Palazzo Visconti in Milan: guided tours and MONOCHROME AFFINITY

Palazzo Visconti in Milan: guided tours and installation for Milan Design Week 2026

In the heart of the Durini district, between San Babila and the historic centre, Palazzo Visconti opens to the public with guided visits and an exhibition project that contrasts contemporary furniture with eighteenth-century interiors.

What to see

• Frescoed rooms and rococo decorations that define the palace’s historic interiors.
• The ballroom, renowned for its ornate ceilings and fine decorative work.
• MONOCHROME AFFINITY. Chapter 2, an installation curated by Migliore+Servetto for NEUTRA: contemporary pieces placed to interact with natural materials such as marble and the palace’s historic surfaces.

Program and opening hours

Opening period: from 21 to 27 April 2026.

Hours: 21–26 April 2026: 10:00–20:00; 27 April 2026 (Monday): 10:00–18:00.

Capacity, services and practical information

• Capacity: about 300 seats for plated lunch/dinner events; up to 360 seats in theatre configuration.
• Available services: photo and video shooting, hostesses/stewards, historical guide, technical services for projections and lighting, simultaneous translation, musical entertainment and floral arrangements.
• Registrations: online registration is recommended for priority access and details about guided visits or technical materials.

Address and how to get there

Address: Via Cino del Duca 8, Milan (San Babila area, Durini Design District). The palace is easily reachable by metro (San Babila stop) and main public transport; check timetables before travelling.

Visitor tips

• Arrive a few minutes before your slot to facilitate checks and orderly entry.
• Book themed guided tours or historical deep-dives in advance to secure your place.
• Follow staff instructions to help protect the historic interiors.

Short historical note

The building dates back to the 18th century. Subsequent expansions and restorations have shaped its current layout and enabled its use for exhibitions and events that create a productive dialogue between historic heritage and contemporary design projects.