Milan: Museum
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Gallerie d'Italia
Nestled in the heart of Milan, the Gallerie d'Italia is a cultural gem that beckons art lovers and history enthusiasts from around the globe. This prestigious museum, situated in the bustling Piazza della Scala, offers an exceptional journey through Italian art...
Biblioteca del Museo civico di storia naturale
Exhibitions of human and animal biology Nestled within the bustling city of Milan, Italy, the Biblioteca del Museo Civico di Storia Naturale stands as a beacon of knowledge for those with a keen interest in the natural world. This esteemed library is an integral part of Milan's renowned Natural History...
Pinacoteca di Brera
Art museum specialising in Italian art Nestled in the heart of Milan, the Pinacoteca di Brera is a premier art museum that houses one of the most outstanding collections of Italian Renaissance art in the world. This prestigious institution is situated within the Palazzo Brera, an elegant building that also...
Sforza's Castle
Medieval fortress housing art treasures Nestled in the heart of Milan, Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco) is not only a monumental fortification but also a cultural cornerstone housing several of the city's museum and art collections. This grandiose castle, a symbol of Milan's rich history, was originally...
Museum of Musical Instruments
Nestled in the heart of Milan, the Museum of Musical Instruments represents a melodious haven for music enthusiasts and historians alike. This cultural gem is housed within the larger complex of the Castello Sforzesco, one of Milan's most significant landmarks...
Leonardo3 Museum
Nestled in the heart of Milan, Italy, the Leonardo3 Museum (L3) offers a unique journey into the world of Leonardo da Vinci, showcasing an extraordinary collection of reconstructions and interactive exhibits. This innovative museum, often referred to as "The World of...
Museo del Novecento
The Museo del Novecento, located in the heart of Milan, Italy, stands as a beacon of 20th-century art, offering visitors an in-depth look at a myriad of modern artistic movements. Nestled within the Palazzo dell'Arengario near the iconic Piazza del Duomo, the museum...
Alfa Romeo Museum
Showcase for the Italian automaker The Alfa Romeo Museum, located in the vicinity of Milan, Italy, stands as a testament to the legacy and innovation of the iconic automobile brand. Known as "Museo Storico Alfa Romeo," it is a must-visit destination for car enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
Cimitero Monumentale
1866 burial ground with sculptures The Cimitero Monumentale in Milan, Italy, is not only a resting place for the deceased but also an open-air museum that captivates visitors with its stunning array of sculptures, monuments, and architectural designs. Established in 1866, this vast cemetery spans over...
Antique Furniture & Wooden Sculpture Museum
Nestled in the heart of Milan, Italy, the Antique Furniture & Wooden Sculpture Museum is a treasured repository of artistic and historical craftsmanship. This unique museum, though less known than some of Milan's other cultural institutions, offers an intimate glimpse...
Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci
Nestled in the heart of Milan, the Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci stands as a tribute to human ingenuity and a celebration of scientific progress. This expansive museum, the largest of its kind in Italy, is dedicated to the Renaissance genius...
Palazzina Appiani
Nestled within the vibrant city of Milan, Italy, Palazzina Appiani is an architectural gem with a rich historical tapestry. This neoclassical residence, located in the heart of Milan's Parco Sempione, is a testament to the city's cultural heritage and artistic grandeur.
Sforza Castle Pinacoteca
Nestled within the historic walls of the Sforza Castle in Milan, Italy, lies the Sforza Castle Pinacoteca, a treasure trove of Renaissance art. This museum, dedicated to preserving and showcasing a rich collection of Italian paintings, is a cultural highlight for art...
Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio
1100s church with a columned courtyard The Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio is a cornerstone of religious history and a beacon of Lombard Romanesque architecture in the heart of Milan, Italy. This venerable church, dedicated to Milan's patron saint, Saint Ambrose, has been a significant spiritual and cultural site...
Museo d'Arte Antica
Nestled in the heart of Milan, the Museo d'Arte Antica is a treasure trove of historical artistry housed within the ancient walls of the Castello Sforzesco. This museum is dedicated to showcasing a vast collection of medieval and Renaissance art and artifacts...
Galleria d'Arte Moderna
The Galleria d'Arte Moderna, nestled in the heart of Milan, Italy, stands as a beacon of modern art, offering an extensive collection that spans the 18th to the 20th century. Housed in the neoclassical Villa Reale, the museum showcases an impressive array of paintings...
Memoriale della Shoah
Nestled in the heart of Milan, the Memoriale della Shoah stands as a poignant tribute to the victims of the Holocaust. This non-profit organization is dedicated to preserving the memory of the tragic events that took place during World War II, particularly the...
Palazzo della Ragione
Medieval palace with arcades and frescoes The Palazzo della Ragione is a historic building of Milan, Italy, located in Piazza Mercanti, facing the Loggia degli Osii. It was built in the 13th century and originally served as a broletto as well as a judicial seat.
Archaeological Museum
Archaeological museum in former convent The Archaeological Museum of Milan is located in the ex-convent of the Monastero Maggiore, alongside the ancient church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, with entrance on Corso Magenta.
Museo Poldi Pezzoli
Collection of European master paintings The Museo Poldi Pezzoli is an art museum in Milan, Italy. It is located near the Teatro alla Scala, on Via Manzoni 12. The museum was originated in the 19th century as a private collection of Gian Giacomo Poldi Pezzoli and his mother, Rosa Trivulzio, of the family of the condottiero Gian Giacomo Trivulzio.
Biblioteca Ambrosiana
Renowned gallery housing art treasures The Biblioteca Ambrosiana is a historic library in Milan, Italy, also housing the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, the Ambrosian art gallery.
Triennale di Milano
Museum dedicated to Italian design The Triennale di Milano is a design and art museum in the Parco Sempione in Milan, in Lombardy in northern Italy. It is housed in the Palazzo dell'Arte, which was designed by Giovanni Muzio and built between 1931 and 1933; construction was financed by Antonio Bernocchi and his brothers Andrea and Michele.
Contemporary Arts Pavilion
Museum showcasing contemporary art The Padiglione d'Arte Contemporanea or PAC is a museum of contemporary art in Milan, Italy. It is on via Palestro, next to the Galleria d'Arte Moderna, and across from the Giardini Pubblici Indro Montanelli.
Casa Manzoni
Writer's birthplace with tours and library Casa Manzoni is a historical palace sited in via Morone 1 near the quadrilateral of fashion in the center of Milan, Italy. Owned by the Manzoni family, the house was the birthplace of the famous Italian writer Alessandro Manzoni in 1785.
Applied Arts Collection
The Applied Arts Collection of Milan is located in the Sforza Castle museum complex under the management of the municipality of Milan, Italy. The museum is divided into several sections with particular emphasis on jewelry, ivories, pottery and art glass.
Museo del Risorgimento
The Museum of the Risorgimento, located in the 18th-century Milanese Palazzo Moriggia, houses a collection of objects and artworks which illustrate the history of Italian unification from Napoleon's first Italian campaign of 1796 to the annexation of Rome in 1870.
Egyptian Museum
The Museo Egizio is a museum sited in the Sforza Castle of Milan, Italy. The Castle is one of the most famous monuments in Milan and is home to several museums including the Egyptian Section of the Milan Archaeological Museum, the Museum of Ancient Art, the Pinacoteca and the Museum of Musical Instruments.
Brera Academy
The Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera, also known as the Accademia di Brera or Brera Academy, is a state-run tertiary public academy of fine arts in Milan, Italy.
Armani/Silos
Armani/Silos is a fashion art museum in Milan dedicated to the Armani style. The opening exhibition was divided into themes: Ground floor: "Heimat: A Sense of Belonging", the dedicated to Peter Lindbergh First floor: Androgynous Second floor: Ethnicities Third floor: Stars /...
Bagatti Valsecchi Museum
16th-century museum of decorative arts The Bagatti Valsecchi Museum is a historic house museum in the Montenapoleone district of downtown Milan, northern Italy. The Bagatti Valsecchi Museum’s permanent collections principally contain Italian Renaissance decorative arts, some sculptures, and many paintings.
Planetario di Milano
The Milan Planetarium is the largest and most important planetarium in Italy. It is located in the Gardens of Porta Venezia, in the Porta Venezia district of Milan. It was established in 1930, and has been in operation since then.
Museo Teatrale alla Scala
The Museo Teatrale alla Scala is a theatrical museum and library attached to the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, Italy.
Diocesan Museum of Milan
The Diocesan Museum of Milan is an art museum in Milan housing a permanent collection of sacred artworks, especially from Milan and Lombardy.
HangarBicocca
Pirelli Hangar Bicocca is a site for contemporary art exhibitions, located in the Bicocca district of Milan, Italy. The building used to be a Pirelli factory. It was converted into 10,900 square metres of exhibition galleries in 2012.
Brera Astronomical Observatory
The Brera Observatory is an astronomical observatory in the Brera district of Milan, Italy. It was built in the historic Palazzo Brera in 1764 by the Jesuit astronomer Roger Boscovich.
Palazzo Morando
Palazzo Morando is a historic palace in the city of Milan, located at Via Sant'Andrea, 6, now home to the Museum of Milan and the Costume Moda Immagine collection.
Musei del Castello
The Sforza Castle Museums are housed inside the Sforza Castle in Milan. They display the civic collection of the City of Milan, established since the nineteenth century, including paintings, sculptures, furniture, ceramics, tapestries, ivories ando...
Villa Necchi Campiglio
Villa Necchi Campiglio is a historic mansion that is part of the "Milan House Museums" circuit.
The Last Supper
The Last Supper is a mural painting by the Italian High Renaissance Leonardo da Vinci, dated to c. 1495–1498. The painting represents the scene of the Last Supper of Jesus with the Twelve Apostles, as it is told in the Gospel of John – specifically the moment after Jesus announces that one of his apostles will betray him.
Fondazione Prada
Fondazione Prada, co-chaired by Miuccia Prada and Patrizio Bertelli since 1995, is an institution dedicated to contemporary art and culture. From 1993 to 2010, the Fondazione has organised 24 solo shows at its exhibition spaces in Milan, conceived as dialogues with acclaimed contemporary artists.
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