Pinacoteca Ambrosiana & San Sepolcro Crypt Tickets Milan

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Duration2 hours
Open onTuesday to Sunday
Meeting pointPinacoteca Ambrosiana, Piazza Pio XI 2 (the crypt is on Piazza San Sepolcro)

Pinacoteca Ambrosiana & San Sepolcro Crypt Tickets Milan

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Overview

This combined ticket opens two of Milan's quieter treasures in one visit: the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, one of Italy's great picture galleries, and the medieval Crypt of San Sepolcro beneath a nearby square. In the gallery you see Caravaggio's Basket of Fruit, Raphael's cartoon for the School of Athens, Brueghel's Vase of Flowers and Leonardo da Vinci's Portrait of a Musician, together with the library reading room. The crypt then takes you back to ancient Mediolanum. It is a self-guided visit with an app, entry only, with no hotel pickup.

Highlights

Combined admission to the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana and the Crypt of San Sepolcro
Caravaggio's Basket of Fruit, the first Italian still life on canvas
Raphael's huge cartoon for The School of Athens
Leonardo da Vinci's Portrait of a Musician and the library's Codex Atlanticus exhibition
A medieval crypt whose floor is made from paving stones of Roman Mediolanum
Skip-the-ticket-line entry and an app you can keep listening to after the visit

Full Description

The Pinacoteca Ambrosiana

The Pinacoteca Ambrosiana was founded in 1618 by Cardinal Federico Borromeo, who wanted to give scholars and artists access to a great library and art collection. It sits on Piazza Pio XI, a short walk from the Duomo, and remains one of the most distinguished galleries in Milan. If you are searching for Pinacoteca Ambrosiana tickets, this combined ticket also covers the crypt.

The gallery is compact and calm, so it works well for people who prefer quality to crowds. Allow around ninety minutes, and remember that bags, backpacks, luggage and strollers are not allowed inside and must be left before you enter.

Caravaggio, Raphael, Leonardo and Brueghel

The star pieces include Caravaggio's Basket of Fruit, painted around 1599, which many art historians consider the first Italian still life on canvas. Raphael's enormous cartoon for The School of Athens, the preparatory drawing for his Vatican fresco, shows the scale and the planning behind a great composition.

You also see Jan Brueghel's Vase of Flowers and Leonardo's Portrait of a Musician, one of the few surviving portraits by the master. The library reading room, with its original drawings from the Codex Atlanticus exhibition, adds a Leonardo connection. The app included in the ticket explains each work and can be used after the visit.

The Crypt of San Sepolcro

The second part of the ticket is the Crypt of San Sepolcro on Piazza San Sepolcro, a medieval underground church. Its floor is made from ancient paving stones taken from Roman Mediolanum, so you literally walk on the old city.

The site lies close to where the Roman forum stood, and the crypt is an easy walk from the gallery through the old centre. It takes about thirty to forty minutes to see. The crypt is a small, atmospheric space, and it is a rewarding stop for anyone interested in the layers of Milan's history.

Planning your visit: order, timing and access

Start at the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana on Piazza Pio XI 2 and then walk to the Crypt of San Sepolcro on Piazza San Sepolcro. The complete visit to the gallery takes about one and a half hours, and the crypt takes thirty to forty minutes. The last crypt admission is at 17:30 and it closes at 18:00, so finish the gallery in time.

The crypt has architectural barriers, so it is not fully accessible for people who use a wheelchair or have physical impairments. Most gallery rooms are accessible, and in that case we suggest booking for the gallery alone. Opening hours change by season, so check the slots in the booking panel.

Itinerary

Pinacoteca AmbrosianaArrive at Piazza Pio XI 2, leave your bags at the entrance and show your ticket.
Paintings and librarySee Caravaggio, Raphael, Brueghel and Leonardo, and the library reading room, about 90 minutes.
Walk to Piazza San SepolcroWalk a few minutes across the historic centre to the crypt.
Crypt of San SepolcroExplore the medieval crypt and its Roman paving stones, about 30 to 40 minutes.
Use the appKeep the audio app to revisit the works after your visit.

What's included

Admission ticket to the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana
Admission ticket to the Crypt of San Sepolcro

Not included

Guided tour or audio guide (not part of this ticket)

Is this right for you?

Great for

Families with children — a child price for ages 6–14
A short visit — about 2 hours
Travellers who want a proven choice — rated 4.6/5 by past travellers

Not suitable for

People with mobility impairments and wheelchair users, because of the barriers in the crypt
Visitors with large bags, backpacks, luggage or strollers, which are not allowed inside
Travellers who expect a live guide, as this is a self-guided visit with an app

Meeting point

There is no hotel pickup. Start at the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, Piazza Pio XI 2, in central Milan, a short walk from the Duomo, and show your ticket at the entrance. After the gallery, walk to the Crypt of San Sepolcro on Piazza San Sepolcro with the same ticket.

Important information

Bags, large backpacks, luggage and baby strollers are not allowed inside
The visit begins at the Pinacoteca and continues to the crypt
The gallery takes about one and a half hours and the crypt about 30 to 40 minutes
Last admission to the crypt is at 17:30, and it closes at 18:00
The crypt is not fully accessible; most gallery rooms are wheelchair-accessible
Download the app on your device; you can listen again after the visit
Opening hours change by season; check the slots in the booking panel

Good to know

Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.

How much does the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana and San Sepolcro Crypt ticket cost?

The price depends on the option you choose and on the age category. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, for adults and for children, so you can compare before you book.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. This is an entry ticket only. The gallery is a short walk from the Duomo, and the crypt is a few minutes further on foot.

How long does the visit take?

The gallery takes about one and a half hours and the crypt about 30 to 40 minutes, so allow about two and a half hours in total including the walk between them.

Is the visit suitable for children?

Yes for older children who like art or history. The visit is quiet, and strollers are not allowed inside.

What should I wear or bring?

Comfortable shoes and a phone with the app. Leave large bags, backpacks and luggage at your hotel, as they are not allowed.

Can I book for today or tomorrow?

Yes, as long as there is still availability. Pick your date in the booking panel and it will show which dates and time slots are open. Book early for busy weekends, and keep in mind the crypt's closing time.

What are the highlights of the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana?

Caravaggio's Basket of Fruit, Raphael's cartoon for The School of Athens, Brueghel's Vase of Flowers and Leonardo's Portrait of a Musician.

What is the Crypt of San Sepolcro?

It is a medieval underground church whose floor is made from paving stones of the ancient city of Mediolanum. It is included in your combined ticket.

Is the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana worth visiting?

Yes, particularly for art lovers who want masterpieces without long queues. The combined ticket adds an unusual historic space.

Is the visit wheelchair-accessible?

Most gallery rooms are accessible, but the crypt has architectural barriers, so we advise wheelchair users to book the gallery only.