Gallerie d'Italia Milan: practical guide to collections and exhibitions

Overview

Gallerie d’Italia in Milan spans three historic palaces overlooking Piazza della Scala. The displays combine a 19th-century collection, the Fondazione Cariplo holdings and the Cantiere del ’900, alongside rotating temporary exhibitions.

Highlights

The route is arranged to offer a chronological and thematic reading: from 19th-century paintings and sculpture to 20th-century experimental practices.

• 19th-century collection: major works that illustrate key stylistic developments, including neoclassical reliefs and Romantic canvases.
• Cantiere del ’900: displays focusing on avant-garde movements, where painting, sculpture and installations explore modernity and technical experimentation.
• Giardino di Alessandro: a green courtyard providing a quiet break between exhibition rooms.

Featured temporary exhibition

In addition to the permanent collection, the museum programs temporary exhibitions on photography, history and contemporary art. The exhibition "La strada per Cortina" runs from 06/02/2026 to 03/05/2026, tracing a historical-sporting theme through archival materials and period images.

Practical information

• Address: Via Manzoni, 10 – Milan
• Opening hours: Monday closed; Tuesday–Sunday 09:30 – 19:00
• Tickets: full €10.00; reduced €8.00
• Memberships and concessions: the venue accepts regional passes such as the Tessera Lombardia – Valle d’Aosta and Tessera Extra; check terms before visiting
• Services: family programs, accessibility options and a calendar of events linked to exhibitions

Visitor tips

Check the museum’s official calendar for updates and special openings before planning your trip. Allow enough time to follow the full route and enjoy the contemplative areas such as the Giardino di Alessandro.