Pinacoteca Ambrosiana Tickets 2026
Access to Ambrosiana Collections, da Vinci Codex & Underground Crypt | Reserve now & pay later
About Pinacoteca Ambrosiana Tickets
Book this combo ticket to discover some of the greatest Renaissance works of art and step back in time beneath Milan’s streets! Located in a historic library, the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana art gallery boasts masterpieces by Raphael, Botticelli, Caravaggio, and more. You’ll also see the Codex Atlanticus - the world’s largest collection of original Leonardo da Vinci drawings.
As you walk around, you’ll see:
- Brueghel’s “The Vase of Flowers”
- Botticelli’s “Madonna of the Pavilion”
- Titian’s “Adoration of the Magi” and other famous works.
With these Pinacoteca Ambrosiana tickets, you’ll also have access to the Codex Atlanticus. This is the largest collection of Leonardo da Vinci’s original drawings. It offers a fascinating look into the great inventor’s mind.
Descend into Milan's ancient heart to explore a subterranean sanctuary built over the ancient Roman Forum.
If your visit date changes, don’t worry! Simply cancel up to 24 hours in advance, and we’ll issue a refund so you can rebook. Also, reserve tickets now without paying, and only pay once you’ve finalized your itinerary!
This art gallery is the perfect size. Not huge and imposing like Louvre, but not tiny either. We spent more time than we expected, around 3 hours! The paintings are gorgeous (I especially loved the Raphael and Botticelli), and the da Vinci drawings were a true treat. I’m very grateful to whoever had the foresight to collect them! Combining the main gallery with the San Sepolcro Crypt downstairs made it a complete experience.
The Atlanticus Codex alone makes these tickets worth the money. The collection is huge! And, of course, fascinating to look at. There’s just so much to learn that way, and we actually stayed until closing.
DESCRIPTION
Pinacoteca Ambrosiana Tickets
- Admission to the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana
- Admission to Biblioteca Ambrosiana
- Admission to the Federiciana Room, where the Codex Atlanticus is housed
- Admission to the Crypt of San Sepolcro
- Digital map
SEE STUNNING COLLECTIONS OF RENAISSANCE PAINTINGS
The Pinacoteca Ambrosiana has 24 rooms, each housing beautiful Italian Renaissance paintings. You’ll see iconic pieces like:
- Leonardo da Vinci’s “Portrait of a Musician”
- Botticelli’s “Madonna of the Pavilion”
- Titian’s “Adoration of the Magi”, and more!
“Adoration of the Magi” is particularly striking - Titian intentionally left parts of the composition unfinished to help create a dark and troubled sky. As for “Portrait of a Musician”, this da Vinci piece is the only painting on panel by him to have remained in Milan. In addition to Italian artwork, you’ll also find “The Vase of Flowers” by Dutch painter Jan Brueghel.
STUDY LEONARDO DA VINCI’S DRAWINGS
With these Pinacoteca Ambrosiana tickets, you can also access the Biblioteca Ambrosiana - the library where the art gallery is housed. Inside the library, you’ll find the world’s largest collection of Leonardo da Vinci’s original drawings: the Codex Atlanticus. With 1,119 paper leaves (2,238 pages) spread across 12 volumes, the Codex covers a wide range of topics, including sketches of paintings, hydraulics, astronomy, and more. You’ll also find drafts of inventions like parachutes and military machinery, as well as philosophical musings and notes. By examining the codex, you’ll truly get a close-up look at da Vinci’s brilliant mind.
UNCOVER THE CRYPT OF SAN SEPOLCRO
Located right next door, the Crypt of San Sepolcro offers a fascinating journey into Milan’s ancient roots. Dating back to the 11th century and built on top of the ancient Roman Forum paving stones, this underground crypt was designated by Saint Charles Borromeo as the "umbilicus" (navel) of Milan.
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Pinacoteca Ambrosiana interesting facts
- The Pinacoteca Ambrosiana is located in the Biblioteca Ambrosiana. It is an art gallery housed in a library, both founded by Cardinal Federico Borromeo.
- In addition to artwork, the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana also preserves a lock of hair belonging to Lucrezia Borgia.
- Altogether, the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana houses more than 1,500 works of art on wood, canvas, and copper.
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- All visitors are required to carry a photo ID with them - either a passport or a national identity card.
- Arrive at your selected time slot to ensure seamless skip-the-line entry.
- Visitors can also download a POPguide app, providing rich multimedia content, an intuitive interface, and personalized tour options.
- Your Pinacoteca Ambrosiana ticket also includes access to the Biblioteca Ambrosiana.
- Plan to spend approximately 1.5 to 2.5 hours total for both sites.
- Pinacoteca Ambrosiana Tickets are selling out fast, so make sure you get yours on time!
Meeting Point
The exact address of the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana is Piazza Pio XI 2, Milan. To get there, the best options are the yellow metro line (Duomo station) or the red metro line (Cordusio or Duomo stations).
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