaus and Raphael’s Marriage of the Virgin. Trace Italian art from medieval to 19th-century masterpieces, and get creative with complimentary sketch pads and pencils.
Why choose this: Save up to 30 minutes in queues with timed entry. Explore at your own pace, linger by each artwork in this unhurried experience.
Upgrades: Enhance your visit with a multilingual audio guide featuring expert commentary on the iconic artworks on display for a better understanding of the layered of the pieces.

Inclusions

Timed entry to Brera Art Gallery
Audio guide available in Italian, English, French, Spanish, German, Russian (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Guided tour

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the museum for security reasons.
Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
Consumption of food and beverages is not allowed inside the exhibition spaces.
Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the galleries.

Accessibility

The museum is wheelchair accessible, with ramps and elevators available throughout the building.
Accessible restrooms are available on site.

Additional information

The gallery is closed on Mondays.
Entry is free for guests aged under 18 and reduced rates are available for EU youth (ages 18-25).
Free entry is available with reservation on the first Sunday of each month.
The recommended visit duration is at least 1–2 hours for a comprehensive experience.
Re-entry is not allowed.
Visitors can also explore the Brera Botanical Garden, which is located next to the gallery and can be entered for free.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

See pretty paintings become living history on an expert-led tour of the gallery and Brera’s 600-year-old neighborhood.

Everything you get: With an expert English-speaking guide, discover masterpieces by Mantegna, Raphael, and Hayez on this 2-hour, small-group tour. Continue with a guided walking tour of the Brera district, exploring its elegant streets, cafes, and boutiques.
Why choose this: You get to learn the symbolism and history behind the 38 gallery rooms and the cultural legacy of the surrounding neighborhood from a licensed expert, all in a crowd-free, time-efficient tour, perfect for visitors short on time but big on discovery.

Inclusions

2-hour guided tour of Brera Art Gallery
English-speaking guide
Guided walking tour of Brera district
Audio headsets for groups over 8
Small group experience (up to 15 people)

Exclusions

Audio guide

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID for each guest, as it may be required at the entrance to the Pinacoteca di Brera.
Ensure you have the full name and date of birth for all participants, as this information may be requested.
As the guided tour is conducted on foot, comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

What’s not allowed

Food and beverages are not permitted inside the museum.
Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.
Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the museum for security reasons.

Accessibility

The experience is accessible to guests with disabilities.
The museum offers tactile and olfactory captions for a multisensory experience.

Additional information

The tour is suitable for all ages, including infants and children.
Small group sizes ensure a more personalized experience.
The tour duration is approximately 2 hours.
Gratuities, hotel pick-up and drop-off, and extra personal expenses are not included.

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

From Milan's centuries old artworks to Italy's largest church, explore both with one easy booking.

Everything you get at Pinacoteca di Brera: Enter at your chosen time to admire masterpieces by Bellini, Piero della Francesca, and Titian to give you insights into centuries of Italian art and view live restorations in the designated lab, offering a unique 'museum within a museum' experience.
Everything you get at Duomo Milan: Get timed-entry to Milan’s Gothic icon with access to the Cathedral, the Duomo Museum, and San Gottardo Church, including to the terraces for sweeping views of the city skyline and a closer look at the cathedral’s intricate spires.
Why choose this combo: This is an all-in-one Milan experience, from Renaissance artwork to gothic interiors and city vistas; all with the freedom to choose your time slot.
Options: Access the Duomo terraces by climbing 250 steps or opting for the lift, where stunning views of Milan’s skyline unfold, crowned by the cathedral’s intricate spires and statues.

Inclusions Pinacoteca di Brera

Timed entry to Brera Art Gallery

Duomo Milan

Access to Milan Cathedral (Duomo)
Access to the Duomo Museum
Access to the Duomo's terraces via stairs or lift (as per option selected)

Exclusions Pinacoteca di Brera

Audio guide
Guided tour

Duomo Milan

Audio guide
Guided tour