Easter at museums: free entry on Sunday April 5, many sites charge on

Easter at museums: free Sunday visits, paid openings on Monday

The Italian Ministry of Culture has announced special openings for the 2026 Easter weekend: free admission to state museums, archaeological sites and monuments on Sunday, April 5 under the #domenicalmuseo initiative, while many institutions will remain open on Monday, April 6 (Easter Monday) with regular ticket prices.

• When: free entry on Sunday 5 April 2026; special openings with standard fares on Monday 6 April.
• Where to check participating sites: the up-to-date list is published by the Ministry of Culture: https://cultura.gov.it/domenicalmuseo
• Bookings: procedures vary by institution; some venues require reservations even for free days.
• Tickets and app: use the “Musei Italiani” app or the official museum websites to buy or reserve tickets.
• Attendance: in the previous #domenicalmuseo edition (1 March) state venues recorded about 280,724 visits, showing steady public interest.

Visitors are advised to check individual museum schedules and access rules in advance and to reserve when required, especially for the most popular sites.